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Fournier's Decision: Retirement After Olympiacos?

Published March 17, 2026, 10:08
Fournier's Decision: Retirement After Olympiacos?

Olympiacos guard, Fournier, spoke about his future, stating that he will likely end his career after the end of his collaboration with the 'red and whites'. He expressed his desire to spend more time with his family and enjoy things he missed due to his basketball commitments. Fournier emphasized that the team's main goal is to win the EuroLeague, but admitted that he finds it difficult to imagine himself lifting the trophy at the OAKA, Panathinaikos' stadium. He had considered retiring after the Olympic Games in Paris, but ultimately decided to live one last experience in Greece, as he missed the game. Although he had an offer from the NBA (Washington), he decided to return to Europe and Olympiacos, as he did not want to start from scratch at this stage of his career. His love for basketball and his desire for one last big challenge led him to this decision. Fournier seems to have found a balance between his career and his personal life, and he is determined to give 100% of his ability to win the EuroLeague.