Filip Petrušev: NBA Release Clause Deadline Passes—What Happens Next?

Filip Petrušev

Filip Petrušev: NBA Release Clause Deadline Passes—What Happens Next?

Festus Chuma 11:00 - 16.07.2025

The NBA-out clause in Filip Petrušev's contract with Olympiacos expired at midnight on Tuesday (July 15th).

According to Greek media reports, Filip Petrušev's NBA-out clause with Olympiacos, worth €900,000, expired at midnight on Tuesday (July 15th) after the Serbian center did not receive a suitable offer from the NBA.

Recent speculation has suggested a potential trade involving the player.

A separate €1.2 million buyout clause in Petrušev's Olympiacos contract expired on July 1st. This means any EuroLeague club—except Panathinaikos—now has to negotiate directly with Olympiacos regarding the financial terms of a potential deal.

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Olympiacos owner Ioannis Sfairopoulos recently stated there had been a verbal agreement for Petrušev to join Crvena Zvezda (Red Star Belgrade) before the player requested additional time to consider his options.

Olympiacos coach Georgios Bartzokas recently commented on the situation, stating he does not want players on his team who aren't fully committed. However, rumors surrounding Petrušev and Olympiacos persist.

During the 2024/25 season, Petrušev averaged 14.1 points (64% 2FG, 28% 3FG, 67% FT), 4.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists, and a PIR of 16.5 in 21:28 minutes per game across 28 EuroLeague appearances.