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may 19 2026Hiopos Lleida is already planning for next season, and securing James Batemon's future is a top priority. According to David Carrera, the Catalan club and the American player have reportedly reached a verbal agreement to extend their partnership through 2027.
For now, the deal is not yet finalized, though both the club and the player intend to continue together for another season at Barris Nord. The move would be significant news for the Catalan project, which is looking to consolidate its position in the Liga Endesa after securing survival.
Batemon has become one of the most important pieces for Hiopos Lleida this season, standing out particularly for his scoring ability and offensive impact in crucial moments. His performance has attracted interest in the market, but the Lleida club appears to have gained the upper hand in securing his continuity.
The potential extension of the American wing would be one of the first key moves of the summer for a Hiopos Lleida side that wants to maintain much of the competitive core that has managed to establish itself in Spain's top basketball division.
