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Olympiacos Defeats Panathinaikos in Thrilling Derby

Published January 2, 2026, 22:03
Olympiacos Defeats Panathinaikos in Thrilling Derby

Olympiacos achieved a significant 87-82 victory over Panathinaikos in the derby held at the Telekom Center Athens. Tyler Dorsey was the top scorer for his team, and the win was accompanied by a statement about the players' mental state and determination. The team started and finished the game with enthusiasm, managing to take the thriller of the match. Olympiacos took the lead from the beginning, with aggressive play and three-pointers, reaching a double-digit difference. Panathinaikos reacted in the second quarter, reducing the difference and tying the game at halftime. In the third and fourth quarters, the two teams alternated in the lead, with the game being decided in the final minutes. Dorsey was crucial for Olympiacos, scoring important baskets and making three-pointers. Vezenkov and Milutinov also contributed to the win, with points and rebounds. On the Panathinaikos side, Nan was the best scorer, but it was not enough to lead his team to victory. This victory is very important for Olympiacos, as it gives them a psychological advantage and helps them stay at the top of the standings. The defeat, on the other hand, is a blow to Panathinaikos, who will need to regroup and prepare for the next games.