David DeJulius joins Besiktas on loan from UCAM Murcia

Player David DeJulius officially became a new signing for Besiktas after completing the loan move from UCAM Murcia CB in the summer of 2026. This was considered one of the most notable transfers in European basketball at the time, as DeJulius had just completed an outstanding season under coach Sito Alonso. Before the deal was finalized, a contract dispute occurred between the player and his original club. On September 12, 2026, UCAM Murcia CB issued an official statement confirming that DeJulius remained under contract with the club and that all contractual rights were retained. The statement read: "UCAM Murcia CB confirms that an agreement has been reached among all parties involved, with David DeJulius's binding contract with the club ratified, while UCAM Murcia CB retains full contractual rights over the player." Besiktas, the Turkish club, was on track to compete in the EuroLeague for the first time. Acquiring a leader-caliber point guard like DeJulius was expected to elevate the team's ambitions at Europe's premier competition. Under the agreement, DeJulius would wear Besiktas colors on a one-season loan. In return, UCAM Murcia CB received financial compensation. This transfer method is common in European basketball, allowing players to compete at a higher level while their parent club preserves the player's asset value. DeJulius was regarded as one of the most intelligent and impressive playmaking point guards in the Spanish league. The previous season, he had demonstrated his abilities through consistent performances, helping UCAM Murcia CB significantly improve their domestic league standings. The move to Besiktas was seen as a crucial turning point in his career.