Tenth consecutive victory for AEK in Greece and Europe, 83-74 against Maroussi, video
AEK secures its tenth consecutive win by overcoming Maroussi with a score of 83-74, showing resilience despite a deficit.
AEK achieved its tenth consecutive victory, both in Greece and across Europe, by beating Maroussi with a score of 83-74. The game saw AEK initially struggling, trailing by as much as eight points during the early part of the fourth quarter. Key players for AEK included Gray, who scored 20 points, Bartley with 21, and Nunnally contributing 17 points, demonstrating a strong performance despite the pressure from a determined Maroussi team.
The match highlights AEK's commendable form this season, raising their record to 12-4 and placing them in third position in the standings. On the other hand, Maroussi faced a setback, dropping to a record of 3-14 following this defeat. The entire game was marked by a moment of silence before the tip-off, honoring Thanasis Skourtopoulos, a former player and significant contributor to AEK.
This victory underlines AEK's current dominance in the league and their ability to perform under pressure, which could have implications for their aspirations in both national and European competitions. The team's resilience and depth in scoring are essential factors as they look to maintain their winning streak and climb higher in the rankings.