Panathinaikos signs former NBA player for 2 years
The Greek team manages to 'catch' the pivot Richaun Holmes after considering different candidates.
This summer, Panathinaikos has focused on finding a center to strengthen its lineup for the upcoming season. The Greek team has been closely following the NBA market, and after expressing interest in several players, they have finally signed Richaun Holmes.
The former Washington Wizards player has joined Panathinaikos on a 2-season contract. This move marks Holmes' departure from the NBA after 10 years since his debut in 2015 with the Philadelphia 76ers.
"I came here to win. I am where I want to be, ready to play and fight for victories. This is incredible; it's the first time in my life experiencing something like this. I can't wait to hit the court," Richaun Holmes stated in his initial remarks as a Panathinaikos player.
"They showed me they really wanted me here, and that meant a lot to me. This is a massive club, and I want to be part of its legacy. I haven't had the chance to talk to Jerian (Grant) yet, but I've spoken with Nunn and I also look forward to meeting Coach Ataman. I've seen videos of the fans online, and I can't wait to be in the OAKA to experience that atmosphere... I'm ready to fight," he added.
Before finalizing the arrival of Richaun Holmes, some of the candidates considered by Panathinaikos were Thomas Bryant and Jonas Valanciunas.
This is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Panathinaikos ficha por 2 años a un ex jugador de la NBA
