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Virtus Bologna, Sassari Officially Request Lega Basket to Block Pajola Move to NBA

Lega Basket Expected to Approve Block

Virtus Pallacanestro Bologna and Dinamo Sassari, the two most recent clubs of Italian basketball star Alessandro Pajola, have officially requested the Lega Basket Serie A to block his move to the NBA. The Lega Basket is expected to approve the request and prevent the 22-year-old guard from moving overseas at this time.

Virtus, Sassari Want to Retain Player Rights

Under the current rules governing player movement in Italy, a club can request a player's transfer to be blocked if the player is under the age of 24 and has a contract with the club. Both Virtus Bologna and Dinamo Sassari have indicated their desire to retain Pajola's rights for the foreseeable future.

Pajola Projected as Second-Round Pick

Pajola was projected as a potential second-round pick in the upcoming NBA draft. After a breakout season with Virtus Bologna, where he averaged 10.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game and won the EuroCup title, Pajola declared for the NBA draft in April. He has since worked out for several NBA teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers, San Antonio Spurs, and Philadelphia 76ers.

Lega Basket Block Could Signal End of Pajola's NBA Dream

The Lega Basket's decision to block Pajola's move to the NBA could signal the end of his dream of playing in the world's top basketball league. It is not uncommon for European clubs to block the transfer of young players to the NBA, as they often see them as valuable assets for their own teams. Pajola will now have to decide whether to remain in Italy or pursue a career in another European league.

Virtus, Sassari Benefit from Block

Virtus Bologna and Dinamo Sassari will benefit from the Lega Basket's decision to block Pajola's move to the NBA. Pajola is one of the most promising young players in Italy, and his presence on their teams will make them contenders for the Serie A title next season. Pajola is a talented player who could have a successful career in the NBA, but he will now have to wait and see if the Lega Basket changes its rules in the future and allows him to make the move overseas.