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Ioannis Papapetrou, recovering from a left knee problem since mid-October, is expected to make a comeback after the EuroLeague Round 21 game against AS Monaco.

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Panathinaikos Athens forward Ioannis Papapetrou, sidelined since mid-October due to a left knee problem, is on track for a return to the court in the very near future.

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Coach Ergin Ataman provided this optimistic update ahead of the EuroLeague Round 21 home game against AS Monaco scheduled for Thursday at 20:15 CET. Ataman stated that Papapetrou should be ready to play after this upcoming match.

"No," Ataman responded negatively, stating that there are no fresh injury concerns besides Luca Vildoza and Ioannis Papapetrou, via SDNA. "Of course, everyone is tired. We spent a lot of energy. But the same goes for the other teams. Monaco played yesterday and had a trip today. So far, we don't have any new injury issues. I hope that after this game, Papapetrou will return to the team."

Papapetrou's absence stems from a left knee problem that required surgery. The issue was aggravated during his participation in the FIBA World Cup 2023.

The 29-year-old Greek player managed to play in one EuroLeague game this season. In a 78-71 victory against FC Bayern Munich, he contributed 8 points, 4 rebounds, and 10 PIR during 24 minutes of action.

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