EuroLeague: Maccabi upset PAO, Real defeat Baskonia / News - Basketnews.com

EuroLeague Playoffs began today with two matchups: Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens-Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv and Real Madrid-Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz.

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EuroLeague excitement continued today with the commencement of the Playoffs.

The night began with a surprise as Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens was unable to stop Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv in the OAKA Arena. Maccabi trailed for a long time after the first quarter but managed to recuperate and stun the Greek team in the opening game of the Playoffs.

Then, Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz was blown out by Real Madrid after failing to keep up with the royalty team's offensive tempo throughout the game. Chus Mateo's students made effective use of fast breaks and transition plays that Baskonia was not able to respond to.

All EuroLeague matches are broadcast onEuroLeague TV.

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Real Madrid 90-74 Baskonia

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Panathinaikos 87-91 Maccabi

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