# Greek professional basketball developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greek-professional-basketball-developments
> Updated: 2026-09-18T11:56:32.000Z. Sources: 14. Developments: 2.

The Greek basketball landscape is seeing developments regarding domestic league scheduling and international ambitions. The Stoiximan Greek Basketball League (GBL) has released its 2026/27 season schedule, which is slated to begin in early October 2026 and conclude by mid-April 2027. The schedule highlights major matchups, including the ‘eternal derby’ between Panathinaikos and Olympiacos in January and March 2027.

Concurrently, PAOK is seeking to elevate its standing by aiming to join the EuroLeague for the 2027-28 season. Owner Telis Mistakidis has presented a formal proposal to Euroleague Basketball leadership, which includes plans to construct a new arena to satisfy infrastructure requirements. While PAOK is scheduled to compete in the BKT EuroCup for the 2026-27 season, the proposal seeks to make them the third Greek franchise in the EuroLeague.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: PAOK aims to join EuroLeague by 2027 season

PAOK owner Telis Mistakidis has presented a formal plan to join the EuroLeague by the 2027-28 season, featuring a proposal for a new arena and high-level meetings with league executives in Abu Dhabi.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paok-aims-to-join-euroleague-by-2027-season

### 2026-09-14: Greek Basketball League announces 2026/27 season schedule

ESAKE has released the 2026/27 Greek Basketball League schedule, featuring the first Panathinaikos-Olympiacos derby on January 3, 2027. The season begins October 3-4, 2026.

12 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/stoiximan-gbl-announces-2026-27-basketball-season-schedule

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