Casademont Zaragoza Continue to profile its template for the 2025-2026 season with the incorporation of DJ Stephens, an American 1.98 meters, with community passport, which stands out for its physical power and versatility to occupy both the position of Eaves and Ala-Pid.
Stephens, 34, beat the NBA Draft Combine Draft record in 2013 with a mark of 116.8 centimeters, has taken the NBA with Milwaukee Bucks and Memphis Grizzlies, in addition to a solid career in Europe with clubs such as Anadolu Efes, Zenit de St. Petersburg and Prometay. In its last stage with Zenit and the Ukrainian team averaged 11.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 13.7 valuation in the Eurocup.
An explosive profile
From the UCAM Murcia, where he competed in the last season in both Endesa League and in the Basketball Champions League, DJ Stephens is known for his ethics of work and defensive commitment. The club defines it as a “tireless” player, which adds “intensity, effort and work to the team’s collective.”
With its signing, Casademont reinforces the perimeter and adds to a physical profile that fits the idea of the new coach, Jesús Ramírez, to build a block with character, aggressive and solid behind. His ability to play over the hoop, his international experience and his versatility will be key.
International experience and adaptation to the Endesa League
Beyond its spectacularity, Stephens has demonstrated the ability to compete in demanding contexts. He has played in high level leagues such as Russian, Turkish or Japanese (Chiba Jets), adapting to different styles and maintaining regular performance. In Saragossa It is expected that it is not only a physical revulsive, but also a reference for the youngest.
His arrival is part of a staff planning that seeks to make a qualitative leap with respect to last campaign, where the team finished 12th in ACB and was left out of European objectives. With DJ Stephens, Casademont aspires to recover the ambition of previous seasons.
