The 29-year-old big man ranked among the leaders in PIR and rebounds in Israel last season and started this season strong in Greece
Fenerbahce fortifies frontcourt with Chris Silva signing
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Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul has bolstered its interior rotation by signing big man Chris Silva for the remainder of the season, with an option for another year.
Silva (2.06 meters, 29 years old) brings size, athleticism, and versatility to the reigning champions as they continue their push up the standings.
The Gabonese native arrives from AEK Athens, where he averaged 16.2 points and 7.3 rebounds in the Greek League and posted 14.8 points and 8.0 rebounds per game in the Basketball Champions League earlier this season. His ability to impact both ends of the floor made him one of AEK’s most reliable performers.
Last season, Silva starred in Israel for Bnei Herzliya, producing 15.1 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.8 assists, and 1.1 blocks per game for a PIR of 19.7. He ranked sixth in the league in PIR, fifth in blocks, and sixth in rebounds, underscoring his all-around impact.
A First Team All-SEC selection at the University of South Carolina, Silva began his professional career in the NBA with the Miami Heat. He also played for the Sacramento Kings, Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks in the NBA; for the Sioux Falls Skyforce, Iowa Wolves and College Park Skyhawks in the G League; Piratas de Quebradillas and Mets de Guaynabo in Puerto Rico; Herzliya in Israel; and AEK in Greece.
Silva is now poised to make his EuroLeague debut with Fenerbahce.