Panathinaikos head coach Ergin Ataman was ejected during the fourth quarter of a friendly game against Maccabi. He received two technical fouls quickly after entering the court to protest.
Panathinaikos Aktor head coach Ergin Ataman was ejected from the court after receiving two consecutive technical fouls during a friendly match against Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv.
The incident occurred in the fourth quarter with Maccabi leading 63-57, when Ataman entered the court to protest a referee's decision, resulting in his removal from the game.
Ataman's ejection followed a moment of frustration, reportedly over a specific call, though the details surrounding the protest were not fully disclosed.
The referees quickly issued two technical fouls in response, leading to the head coach's dismissal.
Despite Ataman’s exit, the game continued with Panathinaikos still fighting to close the gap against Maccabi, who held a 63-57 lead at the time.
