Fenerbahce reportedly withdrawing from the race for Vasilije Micic

Vasilije Micic, the Serbian point guard recently acquired by the Milwaukee Bucks in a multi-team trade involving Kevin Durant, has agreed to a contract buyout. Micic returned $6.1 million to the Bucks from his $8.1 million contract for the 2025-26 season, indicating his intention not to remain in the NBA.

Consequently, Fenerbahce has withdrawn its contract offer made to Micic one month prior. This follows a report at the beginning of June suggesting the Turkish club and Micic were close to a deal. After waiting over a month, Fenerbahce has exited the pursuit of the player, meaning the former EuroLeague MVP and back-to-back champion with Anadolu Efes will not be returning to Turkey.

Micic, who won EuroLeague MVP with Anadolu Efes, entered the NBA in 2023, playing for the Oklahoma City Thunder, Charlotte Hornets, and Phoenix Suns before being traded to Milwaukee.