Now, let's dive right into the meat and potatoes of this EuroLeague playoff game 2 in a best-of-5 series. We've got Anadolu Efes off to visit Panathinaikos, and I tell ya, folks, this one is shaping up to be a doozy.
Anadolu Efes 's performance so far in this playoffs has been commendably fueled by players like Shane Larkin and Vincent Poirier, who have been raining 17 points per game on average. Their impressive rebounds of 7 and 8 on average, respectively, aren't statistics to skim over either. Add Elijah Bryant's 14 points to the mix, and you've got a team that wants you to know they mean business.
On the Panathinaikos end, the standout performer unquestionably has beenJuancho Hernangomez. Now this guy has been a revelation this playoff with a whopping 20 points per game and 16 rebounds per game on average. Then there's Kendrick Nunn, not only contributing 15 points per game but showing he's a team player with 5 assists per game in the playoffs.
Looking back, these two teams have had their fair share of showdowns. Panathinaikos seems to prevail, with the most recent victory against Anadolu Efes coming home at 87-83. Can't deny that it was a close shave though.
Currently, Panathinaikos holds a 1-0 lead in the playoff series. Anadolu Efes, sitting at the 6th position in Euroleague standings will want to bounce back against Panathinaikos, who are keeping themselves cozy at the 3rd spot.
Recent matches have shown positives for both sides, each showing they can take the heat on the court with strong performances.
And so, after putting everything into perspective with a dash of personal judgment, drumrolls please......
Albert’s Prediction: Panathinaikos by 7
