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Paris Basketball Names Francesco Tabellini as Head Coach Following Splitter’s NBA Move

Paris Basketball plans to preserve its high-tempo, defense-first identity under Tabellini as it rebuilds its roster.

L'équipe du Paris Basketball célèbrent leur premier trophée de champion de France, le 24 juin 2025 à Paris

Overview

  • Tiago Splitter has officially departed to join the Portland Trail Blazers as an assistant coach after leading Paris to its first national title and Coupe de France victory.
  • Francesco Tabellini has been signed on a two-year contract after Paris paid a transfer fee to release him from Nymburk.
  • Tabellini, twice named Czech coach of the year, guided Nymburk to the 2024 Czech championship with a reputation for rigorous defense and fast-paced offense.
  • Star players T. J. Shorts, Tyson Ward and Kevarrious Hayes are confirmed to leave this summer for Panathinaikos, Olympiakos and AS Monaco respectively.
  • President David Kahn says Tabellini’s style aligns with the club’s philosophy of tenacious defense and rapid offense to build on its breakthrough season.