Dubai picks up Yannick Kraag but immediately returns the Dutch forward to Asisa Joventut as Basketball Champions League rivals Peristeri Betsson finalize their own roster additionBy Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.netThe Basketball Champions League ecosystem experienced a major burst of transfer activity on Wednesday, highlighted by a multi-party agreement involving Dutch rising star Yannick Kraag. Asisa Joventut announced that the 23-year-old guard-forward exercised his release clause to officially sign with EuroLeague’s Dubai, securing his place in their ambitious long-term project. Kraag, who debuted in Spain’s Liga Endesa at just 18 years old, has already amassed 142 top-division appearances. Last season, he proved his high-level capabilities in the Basketball Champions League by averaging 7.6 points and 5.5 rebounds while shooting 38% from beyond the arc. Marking his debut in the Champions League, the newcomer brings valuable European experience to the team coached by Vassilis Xanthopoulos, having played professionally in Germany, Belgium, and Serbia since launching his pro career in 2023.