Panathinaikos are back to practice but face injury problems / News - Basketnews.com

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After yesterday's postponed game between Panathinaikos OPAP Athens andZalgiris Kaunas, the Greek powerhouse is back on track and preparing for the upcoming duel against Bitci Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz on Friday.

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OAKA indoor hall is open and PAO are having practices there again, while it was closed due to heavy snowstorm and for precautionary reasons at the beginning of the week.

This information was confirmed by coach Dimitris Priftis, who participated in the pre-game conference.

The Greek specialist stated: "We will do training together today and on Friday morning. We were inactive for several days. Moreover, we have some players, who are doubtful for tomorrow's match due to injuries.

Georgios Papagiannis and Daryl Macon will not play, while Howard Sant-Roos and Nemanja Nedovic have some minor problems," said Priftis.

According to the bench boss, Stefan Jovic is ready to make his Panathinaikos debut versus Baskonia.

"He will participate in the game, although it is a bit risky. I don't know how much time he will get but he is a valuable player for us. Though, his integration should be done gradually, not creating unnecessary issues," spoke the 53-year-old.

The Panathinaikos-Baskonia duel is scheduled for tomorrow at OAKA. The game starts at 20:00 CET.

The Greens are capturing 17th place in EuroLeague standings with 4 wins and 15 defeats.

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