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Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens star Juancho Hernangomez talked about the team's ambitions for this season and his role within the squad.

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Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens and Juancho Hernangomez continued their easy breeze in the Greek Basketball League, downing Promitheas Patras with a score of 93-62.

Juan Hernangomez

Team:Panathinaikos AKTOR AthensPosition:PFAge:28Height:206 cmWeight:104 kgBirth place:Madrid, SpainProfileNewsStatistics

In his post-game remarks, Hernangomez talked about PAO's ambitions and his role within the Greek team.

"The opportunity was given to the other players to play as well. They played hard and very well," Hernangomez said about rotation players. "They have shown that they can help.We are not tired; we are ready, and we want to fight for the title, for us and for the fans," said Hernangomez at the end of the game.

As one of the most high-profile signings for PAO this year, returning from the NBA, Hernangomez is happy to be with the Greek powerhouse.

"I want to play as well as I can so that the team can win.I am grateful to play for Panathinaikos, especially at home."

In a season full of injuries, the Spanish big man is averaging 3.8 points and 3.5 rebounds in the EuroLeague. His numbers are better in the Greek Basketball League, where he has averages of 9.1 points and 5.9 rebounds.

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