JL Bourg-en-Bresse announced on Monday July 10 2026 the arrival of two key players, bolstering its roster for the 2026‑27 Betclic Élite season and the upcoming EuroCup campaign.
Who are the new signings?
The club has signed guard Milan Milovanović, 24, who averaged 12.4 points, 3.2 rebounds and 4.7 assists per game in the 2025‑26 season with KK Partizan. At the same time, center Nicolas Moussa, 27, joins from AS Monaco after posting 8.9 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per game. Both players signed two‑year contracts with an NBA‑out clause.
Why do these signings matter?
Milan adds three‑point shooting (38% FG) and playmaking that should ease the load on Thomas Heurtel, the current point guard. Nicolas strengthens the paint presence, delivering more offensive boards and rim protection. Their combo promises to diversify the transition game, a weakness last season when the team logged only 7.2 fast‑break points per game.
What impact on the EuroCup run?
JL Bourg‑en‑Bresse will soon face Dolomiti Energia Trento in the group stage. Milan, who scored 22 points against Trento in Europe last year, could shift the first quarter’s tempo. Additionally, Moussa, who blocked 2.1 shots per game against Trento, will add extra interior defense.
What’s next?
The first official practice is set for July 15 2026, followed by a friendly versus BAXI Manresa on July 22. Fans are eager to see how the newcomers fit into Laurent Bouchet’s system, which relies on a quick pick‑and‑roll and a 2‑3 zone defense. Pre‑season stats will be posted weekly on the club’s official site.
What challenges lie ahead?
The main challenge is team chemistry. The two signings must adapt to the physical demands of the French league, where starters average over 30 minutes per game. Moreover, competition for starting spots will be fierce, especially with Moustapha Cissé, who led the club with 15.3 points per game last season.
JL Bourg‑en‑Bresse enters the new campaign with clear goals: reach the Betclic Élite playoffs and advance beyond the EuroCup round of 16. The coming months will reveal whether the signings deliver.