How did Panathinaikos control the game against Spartak Subotica?
Panathinaikos established control after the opening ten minutes by tightening its defense and converting open three-point attempts. The team finished with 16 made three-pointers out of 39 attempts, a shooting rate that created separation once the second quarter began. Spartak Subotica stayed within striking distance early but could not match the sustained defensive pressure applied by the Greek club. The final margin of 18 points reflected Panathinaikos’s ability to respond whenever the Serbian side cut the deficit. Quarter scores of 25-21, 44-33, 60-47 and 77-59 show that the largest leads occurred in the second half after Panathinaikos regained momentum following each Serbian run. The 16-of-39 three-point shooting gave the Greek team consistent spacing that Spartak Subotica could not replicate. Defensive stops in the second and third periods repeatedly turned into transition opportunities, and the Greek side maintained its advantage without major resistance once the lead reached double digits.
The distribution of scoring and the efficiency from beyond the arc allowed Panathinaikos to dictate tempo. Whenever Spartak Subotica mounted a brief surge, the response came through perimeter shooting and patient half-court sets. This pattern repeated across the final three quarters and produced the comfortable margin at the final buzzer. Francisco and Yabusele combined for 25 points while the rest of the roster contributed balanced scoring that prevented any single player from being targeted defensively. The Greek side used the three-point volume to stretch the floor, forcing Spartak Subotica to guard the perimeter and opening driving lanes for players such as Baldio and Bonga.
What happened quarter by quarter?
The first quarter stayed tight. Spartak Subotica matched the pace set by Panathinaikos and trailed by only two points at 25-21 after Bonga’s basket. Both teams traded baskets and the Serbian club limited turnovers while contesting shots at the rim. The score reached 25-21 at the end of the period. In the second quarter Panathinaikos increased defensive intensity. Francisco and Baldio led the scoring surge that produced an 11-point halftime lead of 44-33. The quarter featured patient offense and several transition opportunities created by defensive stops. Spartak Subotica could not keep pace with the improved Greek defense.
Spartak Subotica opened the third quarter with renewed energy and reduced the margin to two points. Panathinaikos answered with a run that restored a 13-point advantage by the end of the period at 60-47. The response prevented any sustained Serbian comeback and re-established control. The fourth quarter became largely procedural. Yabusele and Kalaitzakis each made two three-pointers, and Moraitis added points to push the lead past 20. The final score settled at 77-59 after the Greek side maintained its advantage without major resistance. The quarter-by-quarter progression shows Panathinaikos extending its lead in every period after the first, with the biggest separation coming after halftime adjustments.
Which players stood out for Panathinaikos?
Francisco led all scorers with 13 points on 3-of-5 three-point shooting. Yabusele followed with 12 points, including three three-pointers. Bonga contributed nine points while shooting efficiently inside the arc. Baldio added eight points, and Kalaitzakis finished with six points and two three-pointers. Mantzoukas scored eight points. Grant scored six points. Hernangomez scored seven points. Mitoglou scored five points. Moraitis scored three points. The distribution across the roster allowed Panathinaikos to maintain spacing even when starters rested. Every player who saw action contributed to the final tally, with no single player needing to carry an excessive load. The box score shows balanced contributions from the perimeter and the interior, and the team recorded no zero-point performances among the ten players who appeared. Francisco and Yabusele were the only double-figure scorers, yet the supporting cast ensured the offense remained fluid throughout all four quarters.
How did the shooting and rebounding stats shape the outcome?
The 16-of-39 three-point performance gave Panathinaikos a decisive edge in floor spacing. The volume of attempts indicates an offensive plan built around perimeter shooting once the defense collapsed on drives. Spartak Subotica recorded no comparable long-range production in the box score.
Frequently asked questions
Where was the tournament held?
The international friendly tournament took place at the Kallithea indoor arena in Rhodes, Greece.
Who coached Panathinaikos?
Zeljko Obradovic served as head coach for the match.
What was the previous result for Panathinaikos?
Panathinaikos defeated AEK 78-56 on the opening day of the tournament.
Which players scored in double figures?
Francisco with 13 points and Yabusele with 12 points were the only players to reach double figures for Panathinaikos.
What were the quarter scores?
The quarters finished 25-21, 44-33, 60-47 and 77-59.
