Dubai, 17 July 2025: Dubai Basketball confirms the signing of American small forward Justin Anderson, marking the team’s seventh major signing and joining top players from across the world under Head Coach Jurica Golemac ahead of their Dubai Basketball debut. The deal will be officially confirmed once Anderson undergoes his medical check ahead of the season start.

The 31-year-old forward, standing at 1.98 metres, joins from FC Barcelona, where he made his mark with his dynamic leadership and strong defensive capacity. Dubai Basketball and Anderson have agreed on terms until 2027, elevating the club’s elite roster with high-level European and NBA experience.

EuroLeague Experience

Anderson featured in 37 EuroLeague games during the 2024/25 season with FC Barcelona, averaging 7.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in just over 18 minutes per game. Known for his physicality, athleticism, and defensive play, Anderson played a pivotal role in Barcelona’s EuroLeague playoff run as one of the best players on court despite facing a loss in Game 5 of the thrilling quarter-final series against AS Monaco.

NBA Veteran 

Before beginning his stint in European basketball, Anderson kicked off his professional playing journey in 2015. Selected 21st in the NBA Draft, he spent eight seasons in the American league – playing with world-renowned teams, including the Dallas Mavericks, Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets, Cleveland Cavaliers and Indiana Pacers.

Justin Anderson’s arrival signals Dubai Basketball’s mission to compete at the highest level of European basketball with the best talent. With his wealth of NBA and EuroLeague experience, he brings depth and leadership to a growing roster. As the team prepares for its EuroLeague debut, Anderson is set to play a central role in shaping Dubai’s identity on an international stage.

Catch Dubai Basketball players take on the best of European basketball at Coca-Cola Arena this season. Fans can register their interest to get tickets to all home games on the Coca-Cola Arena website.

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About Dubai Basketball: 

Founded in 2023, Dubai Basketball is a newly established professional basketball franchise that plays in Europe’s EuroLeague and Adriatic Basketball Association (ABA) League for the 2025/26 season. The franchise has assembled a strong roster of players led by Head Coach Jurica Golemac. The club plays their home games at Coca-Cola Arena.

Dubai Basketball stands as a testament to the power of passion and dedication in shaping the landscape of basketball in the UAE and beyond. Its foundation is built upon a diverse and talented team, consisting of FIBA-certified coaches, former professional players, business experts, and passionate enthusiasts.

Dubai Basketball is committed to catalysing positive social change, where dreams are not just envisioned but realised, talents are not merely found but nurtured, and aspirations are not only lived but fulfilled.

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