Peristeri BC has announced the acquisition of 23-year-old Spanish point guard Alvaro Cardenas on a loan deal from Valencia for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. Cardenas, who spent the last few seasons in NCAA college basketball, will reinforce the team's backcourt.
Official Club Announcement
Peristeri's statement reads: "KAE Peristeri announces the acquisition of Alvaro Cardenas on loan from Valencia for the 2025-2026 season. The 23-year-old Spaniard will strengthen the team's perimeter line next season. Alvaro Cardenas is the definition of a playmaker. Very good in game organization, an excellent creator, while also providing offensive solutions when required."
Player Profile
Alvaro Cardenas Torre was born on April 29, 2002, in Granada, Spain. He stands at 1.85m (6'1") and plays as a point guard.
Cardenas spent three seasons (2021-2024) playing college basketball at San Jose State University. His progression was evident, culminating in his final season (2023-24) with the Spartans where he averaged:
13.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, 5.5 assists, and 0.9 steals. His shooting percentages were 45.9% from the field, 39.8% from three-point range, and 83.3% from the free-throw line in 29 games.
For the 2024-2025 season, Cardenas transferred to Boise State University. In his single season with the Broncos, he further developed his game, averaging:
11.5 points, 3.3 rebounds, 7.1 assists, and 1.4 steals. In 34 games, he played an average of 27.1 minutes, shooting 41.7% from the field, 31.1% from three, and 76.9% from the free-throw line.
Following his collegiate career, Alvaro Cardenas returned to Spain, signing with Valencia, from whom Peristeri has now acquired him on loan. His strong playmaking abilities and consistent improvement in the NCAA make him a promising addition to Peristeri's roster.
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