Juancho Hernangomez expected to return in Game 5 vs. Maccabi / News - Basketnews.com

Ergin Ataman on Juancho Hernangomez's participation in Game 5: "He will be on the court."

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Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens forwardJuancho Hernangomez is expected to make his return to the court for Game 5 against Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv. He attended part of PAO's training on Sunday.

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"Juancho will be on the court tomorrow [Tuesday]," coach Ergin Ataman shared an update.

The 28-year-old returned to Greece on Friday from a hospital in Spain, where he was treated for severe symptoms of sinusitis and a muscle spasm in his left calf after Game 1. He was unable to play in the subsequent series games.

In his sole appearance in Game 1, he contributed 3 points, 9 rebounds, and 2 assists in a losing effort.

Throughout the season, Hernangomez has maintained averages of 4.1 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 5.9 PIR over 28 EuroLeague games.

The do-or-die Game 5 between PAO and Maccabi at OAKA Arena is scheduled for Tuesday at 20:15 CET.

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