Olympiacos took advantage of their home court to defeat Red Star with a score of 92-86 during the 28th round of the EuroLeague, advancing their record to 18-9 and solidifying their position in second place, just one win behind the league leaders. The Serbian team fell to 16-12, losing ground in their bid to make it into the top eight of the regular season standings.

The game showcased a dramatic turn, with Olympiacos initially leading by as much as 14 points. However, Olympiacos head coach Giorgos Bartzokas noted in post-game comments that his players rushed to finish the game, allowing Red Star a chance to come back and contest the victory. The match’s crucial moment came with an incredible three-pointer from Vezhenkov, who shot from over nine meters out, bringing the score to 88-81 with just 54 seconds left on the clock.

This victory marked Olympiacos's sixth consecutive win at home and their tenth win in the last 12 matches within the competition. The Piraeus-based team has significantly reduced the gap between themselves and the top-ranked Fenerbahçe, who lead by one win but have two fewer games played. The outcome of the match has important implications for both teams as they vie for positioning ahead of the playoffs, with the pressure increasing as the season progresses.