Dubai Basketball has signed Australian point guard Taran Armstrong. Armstrong joins the team after a stint with the Golden State Warriors.
What happened?
Taran Armstrong agreed to a deal with Dubai Basketball in the EuroLeague. He played for the Cairns Taipans in the NBL, averaging 17.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 4.7 assists per game.
Why it matters for Dubai Basketball
The signing of Armstrong is a significant move for Dubai Basketball. The team is currently 1-1 in the EuroLeague and looks to strengthen its roster.
What comes next?
Armstrong will become the only Australian male in the EuroLeague this season. He will join a roster that includes former NBA players Davis Bertans, Dwayne Bacon, and Justin Anderson.
| Player | Position |
|---|---|
| Taran Armstrong | Point Guard |
| Davis Bertans | Power Forward |
| Dwayne Bacon | Shooting Guard |
Dubai Basketball played its first game in the ABA League in 2024 and made its debut in the EuroLeague with an 89-76 win over Partizan. The team looks to build on this success with the signing of Armstrong.
Armstrong's impressive season in Australia earned him a two-way contract with the Warriors. He averaged 11.5 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game in the NBA G-League.
The 6'5 point guard spent two years at California Baptist University, earning WAC Freshman of the Year honors. He has played for the Australian Boomers on multiple occasions, including the 2025 FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers.
Dubai Basketball's roster includes experienced European and international talent. The team will look to Armstrong to make an impact in the EuroLeague.