Valencia Basket confirmed on Monday the signing of Dylan Osetkowski, a 2.07 m forward, on a two‑year contract running until June 30 2028. The move arrives as the club looks to replenish its interior after several key departures.
What did Valencia Basket announce?
The orange‑clad club announced that Osetkowski, born August 8 1996 in San Diego, California, and holding a German passport, joins after a EuroLeague stint with Partizan Belgrade. In that competition he averaged 8.6 points and a 9.7 efficiency rating over 35 games. The news was released on the official website and a deal was signed guaranteeing his stay through the 2027‑28 season.
What does Osetkowski bring to the team?
During three seasons in Spain’s Liga Endesa with Unicaja Málaga, Osetkowski posted 11.8 points, 4.1 rebounds and a 12.3 efficiency per game, shooting 40 % from three. In 2022‑23 with Partizan he added 7.2 points and 2.9 rebounds in the EuroLeague, plus 8.6 points and 2.9 rebounds in the domestic league. His European experience includes a EuroCup 2020‑21 where he tallied 17.9 points, making him a versatile option for both paint and perimeter.
How does he fit the 2026‑27 strategy?
Head coach Pedro Martínez has said Osetkowski’s arrival allows the team to diversify pick‑and‑roll actions and add a mid‑range shooter who exceeds a 40 % success rate. With several interior players leaving, Valencia aims to keep its offensive tempo and strengthen rebounding defense. Osetkowski also brings leadership, having won two Copa del Rey titles, a Spanish Supercup, two Basketball Champions League crowns and a FIBA Intercontinental Cup where he was MVP.
What can fans expect on debut?
Supporters anticipate seeing him in the opening ACB game scheduled for October 2026. Based on last season’s Bundesliga numbers, his 15.2 efficiency suggests an immediate impact. If he maintains his 12.6 points and 6.2 rebounds per game, Valencia Basket will gain a physical presence that could tip the balance in the league’s playoff push.