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Rokas Jokubaitis will miss the EuroLeague Round 6 game against Panathinaikos Athens due to a left hip issue.

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FC Barcelona point guard Rokas Jokubaitis will miss the EuroLeague Round 6 game against Panathinaikos Athens on Friday night due to discomfort in his left hip, as officially announced by the Spanish team.

Points this season

49%84,4Points made:84,4Accuracy:49,0%Place in standings:4Record max:98Record min:64Best scorer:Nicolas LaprovittolaTeamEuroLeagueStatisticsSchedule

Jokubaitis, currently in his third season with Barca, has been an important player from the bench, averaging 6.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and 8.4 PIR in the EuroLeague.

The team's statement indicates that Jokubaitis' availability for the upcoming games will depend on his progress and recovery.

Adding to Barcelona's challenges, another guard, Nicolas Laprovittola, is also expected to be unavailable for tonight's game.

Barca, with four wins in five games, face PAO in the EuroLeague classic at Palau Blaugrana at 20:30 CET.

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