Crvena Zvezda delivered a powerful performance, defeating Panathinaikos 86-68 to continue their impressive run in the EuroLeague. The Serbian team controlled the game from start to finish, improving their season record to 7-2, while Panathinaikos now stands at 5-4.
The game highlighted Crvena Zvezda’s excellent teamwork, which easily overcame the challenges faced by Panathinaikos. The Greek team struggled significantly, hampered by key injuries and a tough defensive press from their opponents that led to costly mistakes.
💪 Zvezda’s All-Round Performance
Codi Miller-McIntyre was a standout player for Crvena Zvezda, nearly achieving a triple-double with 14 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. His performance led a balanced team effort where multiple players contributed, showing the team’s depth. Even with Jordan Nwora absent, the team’s rhythm was unaffected, proving they could secure a big win without one of their key players.
🤕 Panathinaikos’ Struggles with Injuries
Panathinaikos faced an uphill battle, especially with major players missing due to injury. The absence of centers Mathias Lessort, Richaun Holmes, and Omer Yurtseven left a big gap in their lineup. While Kostas Sloukas (16 points) and Cedi Osman (14 points) tried to lead the offense, it wasn’t enough. Kendrick Nunn had a particularly tough night, scoring just six points and committing seven turnovers before fouling out early.
📊 A Dominant Victory from the Start
Crvena Zvezda took control right away, leading 20-12 after the first quarter. They extended their lead to 21 points in the second quarter and went into halftime with a comfortable 46-32 advantage. The lead grew even larger in the third quarter, reaching 67-40. Although Panathinaikos managed to score more in the final period, they were never close to challenging for the win.
