Georgios Papagiannis is back on track / News - Basketnews.com

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Dimitris Priftis stressed that Panathinaikos OPAP Athens are making progress, despite the limited options available on the roster, via SDNA.gr.

Georgios Papagiannis

MIN:27.43PTS:9.39 (63.01%)REB:7.94As:0.61ST:0.5BL:1.5TO:1.11GM:18ProfileEuroLeague2021/2022

"It is a difficult situation, but we manage it. Papagiannis returns, however, we lose Ioannis Papapetrou for a while. Obviously, Papagiannis' return needs to be managed carefully, as well as the use of Jovic," spoke Priftis before the upcoming EuroLeague game against AS Monaco.

According to the head coach, Daryl Macon remains questionable.

On January 19, PAO announced that Georgios Papagiannis will be sidelined due to a strain without the exact date for his return.

The 24-year-old Greek big man is averaging 9.4 points, 7.9 rebounds (1st in the EuroLeague), 1.5 blocks (2nd), and 15.6 PIR (10th) over 18 EuroLeague games this season.

Yesterday, it was known that team captain Ioannis Papepetrou will have surgery on Monday (today).

The 27-year-old continues to suffer from the sinuses problem, which makes it very difficult for him to breathe. His recovery will last for two or three weeks.

Papapetrou is posting 10.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, 2.3 assists, and 9.5 PIR in 19 EuroLeague matches.

PAO are capturing the 17th spot in the EuroLeague table with 5 victories and 15 setbacks. The double week is awaiting them. Tomorrow, at 20:00, the Greens will meet Monaco at home, while they will play an away game against FC Barcelona on Thursday.

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