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Kostas Papanikolaou will be available in a crucial Game 5 against Fenerbahce after taking part in practice on Monday.

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Olympiacos Piraeus forward Kostas Papanikolaou will be available for the crucial Game 5 against Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul.

Papanikolaou took part in Monday's practice and is available for Tuesday's game.

The 32-year-old missed Sunday's practice due to flu and was considered questionable for Game 5.

Papanikolaou averages 8.4 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists, and 9.8 PIR over 35 EuroLeague appearances this season.

All other Olympiacos players are considered healthy.

According to information from the Greek club, tickets to Game 5 weresold out in 9 minutes.

Last year, Game 5 in the Peace and Friendship Stadium attracted worldwide attention as NBA superstarKevin Durantand actress Emma Stone visited the venue and witnessed Olympiacos edge out a win againstAS Monaco.

This year, Fenerbahce have a chance to become the first team to win Game 5 away from home. It is a feat that has never been done before since the new format was introduced back in 2016.

Game 5 between Olympiacos and Fenerbahce is scheduled for Tuesday, May 9th, at 20:30 CET.

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