Panathinaikos forces a fifth game in the Greek league finals after defeating Olympiacos
Panathinaikos defeated Olympiacos 93-86 in a double-overtime thriller during the fourth game of the Greek league finals. This victory leveled the series at 2-2, ensuring that the championship will be decided in a fifth and final game scheduled for Saturday, June 13, at 18:00. Throughout the high-stakes match, Panathinaikos managed to overcome the absence of several key players due to injury and the late-game disqualification of Kendrick Nunn. Earlier in the series, Olympiacos took a 2-1 lead with a 102-92 victory in Game 3, which was marked by significant controversy regarding officiating and a wide disparity in free throws. Panathinaikos management expressed strong dissatisfaction with the refereeing during the series. Both teams have now defended their home courts, leading to the decisive showdown at the Peace and Friendship Stadium (SEF).