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Panathinaikos is faring well this EuroLeague season, having secured 9 wins and suffered 7 defeats, currently leading in the group from fourth to tenth place. They recently triumphed over Olimpia Milano with a 76-68 score in an away game.
Their performance in the Greek championship is also promising, winning all 11 matches and claiming the top spot, despite one player being sidelined due to injury.
However, the renowned Serbian club is struggling this season, managing only 6 victories out of 16 matches, placing 15th in the league, trailing the top ten by three wins. Despite this, in their last game, Crvena Zvezda defeated Maccabi Tel Aviv 98-92, playing as the away team but hosting the match in Belgrade.
Crvena Zvezda performs better on their home court in the ABA League, boasting 12 victories in 13 games and leading the championship. They are facing two personnel losses ahead of their upcoming match.
Panathinaikos is currently on a three-game winning streak in the EuroLeague, whereas Crvena Zvezda has struggled, facing 7 defeats in 8 away encounters during the tournament. In the past five meetings between these teams, the total score has not exceeded 155.5 points.
The away team's performance is significantly bolstered by Milos Teodosic, the previous week's MVP, who is currently displaying some of the best form in his illustrious career. Over the last five games, he has maintained an average of 15.4 points and 7.8 assists. Notably, his synergy with Joel Bolomboy, contributing 20 points in the impressive Round 16 victory against Maccabi, is a focal point for the Panathinaikos defense. On the other side, the Panathinaikos team seeks offensive inspiration from Kendrick Nunn, who has achieved double-digit scoring in the last six games, including a notable 17 points in the recent away win against Milan.
This season marks a radical shift in Panathinaikos' strategy. After years of not being a significant force in European basketball, the club's president invested heavily in the current season to reestablish the Greek team as a contender. The transformative steps included appointing Ergin Ataman as head coach, acquiring key players like Kostas Sloukas, Dinos Mitoglou, Juancho Hernangomez from the NBA League, Mathias Lessort, and Luca Vildoza. Despite fluctuations in performance, the team has recently won three consecutive EuroLeague matches and five overall, demonstrating commendable form.
In preparation for the upcoming game, Panathinaikos secured an 11-0 record in the domestic league by outplaying Promitheas 69-54. A crucial victory against Milano with standout performances from Kendrick Nunn (17 points) and Mathias Lessort (16 points) showcased the team's adaptability to different playing styles.
Crvena Zvezda entered the season with high hopes of reaching the EuroLeague playoffs under the guidance of Dusko Ivanovic. However, a series of defeats, including close losses to Zalgiris and Virtus, led to coaching changes with Ioannis Sfairopoulos taking over. The departure of Shabazz Napier and the arrival of Freddie Gillespie further added to the team's turbulent start. Despite defeating Split in the previous encounter, the true test was the victory against Maccabi Tel Aviv, where Milos Teodosic's stellar performance (27 points and 14 assists) and Joel Bolomboy's contribution (20 points) showcased the team's potential for consistency. Now, Crvena Zvezda aims to validate this potential in the upcoming game.
