Panathinaikos maintains undefeated record in EuroLeague after three rounds

Panathinaikos has achieved a perfect 3-0 start to their EuroLeague season, securing victories at the Telekom Center in Athens against Paris (91-72), Villeurbanne (102-79), and most recently Maccabi Tel Aviv (90-67) on October 2, 2026. Despite a challenging injury list throughout the week, coach Zeljko Obradovic managed the roster effectively, utilizing a deep rotation that saw consistent offensive contributions from players like Sylvain Francisco, Lefteris Mantzoukas, and Guerschon Yabusele.

The team faced significant setbacks, including a ten-day absence for Juancho Hernangomez due to a muscle spasm and continued injury absences for Kendrick Nunn, Kostas Sloukas, and Moustapha Fall. However, the club received a morale boost with the return of Nigel Hayes-Davis, who debuted against Maccabi after recovering from a metacarpal fracture, contributing 13 points in his first appearance. Nikos Rogkavopoulos also missed the match against Maccabi due to a last-minute muscle injury.

Following these results, Panathinaikos currently sits at the top of the EuroLeague standings alongside Fenerbahce, Valencia, and Partizan. The club is now preparing for upcoming fixtures, maintaining high performance levels despite the crowded schedule and ongoing health management of key personnel.