Panathinaikos head coach Ergin Ataman criticized the media following the win over Anadolu Efes, urging them to stop provoking the public and pushing narratives around the team, as he believes it’s negatively affecting his players.
Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens opened their playoff series against Anadolu Efes Istanbul with a hard-fought 87–83 comeback victory.
| Player of the Game | |
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EFF
40
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| Juan Hernangomez | |
| Points | 20 |
| Accuracy | 9-12 |
| Rebounds | 16 |
| Assists | 3 |
Despite the win, Panathinaikos head coach Ergin Ataman wasn't satisfied with his team’s performance and used the post-game press conference to address what he sees as harmful media behavior toward the club.
"They must stop provoking people against us," Ataman said firmly. "You need to understand — we won the title last year because we deserved it, without anyone’s help. And we’ll win it again the same way — without any help."
Ataman appeared to be referencing the media’s influence on Panathinaikos fans, suggesting that the narratives being pushed are not only swaying public opinion but also having a negative impact on the club itself.
"Stop provoking the people, they’re young and influenced by what you say. Stop it," Ataman said, concluding the press conference.
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