Guerschon Yabusele leaves NBA to join Panathinaikos in Greece
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Guerschon Yabusele has signed with Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens, ending his second stint in the NBA. After a challenging period with the New York Knicks, where he averaged nine minutes over 41 games without a start, Yabusele made the decision to leave following discussions with his family and mentors. He reflected on the experiences of former French teammates who had faced similar situations, emphasizing his desire for active participation in his career. This move underscores a shift for the player, who is looking to revive his game abroad.
- •Yabusele joins Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens in Greece.
- •He averaged nine minutes per game with the Knicks this past season.
- •The player discussed his decision with family and mentors.
- •Yabusele did not start any games during his time in New York.
- •He aims for more active participation and playing time abroad.
- 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — Guerschon Yabusele explains decision to leave NBA for Greece
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