Overview
- Tony Parker was formally appointed ASVEL head coach on Saturday, June 27, 2026, moving from his prior role as the club’s president and majority owner to take daily charge of the team.
- ASVEL described the coaching change as the first step in a long-term development plan focused on sporting success, player development and organizational growth.
- French media reported that the club presented a projected €58 million operating budget and a €20 million player payroll for next season, but those figures have not been independently confirmed by the club.
- Parker has reportedly begun assembling his staff and roster, with veteran coach Vincent Collet joining as offensive coordinator and signings named in reports including Sylvain Francisco, Nick Weiler-Babb, Daniel Theis, Armoni Brooks and Both Gach.
- Reports say Parker signed a 2+3 coaching contract with a reported ten-year moral commitment and an expected annual salary near €1.2 million, details that raise the stakes for results and increase scrutiny of the club’s push to become a top European side.