Roma SPQR basketball club secures star backing and veteran coaching staff
Roma SPQR, founded by former NBA executive Donnie Nelson, has attracted investment from Luka Doncic and hired coach Alessandro Magro.
The Italian franchise, launched under Donnie Nelson's direction, counts NBA star Luka Doncic among its financial supporters. Veteran tactician Valerio Bianchini also backs the operation. Alessandro Magro has been appointed to lead the sporting side, while early signings include point guard Nico Mannion, forward Gerald Ayayi and center Jesse Edwards. Former coach Sergio Scariolo joins as a special advisor on basketball strategy.
Why it matters
The backing and staffing signal a high-profile effort to launch a competitive Italian basketball franchise.
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