Virtus Segafredo Bologna has officially announced its first signing of the 2022 season. Jordan Mickey has joined the team on a one-year deal.
Who is Jordan Mickey?
Jordan Mickey is an American basketball player, born in Dallas on July 9, 1994. He has played for Boston Celtics and Miami Heat in the NBA.
His career in Europe
Mickey has played for Khimki Moscow Region and Zenit Saint Petersburg in the EuroLeague. In the 2020-21 season, he averaged 15.6 points and 5.8 rebounds for 16.5 PIR in the EuroLeague.
His role in Virtus Segafredo Bologna
Mickey joins the Virtus Segafredo Bologna team, which returns to the EuroLeague after 14 years. The team won the EuroCup in the previous season, but failed to capture its third consecutive LBA title.
Last season, Mickey played for Zenit Saint Petersburg, averaging 10.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 0.9 blocks for 10.1 PIR in the EuroLeague. He won the VTB League and was named Finals MVP and Defender of the Year.
What does it mean for Virtus Segafredo Bologna?
The signing of Jordan Mickey is an important reinforcement for Virtus Segafredo Bologna, which is looking to have a good season in the EuroLeague. The team needs experienced and talented players like Mickey to compete with the best European teams.
Virtus Segafredo Bologna lost the LBA final to AX Armani Exchange Milan, but is ready to start again and fight for titles in the next season. The signing of Mickey is an important step towards this goal.