Denver Nuggets Pursue EuroLeague Defensive Star Alpha Diallo Amid Contract Clause

The Denver Nuggets are reportedly interested in acquiring Alpha Diallo, a standout player from Monaco and last season's EuroLeague Defensive Player of the Year. Diallo, 29, has already agreed to a long-term contract with an ambitious Dubai-based team for the upcoming season. However, his contract includes an NBA opt-out clause valid until July 15, allowing him to join the NBA if an opportunity arises.

Diallo was born in New York City but went undrafted in the 2020 NBA Draft, leading him to begin his professional career in Europe. He played one season with Lavrio in Greece before spending the last five years with Monaco. During his tenure, Monaco won three French championships and reached the EuroLeague final in the 2024/25 season, marking the first time in 32 years a French team made the final.

Diallo was a key contributor to Monaco's success, leading the EuroLeague in steals (1.4 per game) and averaging 11.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game last season. Several NBA teams have expressed interest in signing him this summer, making his potential move to Denver plausible if he exercises his opt-out clause by the mid-July deadline.