Mike James Back on the Market After Barcelona Deal Collapses
Mike James is no longer expected to join Barcelona after negotiations between the two sides broke down, according to BasketNews. The surprise development has reopened the market for the 35-year-old guard, who had been widely viewed as Barcelona’s next target in recent weeks.
James is now weighing offers from teams that are serious title contenders, with his clear priority being a club that can compete for the EuroLeague championship immediately. That requirement sharply limits his options and makes him one of the most intriguing free agents available.
James is expected to leave Monaco when his contract expires at the end of the season. He has already said goodbye to the club, closing a major chapter in which he became the EuroLeague’s all-time leading scorer, won the MVP award, and helped elevate Monaco into one of Europe’s elite teams.
This season, James averaged 16.4 points, 6.5 assists and a 19.1 PIR across 39 EuroLeague games. He also ranked second in the league in total points created through his scoring and assists, producing 31.4 points per game and accounting for 35.4% of Monaco’s total offense.
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