What happened?
Olympiacos BC announced today the signing of 20‑year‑old Dominican guard Jean Montero to a three‑year contract. The move strengthens the roster for EuroLeague, the Greek A1 and international competitions. Montero arrived in Piraeus after averaging 14.4 points, 3 rebounds, 4.8 assists and 1.1 steals in the EuroLeague last season.
Why does Montero matter for Olympiacos BC?
Montero’s presence in the backcourt adds versatility in the playoff stretch. With 15.7 points, 2.9 rebounds and 4.3 assists in the ACB 2023‑2024, he shows he can create offense from the perimeter and the paint. His pick‑and‑roll skill and defensive quickness will boost Olympiacos’ defense, which needs more steals to limit opponents.
What does Montero’s career look like?
Born on 03/07/2003, he began his pro career at Gran Canaria (2019‑2024), including two seasons with the B squad. He also played Overtime Elite (2021‑2022), Real Betis (2023) and Andorra (2023‑2024) before moving to Valencia (2024‑2026). Honors include All EuroLeague First Team (2026), EuroLeague Playoffs MVP (2026) and EuroLeague Rising Star (2026). In Liga Endesa he earned Best Young Player three straight years (2023‑2025).
What’s next for Olympiacos BC with Montero?
EuroLeague preparations are underway. Head coach Kostas Bakoyannis plans to slot Montero into the starting five, exploiting his perimeter shooting and court vision. Fans can expect Montero to log about 30 minutes per game, targeting at least 12 points and 3 assists. This addition could shift the team’s balance and bring extra wins in the playoff phase.