After a Stormy Defeat – 'Panathinaikos' Owner's Demand for the Team
The owner of Panathinaikos expressed his displeasure with the team's performance after a closely contested match, calling for a perfect record in upcoming games.
Ataman: We will give everything for the Cup
Panathinaikos' coach, Ergin Ataman, emphasizes his team's dedication to winning the Greek Cup against rivals Olympiakos, aiming to provide joy to their supporters.
Kanter: "I want to play for Panathinaikos, but not while Ataman is there"
Enes Kanter expresses his desire to play for Panathinaikos but refuses to join as long as coach Ergin Ataman, who supports the Turkish government, is at the helm.
Ataman on the death of his mother: 'She was my greatest supporter'
Ergin Ataman, coach of Panathinaikos, mourns the loss of his beloved mother, who was his greatest supporter throughout his life.
Ergin Ataman has lost his mother
Gülten Ataman, the mother of Greek basketball coach Ergin Ataman, has passed away, prompting condolences from various basketball authorities.
Ataman on Giannakopoulos' outburst: I thank him, he gave me motivation
Turkish coach Ergin Ataman expressed gratitude towards Panathinaikos owner Giannakopoulos for his motivational outburst following a loss, after his team's victory over Real Madrid.
Ataman: We deserved to win the game with the fighting spirit we showed
Ergin Ataman commented on Panathinaikos' narrow victory over Real Madrid, highlighting the team's fighting spirit.
Ergin Ataman: Cheered by the Panathinaikos fans and raised his fists, video
Turkish coach Ergin Ataman was celebrated by Panathinaikos fans at Telekom Center Athens and responded by raising his fists in solidarity.
Ataman: "We are one win away from the goal of the season, I regret the loss to Aris"
Ergin Ataman expressed regret for the loss to Aris while emphasizing their closeness to achieving the season's goal and preparing for the crucial upcoming match against Real Madrid.
Ergin Ataman: 'We had no response to the shots in the last period, they played better and won'
Pana thinaikos coach Ergin Ataman acknowledged the dominance of his opponents in the final period which led to their victory.
Ataman: "I want to congratulate Olympiakos for winning by 40 points, if you are a great team, you play like that in the league"
Ergin Ataman praised Olympiakos for their significant victory over Karditsa while expressing dissatisfaction with Panathinaikos' performance against Peristeri.
Ataman: "Players must understand they are playing for Panathinaikos, the top club in Europe"
Turkish coach Ergin Ataman spoke after Panathinaikos's victory over Virtus Bologna, emphasizing the importance for players to recognize their role in the prestigious team, while also addressing the challenges of the EuroLeague.
Panathinaikos: Ataman was cheered by the fans and responded with raised fists, watch the video
Before the tip-off of the match against Virtus Bologna, Panathinaikos fans showed overwhelming support for Turkish coach Ergin Ataman.
New Intervention of Giannakopoulos in Favor of the Players and Ataman: "I Support Aman Aman and the Best Roster in Europe"
Giannakopoulos expresses support for both the players of Panathinaikos and coach Ergin Ataman, urging for confidence in the team following previous successes.
Ataman: If we do not win the Euroleague or the championship by the end of the season, I will leave Athens
Ergin Ataman takes responsibility for Panathinaikos's performance and hints at his departure if they do not win the Euroleague or the championship by season's end.
Ataman: "It was important to get the victory, it's not easy psychologically with the Euroleague devil team"
Ergin Ataman emphasized the significance of their recent victory, reflecting on the psychological challenges posed by their opponent in the Euroleague.
Giannakopoulos: The choice of Ataman is mine and I support it
Dimitris Giannakopoulos expressed his full support for coach Ergin Ataman following the Panathinaikos-Olympiacos derby.
Ataman: "After so many losses against Olympiacos, some players are afraid to play"
Ergin Ataman expressed disappointment over his Panathinaikos players, suggesting that fears stemming from ten consecutive Euroleague losses to Olympiacos are affecting their performance.
Ataman: Congratulations to the referees, with this performance they can be in the Euroleague final
Turkish coach Ergin Ataman praised Sasha Vezenkov but expressed strong complaints about the referees in the derby against Olympiakos, particularly regarding free throws.
Ataman: "In the last two years, we have won the EuroLeague, championship, and Cup, but we have not defeated Olympiakos in the EuroLeague"
Ergin Ataman stated that despite his team's recent victories, they have yet to achieve a win against Olympiakos in the EuroLeague.
Thanasis Antetokounmpo on Baskettalk: "I would be a 'golden key' in Bartzokas' hands"
Thanasis Antetokounmpo discussed the differences between the free-style basketball of Ergin Ataman and the structured philosophy of Georgios Bartzokas, emphasizing his adaptability to any system.
Ataman for the derby with Olympiacos: We must play good defense, Sloukas, Farid, Osman will be available
Ergin Ataman discussed the upcoming game against Olympiacos and the return of several key players.