Furkan Korkmaz returns to Europe after signing with Monaco

AS Monaco Basket on Wednesday confirmed the signing of Türkiye’s Furkan Korkmaz from Philadelphia 76ers for the 2024-25 season, with an option for another year. “We’re happy to announce that Furkan Korkmaz joins the Roca Family on 1+1 deal,” the team said in a statement. Korkmaz said he was “thrilled” to join AS Monaco Basket. “Looking forward to the journey ahead and the memories we’ll create together. Let’s make this season one to remember!” he wrote on X. -via Yenisafak / August 7, 2024

Furkan Korkmaz says goodbye to Philly on IG just 6 months after being traded at the deadline last season: “To the Sixers Family, I didn’t have a chance to say goodbye, but now I want to take a moment to do so. Thank you to the Sixers organization, to the amazing fans, and to my coaches and teammates. Your support and love have been incredible. I’ve made incredible friendships along the way, and I’m grateful for every moment spent on and off the court. We’ve shared so many good and tough times together. Philadelphia, The City of Brotherly Love, you will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for the memories and the journey. Now, a new chapter begins in my career.??” -via x.com / August 6, 2024

Furkan Korkmaz: To the Sixers Family, I didn’t have a chance to say goodbye, but now I want to take a moment to do so. Thank you to the Sixers organization, to the amazing fans, and to my coaches and teammates. Your support and love have been incredible. I’ve made incredible friendships along the way, and I’m grateful for every moment spent on and off the court. We’ve shared so many good and tough times together. Philadelphia, The City of Brotherly Love, you will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you for the memories and the journey. Now, a new chapter begins in my career. -via Twitter @FurkanKorkmaz / August 5, 2024