Olympiakos-Panathinaikos 68-79: Highlights of the Cup Final
Panathinaikos defeated Olympiakos 79-68 in the Greek Cup final, winning the trophy for the second consecutive year.
In a thrilling final of the Greek Cup, Panathinaikos showcased their dominance by defeating Olympiakos with a score of 79-68. This victory marks the second consecutive year that Panathinaikos has lifted the cup, demonstrating their strong performance throughout the match. The team managed to disrupt Olympiakos' rhythm, maintaining a consistent edge over their rivals.
Key players for Panathinaikos included Nigel Hayes-Davis, who led the scoring with 15 points, and Nikos Rogkavopoulos, who contributed 14 points. Not to be overlooked, Jerryan Grant and Dinos Mitoglou also played well, each scoring 11 points. Their contributions were instrumental in ensuring that Panathinaikos controlled the game from start to finish, effectively neutralizing Olympiakos' strategies.
On the other hand, Olympiakos struggled to keep pace despite a solid performance from Sasha Vezenkov, who was their top scorer with 16 points. Jones also had a good game, with 12 points, but his absence in the fourth quarter due to a back injury was a significant blow to Olympiakos' efforts. This match not only highlights the competitive spirit of Greek basketball but also underscores the growing rivalry between these two iconic clubs.