Kostas Sloukas ruled out against Bayern in EuroLeague Round 2 / News - Basketnews.com

Panathinaikos Athens face an injury blow as star guard Kostas Sloukas sits out due to a calf contusion, raising questions about his swift return to the lineup.

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Panathinaikos Athens will face FC Bayern Munich in EuroLeague Round 2 without veteran guard Kostas Sloukas, as per the official team information.

Sloukas is sidelined due to a light contusion below his left calf, revealed through an MRI.

Currently undergoing treatment, his condition will be assessed daily.

The 33-year-old is also expected to miss the Greek league game against Peristeri on Sunday, and there are doubts about his availability for the EuroLeague double-week on Oct. 17 against Fenerbahce and Oct. 20 versus Maccabi.

Despite a stellar 20-point performance in his debut EuroLeague game for PAO against Olympiacos Piraeus last week, Panathinaikos faced a setback, losing 78-88 in overtime.

Sloukas' absence adds a challenge for the upcoming game against Bayern at OAKA Arena, scheduled for Thursday at 20:15 CEST.

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