Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade have officially announced the signing of American forward John Brown III. The 32-year-old has completed all necessary medical tests, allowing the club to activate his contract, which runs through the end of the 2024-25 season, with an option for an additional year.
Brown, who previously played for AS Monaco, was named the best defender in the French league last season and was part of Monaco’s championship-winning squad, clinching two French titles and the French Cup. However, he suffered a shoulder injury in late April during the EuroLeague playoff series between Monaco and Fenerbahce.
The American forward will wear the number 1 jersey for Crvena Zvezda. If deemed physically fit, Brown could make his debut in EuroLeague Round 15 against Olympiacos on Friday. However, coach Giannis Sfairopoulos will be without Filip Petrusev for this game, as per the agreement between the Greek coach and the Serbian club.
Last season, Brown averaged 5.8 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.8 offensive rebounds, and 1.2 steals in 33 appearances, playing 25 minutes per game.
