Dubai Basketball sign contract with Dwayne Bacon

Dubai Basketball has added another major signing to its roster by signing American forward Dwayne Bacon on a deal that runs through the 2026 season. The deal is subject to his medical check.

The 1.98m scorer arrives from Zenit Saint Petersburg, where he averaged 16.3 points and 3.6 rebounds per game last season, cementing his reputation as one of Europe’s most versatile offensive players.

Bacon is widely regarded for his natural scoring ability, with an offensive game that makes him a constant threat on court. He has already showcased his talents over two EuroLeague campaigns – first with AS Monaco in the 2021/22 season, where he averaged 14 points per game, and then with Panathinaikos the following year, lifting his average to 16.6 points per game in Greece.

Before starring in Russia, Bacon also took his game beyond European borders, suiting up for the Shanghai Sharks in China and Leones de Ponce in Puerto Rico during the 2023/24 season.

The 29-year-old began his career at Florida State University before being drafted by the Charlotte Hornets. Over three NBA seasons (2017–2020), Bacon made 135 appearances, later joining the Orlando Magic for the 2020/21 campaign, where he played 72 games and averaged 11.3 points. He also gained development time in the G League with the Greensboro Swarm.

Now set to join Head Coach Jurica Golemac’s side, Bacon brings scoring punch, veteran savvy, and big-game experience as Dubai Basketball continues to build a squad ready to make an impact in the 2025/26 season.