Panathinaikos celebrated a significant win against Real Madrid, handing the Spanish team its first home loss of the season. The victory was largely thanks to brilliant performances from new players Kenneth Faried and TJ Shorts, who stepped up to lead their team.
The key to Panathinaikos’ success was a combination of smart, tough defense and their most effective road offense to date. The immediate impact of Faried and Shorts has given the team a much-needed boost, proving to be a turning point in their recent games.
👍 A “Great Victory”
Coach Ergin Ataman was very pleased after the match, calling it a “great victory.” He praised his team for their smart defense, which successfully limited Real Madrid’s key players like Campazzo and Tavares. He also noted that offensively, it was their “best game on the road” against a very strong opponent.
⭐ Stars of the Game
Ataman highlighted the contributions of two players in particular. He shared that after a recent talk with TJ Shorts about his performance, the player responded with his best game yet for Panathinaikos. The coach was also full of praise for Kenneth Faried, calling him “our medicine” for the team. He was impressed by how quickly the former NBA player has adjusted and provided the energy they needed, especially with Mathias Lessort out.
🙌 Faried Feels “Reborn”
Kenneth Faried himself spoke about his recent journey, moving from playing in Taiwan to joining a top EuroLeague team. He expressed his gratitude, saying it’s a “blessing” to be playing at this level. Faried shared that he feels warmly welcomed by the team and is happy to bring his energy to the court, adding that he feels “reborn here.”
