EuroLeague & Friends

In the final episode of the season, Evan Fournier joins MVP Talk after becoming EuroLeague Final Four MVP and helping Olympiacos complete a story years in the making.
From the 2022 tweet that connected him to Olympiacos, to the emotional move from the NBA back to Europe, Fournier reflects on the journey that led him to Athens, the pressure of the Final Four, the bond with the fans, and the celebrations in Piraeus after ending a 13-year wait.
He also opens up about the semifinal mindset, the Championship Game against Real Madrid, the free throws that helped close the final, life in Greece, and why winning with Olympiacos felt bigger than basketball.

Theo Maledon’s First Final Four Hits Different | EuroLeague & Friends Theo Maledon joins EuroLeague & Friends ahead of his first Final Four appearance with Real Madrid. The French guard talks about Madrid’s road to Athens, adapting to a new role, the playoff push, working under Sergio Scariolo, and what it would mean to win the EuroLeague title at this stage of his career. He also answers quick-fire questions on Kylian Mbappé, Edy Tavares, the toughest players to guard, and his all-time Real Madrid starting five.

Who’s BUILT for PLAYOFFS? | Favorites on Paper, Pressure on Court
The EuroLeague playoff picture comes into sharp focus in Episode 7 of EuroLeague & Friends, as the discussion moves from regular season narratives to Final Four expectations. Are there truly four teams a step ahead of the rest?
The panel examines the cases for Olympiacos B.C., Real Madrid Baloncesto, Fenerbahçe Beko, and Panathinaikos B.C. - and whether the gap is real or about to be tested in the playoffs. One of the season’s defining stories is the emergence of Valencia Basket, led by Coach of the Year Pedro Martínez, whose fast-paced system and consistency pushed them into the top tier conversation.
The episode also dives into:
• Why consistency keeps Olympiacos among the elite
• How Real Madrid’s experience still makes them dangerous
• What makes Fenerbahçe and Panathinaikos legitimate title contenders
As the playoffs begin, one theme is clear: no series will be simple, and every contender will have to earn its path.

Came for a Podcast… left with MVP 🏆
Sasha Vezenkov What began as a routine Fantasy Challenge podcast at the Peace and Friendship Stadium turned into one of the defining moments of the season. Sasha Vezenkov arrived expecting a conversation.
Instead, in the middle of the recording, the 2025–26 EuroLeague MVP was revealed to him - on camera, in real time. The reaction was immediate and authentic. No script, no staging - just a moment that captured both the magnitude of the achievement and the humility behind it.
Vezenkov, who led Olympiacos to the top of the regular season with remarkable consistency, used the moment to shift the spotlight back to his team, staff and family, reinforcing the foundation behind his individual success.
Now a two-time MVP, joining rare company in EuroLeague history, Vezenkov remains focused on what comes next: the playoffs and the pursuit of a title. A candid conversation. An unexpected reveal. A season rewarded in the moment it mattered most.

Back on the floor, straight to MVP | Carlik JONES and PARTIZAN'S PERFECT MARCH | EuroLeague & Friends MVP Talk
After missing 23 EuroLeague games through injury, Carlik Jones returned in late February and went straight into MVP mode, leading Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade to a perfect 5-0 March. 
In this episode of EL & Friends MVP Talk, Jones reflects on the physical and mental grind behind his comeback, the support of his teammates and coaching staff, and the perspective he gained during four months away from the game. 
From the unforgettable Belgrade atmosphere and MVP chants to his clutch three-pointer that forced overtime against Valencia, he breaks down the moments that defined his return - and how Partizan found rhythm and confidence at the right time.