Panathinaikos Dominates Real Madrid 85-70 at OAKA with Mitoglou and Grant Shining

In a standout performance led by Dinos Mitoglou and Jarell Eddie, Panathinaikos comfortably defeated Real Madrid 85-70 at OAKA in their 28th competitive game. This victory boosted their record to 18-10, securing third place in the standings and marking another significant step toward home-court advantage in the playoffs. Using strong defense, Panathinaikos kept Real Madrid’s scoring low throughout the match, maintaining a lead from start to finish without facing any serious threats. The Spanish team struggled once again in an away game, dropping to 14-14 and now faces a tough battle to secure playoff spots. Key contributors for Panathinaikos included Jerryd Grant (11 points, 9 assists, 3 rebounds) and Dinos Mitoglou (15 points, 9 rebounds). Additionally, Juancho Hernangomez provided valuable support with 12 points, 6 rebounds, and solid defensive plays. Tavares (16 points, 7 rebounds) and Deck (18 points, 8 rebounds) were bright spots for Real Madrid, but the team continues to face numerous competitive challenges, increasing the likelihood of missing the playoffs entirely. Throughout the game, Panathinaikos maintained control, extending their lead to as much as 15 points (48-33) before stabilizing in double digits during the final quarter.