Cholet Basket is making strides in its recruitment for the 2026-2027 season, identifying Tony Snell (6'6'', 34 years old) as a serious target. The American forward, who played for Boulazac this season, is appealing to the club from Mauges, which aims to add an experienced and reliable player to its perimeter lineup. However, Cholet Basket faces competition in its efforts to attract Tony Snell, whose profile has logically drawn interest following his successful stint in Betclic Élite. As of now, no official announcement has been made regarding his transfer.
Tony Snell joined Boulazac for the 2025-2026 season, bringing valuable experience to the French league. Before his time in Betclic Élite, he built most of his career in the NBA, having been selected 20th overall in the 2013 Draft by the Chicago Bulls. He later played for Milwaukee, Detroit, Atlanta, Portland, and New Orleans. At Boulazac, he confirmed his reputation as a steady and effective player, averaging 8.1 points, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.0 assists in 23 minutes, with an impressive 51.8% shooting from three-point range.
Cholet Basket is also looking into the return of Noah Locke (6'3'', 27 years old), who quickly integrated into the team's play style. In just six games, Locke averaged 13.0 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.3 assists, with a remarkable 60.6% shooting from beyond the arc. His return would be an asset for the team, already familiar with his playing style.
Finally, Cholet Basket is monitoring the situation of Miralem Halilovic (6'9'', 34 years old), a Bosnian forward well-known in France. Halilovic made a significant impact during his time in Orléans, contributing to the club's promotion to the top tier in 2019. With these targets, Cholet Basket aims to build a strong roster capable of extending its momentum after a successful regular season, finishing fifth with 19 wins and 11 losses, and reaching the playoffs semifinals.