Fenerbahçe Adds Veteran Clyburn, Keeps Horton-Tucker

Will Clyburn Brings EuroLeague pedigree to Istanbul

Fenerbahçe has strengthened its roster with the signing of veteran forward Will Clyburn, who most recently donned the colors of FC Barcelona. Clyburn’s résumé includes stints across Germany’s ratiopharm Ulm, Israel’s Hapoel Holon and a five‑year run with CSKA Moscow where he captured the 2018‑19 EuroLeague title and earned Final Four MVP honors. He also adds three VTB League crowns, a Turkish League championship with Anadolu Efes and an Italian league trophy with Virtus Bologna to his list of accolades. Last season in Barcelona he posted 13.8 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.7 assists per EuroLeague game.

Talen Horton‑Tucker shines in his breakthrough season

Fenerbahçe secured Talen Horton‑Tucker for the 2026‑27 season, retaining the player who anchored its offense last year. In his debut EuroLeague season, Horton‑Tucker appeared in 41 games, averaging 15.7 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.2 assists, which earned him a spot on the All‑EuroLeague Second Team. Domestically he posted 13.2 points and 3.4 rebounds per game during the 2025‑26 Türkiye Sigorta Basketball Super League, helping Fenerbahçe capture the league title, Presidential Cup and Turkish Cup. His dynamic scoring and ability to create opportunities for teammates made him a key factor in the team’s sweep of domestic honors.

What It Means for Fenerbahçe’s Title Hunt

Combining Clyburn’s veteran leadership with Horton‑Tucker’s offensive spark positions Fenerbahçe for a robust run in both the Turkish league and the EuroLeague. The blend of experience and youthful energy creates a balanced roster capable of contending for multiple titles. Observers note that the duo mirrors past successful pairings where seasoned players complemented rising stars. If health and chemistry hold, the team should be a serious contender for a historic double‑season performance.