Despite being under contract through 2029, Mario Hezonja's future with Real Madrid is far from certain. With NBA teams showing serious interest and a buyout clause in place, a move across the Atlantic remains a real possibility after the 2024–25 season, sources tell BasketNews.
Mario Hezonja's long-term future with Real Madrid appears uncertain, with BasketNews sources indicating he may consider other opportunities after the 2024–25 season despite signing an extension last summer.
According to sources, the 30-year-old Croatian forward is evaluating his market options, with renewed interest coming from NBA teams.
Hezonja's five-year contract with Madrid includes an NBA out clause—something several teams across the Atlantic are monitoring closely.
BasketNews sources suggest the buyout figure is close to the NBA standard for international transfers: $850,000.
Hezonja averaged 14.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and a 14.3 Performance Index Rating (PIR) during the EuroLeague regular season.
He ranked among the top 15 scorers and was 13th overall in rebounding.
In the EuroLeague playoffs, Hezonja elevated his game, posting 17.5 points (67.6% 2P, 30.4% 3P), along with 5.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.2 steals, and a 15.2 PIR.
According to BBallytics, Real Madrid outscored opponents by 4.3 points per 100 possessions with Hezonja on the floor.
Donatas Urbonas
Donatas Urbonas is an award-winning Lithuanian basketball journalist, recognized as the best sports journalist in Lithuania in 2016 and the top basketball journalist in 2018. A Vilnius University journalism graduate, Urbonas has reported on major global sports events, including the Rio 2016 and Paris 2024 Olympics, FIBA World Cups, EuroBaskets, NBA Summer League, and NBA Draft.
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