Guerschon Yabusele signs three-year deal with Panathinaikos in Greece

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Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Guerschon Yabusele signs three-year deal with Panathinaikos in Greece
Summary

Guerschon Yabusele has officially signed a three-year contract with Greek club Panathinaikos. The forward's departure from the Chicago Bulls comes after averaging 10 points per game over 26 appearances. Yabusele had previously played for the Philadelphia 76ers and New York Knicks but struggled to maintain his performance in the NBA. This move marks his return to European basketball, where he had previously found success. Yabusele is expected to be among the highest-paid players in the European league.

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  • Yabusele averaged 8.3 points over the last two NBA seasons.
  • He was traded to the Bulls during the 2025-26 season.
  • Yabusele was previously the No. 16 overall pick in 2016.
  • He starred in Europe before returning to the NBA.
  • The signing reflects his decision to revive his career in Europe.
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  • 12:43 AMYahoo SportsBulls lose 10 PPG scorer to 3-year contract with Greek powerhouse
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