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ALBA Berlin Signs Sam Griesel to Two-Year Contract

Sports director Himar Ojeda says Griesel’s proven two-way capabilities will be essential to ALBA Berlin’s upcoming campaigns.

Bald im Berliner Trikot: Sam Griesel
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Ulm-Spieler Sam Gniesel mit dem Basketball in der Hand beim Wurf
Sam Griesel wechselt zu Alba Berlin. Der Ami spielte stark für Bonn in der letzten Saison.

Overview

  • ALBA Berlin confirmed the signing from Telekom Baskets Bonn on July 21 as part of its off-season roster moves.
  • He averaged 9.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.6 assists per game in the 2024–25 season.
  • Ojeda highlighted Griesel’s versatility, adaptability and character as reasons he fits seamlessly into the squad.
  • The 25-year-old logged four NBA Summer League appearances in 2023 before signing his first professional deal with Bonn.
  • Griesel wore the German jersey at the 2019 EuroEuropean Championship, marking early international experience.