Hayes-Davis leads Panathinaikos to defend Greek Cup, Lithuanian team reaches final in Spain
Panathinaikos successfully defended their Greek Cup title, while a Lithuanian team advanced to the finals of a tournament in Spain.
In a decisive game, Panathinaikos established a double-digit lead in the second quarter and maintained it until the end, winning the Greek Cup for the 22nd time in their history. The standout player of the Final Four was N. Hayes-Davis, who contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds to the victory. Other key players included Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos, who scored 14 points, and Jerian Grant and Konstantinos Mitoglou, each adding 11 points, solidifying the team's offensive strength against Olympiacos.
In the game against Olympiacos, the top scorer was Aleksandras Vezenkov with 16 points, contributing significantly but unable to secure a win for his team. Tyrique Jones and Evan Fournier supported with 12 points each, while Thomas Walkup provided a comprehensive performance with 11 points and 9 assists. The match showcased the competitive spirit of Greek basketball and highlighted the skill levels of both teams.
Simultaneously, in Spain, Real Madrid made a dramatic advance to the finals by defeating Valencia 108-106 in a nail-biting encounter. Valencia had led by five points towards the end of the fourth quarter, but Real Madrid managed to overpower them in the closing moments, demonstrating the team's resilience. The contrasting performances of these teams encapsulate the vibrant basketball scenes in both Greece and Spain, with both regions showcasing high levels of talent and competition in the sport.