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Panathinaikos rebuild: Obradović returns and roster updates

Overview

Panathinaikos is undergoing a massive structural overhaul, centered on the return of legendary head coach Željko Obradović on a three-year deal through 2029. To support him, the club has revamped its technical staff, including the return of Mike Batiste as an assistant coach and Dimitris Diamantidis in an administrative capacity. The club has assembled a high-budget roster featuring players such as Guerschon Yabusele, Sylvain Francisco, Moustapha Fall, Branko Banio, Isaac Bonga, and Mathias Lessort.

As the team commenced season preparations, captain Kostas Sloukas emphasized that winning titles is an “obligation” for the club. Following an initial EuroLeague season opener and a victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv, the team maintained momentum with a 92-74 victory over Fenerbahçe and a 72-55 win against Partizan Belgrade.

In recent developments, Juancho Hernangómez extended his contract through 2030, citing the club’s winning culture. However, the team has faced significant roster challenges due to injuries to Kendrick Nunn (meniscus tear) and Nigel Hayes-Davis (fractured metatarsal). Despite these absences, Panathinaikos secured a 91-72 victory over Paris in their EuroLeague opener.

Following a loss to PAOK in the Stoiximan Super Cup semifinal, owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos praised Obradović’s authenticity, calling him “THE GREATEST!”. The team has since maintained a strong EuroLeague campaign, securing a 85-79 win over Baskonia to move to a 6-1 record.

During this period, Panathinaikos football coach Jakob Nystrup attended a 90-67 victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv, praising the atmosphere and describing Obradović as a ‘great leader’. The team also achieved a 4-0 start to the season following a 92-74 win against Fenerbahçe, marking the first time the club has achieved such a start in nearly two decades. This success was bolstered by performances from Mathias Lessort, Nigel Hayes-Davis, and Sylvain Francisco.

Entities

Zeljko Obradovic · Panathinaikos · EuroLeague · Panathinaikos AKTOR · Dimitris Giannakopoulos

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"Maccabi Tel Aviv secured its first away victory of the season."

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"Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Valencia 88:91 in the sixth round of the EuroLeague" meridiansport.rs

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[DISPUTED] Maccabi Tel Aviv defeated Valencia 88:91 in the sixth round of the EuroLeague meridiansport.rs
[DISPUTED] Maccabi Tel Aviv secured its first away victory of the season.
[● 3 SOURCES] Gerson Yabusele stated his body is in very good condition following summer training.
[● 3 SOURCES] The first Panathinaikos training session included working on systems and shooting.
[● 3 SOURCES] The Marseille vs Olympiacos match is scheduled for 22:00.
[● 3 SOURCES] Rennes vs OFI is scheduled for 22:00.
[● 3 SOURCES] Panathinaikos vs Borac is scheduled for 19:45.
[● 3 SOURCES] Jimmy Clark scored 17 points for Maccabi Tel Aviv. meridiansport.rs
[● 3 SOURCES] Armani Brooks scored 14 points for Valencia. meridiansport.rs
[● 3 SOURCES] Gonzalo Corbalan scored 14 points for Valencia. meridiansport.rs
[● 2 SOURCES] Željko Obradović aims to re-establish the specific culture and values of Panathinaikos.
[● 2 SOURCES] Seven players are currently absent due to national team commitments.

Timeline

3 days ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Euroleague Round 7 results feature Panathinaikos and Fenerbahce wins
Euroleague Round 7 saw Panathinaikos and Fenerbahce move to 6-1 records, while Valencia and Zalgiris secured notable victories.
13 days ago

[SPORTS] 19 sources
EuroLeague Round 6: Panathinaikos and Olympiacos face key matchups
EuroLeague Round 6 sees Panathinaikos aim for a 6-0 start against Hapoel Tel Aviv, while Olympiacos faces Barcelona in Spain.
19 days ago

[SPORTS] 23 sources
Panathinaikos defeats Fenerbahçe 92-74 to remain undefeated in EuroLeague
Panathinaikos defeated Fenerbahçe 92-74 to maintain a perfect 4-0 EuroLeague start, led by 19 points each from Mathias Lessort and Nigel Hayes-Davis.
23 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Jakob Nystrup praises Zeljko Obradovic and Panathinaikos atmosphere
Panathinaikos football coach Jakob Nystrup praised the club's atmosphere and called basketball coach Zeljko Obradovic a ‘great leader’ after attending a Euroleague victory.
30 days ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Dimitris Giannakopoulos praises Zeljko Obradovic after Panathinaikos loss
Dimitris Giannakopoulos praised coach Zeljko Obradovic after Panathinaikos lost 84-82 to PAOK in the Stoiximan Super Cup semifinal.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 38 sources
Panathinaikos dominates Paris in EuroLeague opener
Panathinaikos defeated Paris 91-72 in their EuroLeague opener, marking Željko Obradović's return. Valencia also secured a narrow 96-94 away win against Beşiktaş.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 16 sources
Panathinaikos enters new era with Zeljko Obradovic's return
Panathinaikos marks a new era with Zeljko Obradovic returning as head coach, supported by a high-budget roster and assistant Mike Batiste as they target EuroLeague dominance.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 20 sources
Zeljko Obradovic discusses Panathinaikos progress after tournament win
Following Panathinaikos' win over PAOK in the Pavlos Giannakopoulos Tournament, Zeljko Obradovic and Mathias Lessort discussed the team's preparation and the transition to a new coaching era.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Gerson Yabusele discusses joining Panathinaikos
Gerson Yabusele discusses his move to Panathinaikos, citing the elite roster, playing with friends, and coach Zeljko Obradovic as primary reasons for his return to the EuroLeague.
about 1 month ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Željko Obradović addresses Panathinaikos preparation and EuroLeague challenges
Panathinaikos coach Željko Obradović highlighted injury concerns and limited training time ahead of the EuroLeague season, while emphasizing team unity and his upcoming return to Belgrade.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos and AEK face off at Rhodes International Tournament
Panathinaikos AKTOR and AEK face off in the Rhodes International Tournament, marking Željko Obradović’s return to the Panathinaikos bench and debuting several new players.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Branco Diop discusses joining Panathinaikos
New Panathinaikos player Branco Diop praised the team's professionalism and his ongoing discussions with coach Zeljko Obradovic to understand his role.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Zeljko Obradovic's return to Panathinaikos draws praise from basketball figures
Coaches and players, including Dimitris Itoudis and Aleksa Avramovic, have praised Zeljko Obradovic’s return to Panathinaikos and discussed his profound impact on European basketball.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Gerson Yambele discusses joining Panathinaikos AKTOR
Panathinaikos AKTOR player Gerson Yambele discusses his return to the EuroLeague, his signing process with Zeljko Obradovic, and his connection with teammates like Mathias Lessort.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos BC begins preseason training under Zeljko Obradovic
Panathinaikos BC has begun preseason training under Zeljko Obradovic, marking the coach's return to the bench after more than 5,000 days.
about 2 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Panathinaikos faces roster challenges and coaching shifts
Panathinaikos faces roster challenges under Zeljko Obradovic, focusing on individual training amid injuries to Kendrick Nunn and Nigel Hayes-Davis, while the Milos Pantovic transfer to Jagiellonia has collapsed
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
Juancho Hernangómez extends contract with Panathinaikos AKTOR
Juancho Hernangómez has extended his contract with Panathinaikos AKTOR through 2030, citing the club's winning culture and the opportunity to work under legendary coach Zeljko Obradovic.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 23 sources
Panathinaikos AKTOR begins season preparations under Željko Obradović
Panathinaikos AKTOR has begun season preparations under coach Željko Obradović, with players and staff emphasizing team unity and the obligation to win titles.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Mike Batist returns to Panathinaikos as assistant coach
EuroLeague legend Mike Batist returns to Panathinaikos as an assistant coach under Željko Obradović, reflecting on his history with the club and his professional bond with the head coach.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Mike Batiste joins Panathinaikos coaching staff
Former Panathinaikos player Mike Batiste has returned to Athens to join Zeljko Obradovic’s coaching staff, aiming to help the club secure more titles.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Mike Batiste returns to Panathinaikos as assistant coach
Former Panathinaikos player Mike Batiste has returned to the club on a three-year deal to serve as an assistant coach under Zeljko Obradovic.
2 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Zeljko Obradovic returns to Panathinaikos
Zeljko Obradovic returns to Panathinaikos, sparking discussions on his demanding coaching style and the team's new roster additions as they prepare for the EuroLeague season.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Panathinaikos ends contract with coach Christos Serelis
Panathinaikos announced the departure of coach Christos Serelis after 3.5 years, thanking him and noting Zeljko Obradovic will take over as head coach.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 17 sources
Cedi Osman signs three‑year deal with Greek club PAOK
Cedi Osman signs a three‑year contract with PAOK, launches a fan‑filled presentation and vows to help the club win the Greek league and European titles.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Panathinaikos President Giannakopoulos Responds to Fan Comments on Budget and Player Departures
Panathinaikos president Giannakopoulos told fans on Instagram that a €63 million budget was unsustainable, so the club cut spending to €60 million and explained the departures of Osman and Toliopoulos, urging a
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Nikola Ivanović joins Galatasaray, Čedi Osman moves to PAOK
Montenegrin guard Nikola Ivanović signs with Galatasaray and Turkish forward Čedi Osman joins Greek club PAOK, highlighting key player movements in European basketball.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 14 sources
Cedi Osman signs with PAOK after emotional Panathinaikos farewell
Cedi Osman joins PAOK, posts emotional farewell to Panathinaikos, thanking fans and noting a strong two‑year bond.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos announces signing of forward Gershon Yambusele
Gershon Yambusele tours Panathinaikos' new arena, cites club ambition, fans and coach Zeljko Obradovic as reasons for signing, and looks forward to contributing under coach Mike Batiste.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos coach Zeljko Obradovic returns, meets Diamentidis on Paros
Zeljko Obradovic returns to Panathinaikos, lauds improved facilities and fan support, and meets club legend Dimitris Diamentidis on Paros during a summer break.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
Gordon Yabusele arrives in Athens to join Panathinaikos AKTOR
Gordon Yabusele landed in Athens on July 16, greeted fans, and signed a three‑year deal with Panathinaikos AKTOR after leaving the NBA.
3 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Željko Obradović reaffirms Panathinaikos family ethos amid new signings and player refusals
Željko Obradović returns to Panathinaikos, stresses a family‑first philosophy, welcomes new signings and notes Riki Rubio’s rejection of a €900k offer.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Rick Pitino hails Zeljko Obradović’s return to Panathinaikos
Rick Pitino praised Zeljko Obradović’s return to Panathinaikos, calling him demanding yet respected and noting his five European titles.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 11 sources
Mike Batist hired as assistant coach by Panathinaikos
Panathinaikos signed former star Mike Batist as assistant coach on a three‑year deal, reuniting him with head coach Zeljko Obradović.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 22 sources
PAOK signs Cedi Osman from Panathinaikos in €9 million, €2 million buyout deal
PAOK secures Cedi Osman from Panathinaikos on a €9 million three‑year deal, paying a €2 million buy‑out, aiming to boost its EuroCup and EuroLeague ambitions.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos' Youth Transfers and Roster Debate Mark New Season
Panathinaikos promotes three youth players to new clubs while officials question how Nikola Jokic could fit into an already stacked roster.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 23 sources
Panathinaikos signs French forward Guerschon Yabusele to three‑year, €12 m contract
Panathinaikos has signed French forward Guerschon Yabusele to a three‑year, €12 m contract, making him one of Europe’s highest‑paid players and bolstering their EuroLeague roster.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
Panathinaikos AKTOR signs French NBA veteran Gerard Jambusele
Panathinaikos AKTOR signs French NBA forward Gerard Jambusele to a three‑year, €12 million contract, adding veteran frontcourt depth.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Dimitris Diamantidis returns to Panathinaikos basketball club
Dimitris Diamantidis returns to Panathinaikos as an administrator, reuniting with coach Zeljko Obradović and owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos, and says he feels like he’s home.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Zeljko Obradovic discusses Panathinaikos coaching outlook at EuroLeague congress
Zeljko Obradovic reaffirmed his commitment to Panathinaikos at the EuroLeague coaches congress, discussed recent coaching departures of Ataman and Scariolo, and outlined plans for team strengthening.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Obradović coaches outline ambitions for Hapoel Jerusalem and Panathinaikos
Saša Obradović praised Hapoel Jerusalem's strong EuroLeague season, while Željko Obradović detailed Panathinaikos' staffing plans and potential signings ahead of the new campaign.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Željko Obradović returns to Panathinaikos, adds former NBA assistant Mike Batiste
Željko Obradović returns to Panathinaikos, thanking the owner and bringing former NBA assistant Mike Batiste onto the coaching staff.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Mike Batiste returns to Panathinaikos as assistant coach
Mike Batiste returns to Greek club Panathinaikos as an assistant coach under Zeljko Obradovic, signing a three‑year deal; the former NBA assistant and club legend previously won multiple titles with the team.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Mike Batiste returns to Panathinaikos as assistant coach on three‑year deal
Mike Batiste will rejoin Panathinaikos as an assistant coach for three years under Zeljko Obradović, after a career that includes EuroLeague titles and NBA assistant roles.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 9 sources
Mike Batiste returns to Panathinaikos as assistant coach under Zeljko Obradovic
Mike Batiste returns to Panathinaikos as a three‑year assistant coach under Zeljko Obradović, bringing NBA experience to the Greek club.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos coach Zeljko Obradović outlines preseason plan and recalls key former players
Coach Zeljko Obradović detailed Panathinaikos' 32‑day preseason schedule and praised players Ataman, Slouka, Lesor and Nan, while reminiscing about former stars Bodiroga, Batiste, Diamantidis, Ounto and Bogdan
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos eyes NBA forward Trey Lyles for EuroLeague roster
Panathinaikos is negotiating a two‑year deal with NBA‑experienced forward Trey Lyles while finalising other signings, aiming to boost its EuroLeague roster.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Cedi Osman draws interest from three Turkish EuroLeague clubs despite Panathinaikos contract
Turkish clubs Bahcesehir, Anadolu Efes and Fenerbahce are reportedly interested in Panathinaikos forward Cedi Osman, who is under contract until 2027; a transfer would need compensation.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Jetti Osman in talks with three Turkish EuroLeague clubs as Panathinaikos resists transfer
Jetti Osman, under contract with Panathinaikos, is in talks with three Turkish EuroLeague clubs—including Bahçeşehir—while the Greek team says it will not permit a transfer.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Zeljko Obradovic returns as head coach of Panathinaikos basketball
Zeljko Obradovic returns as Panathinaikos head coach, receiving praise from Greek basketball figures and highlighting his ties to mentor Dušan Ivković.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos plans three final transfers for upcoming season
Panathinaikos, under coach Zeljko Obradović, seeks three additional players—a creative guard, an athletic forward, and a tall perimeter shooter—to reach a 16‑man squad for EuroLeague and domestic play.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 7 sources
Željko Obradović leads Panathinaikos quest for Branko Badio and Djole Bolomboj
Željko Obradović, back at Panathinaikos, eyes Senegalese forward Branko Badio and centre Djole Bolomboj to rebuild the EuroLeague roster.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos welcomes back coach Zeljko Obradovic
Coach Zeljko Obradovic returns to Panathinaikos, sparking player optimism and ambitions for EuroLeague success.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Zeljko Obradovic central to Panathinaikos coaching talks
Zeljko Obradovic’s mentorship of Mike Batiste and upcoming roster plans were discussed in Greek media, highlighting his influence on Panathinaikos and future transfer moves.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Zeljko Obradovic returns to coach Panathinaikos, plans EuroLeague overhaul
Zeljko Obradovic returns to Panathinaikos, aiming to rebuild the roster for EuroLeague success with targets like Trey Lyles and Dennis Schröder.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Zeljko Obradovic signs three‑year deal to return as Panathinaikos head coach
Zeljko Obradovic returns to Panathinaikos on a three‑year deal, with a fan‑filled signing ceremony in Istanbul and promises to build on his record five EuroLeague titles.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 4 sources
Zeljko Obradovic returns as Panathinaikos head coach
Zeljko Obradovic returns to coach Panathinaikos after 14 years, signing through 2029; fans turned out in thousands for the T‑Center presentation and a commemorative T‑shirt was released.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 24 sources
Željko Obradović returns to Panathinaikos as head coach
Željko Obradović signs a three‑year deal to return as Panathinaikos head coach, bringing nine EuroLeague titles and a historic legacy back to the Greek club.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Zeljko Obradovic signs three‑year €10.5 million deal to return to Panathinaikos
Zeljko Obradovic is slated to sign a €10.5 million three‑year contract to return as head coach of Panathinaikos, with reports of former players Mike Batiste and Dimitris Diamantidis joining his staff.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 52 sources
Zeljko Obradovic returns to coach Panathinaikos after 14‑year hiatus
Zeljko Obradović returns to Panathinaikos on a three‑year, €4 million‑per‑year contract, aiming to restore the club’s European dominance after a 14‑year gap.
4 months ago

[SPORTS] 18 sources
Zeljko Obradovic poised to return as Panathinaikos head coach
Zeljko Obradovic is in Athens for final talks with Panathinaikos, with a three‑year €10.5 million deal expected, potentially making him Europe’s highest‑paid coach.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Panathinaikos offers €10 million to rehire coach Zeljko Obradovic
Panathinaikos has allegedly offered €10 million over two years to rehire legendary Serbian coach Zeljko Obradovic, a potential record deal in European basketball.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Greek basketball giants Olympiacos and Panathinaikos target domestic championship
Olympiacos and Panathinaikos coaches stress focus on winning the Greek league title, with Olympiacos eyeing a second trophy and Panathinaikos aiming to reclaim the crown amid player injuries.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 5 sources
Panathinaikos AKTOR chief Dimitris Giannakopoulos demands championship ahead of league finals
Panathinaikos AKTOR president Dimitris Giannakopoulos visited training, criticized recent performances and demanded the team win the Greek league title in the upcoming finals against Olympiacos.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Panathinaikos guard Kostas Sloukas sits out second AKTOR semifinal game as precaution
Kostas Sloukas starred in Panathinaikos’ win over PAOK but was rested for the second AKTOR semifinal game to safeguard his health after recent surgery.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Željko Obradović weighs return to Panathinaikos amid coaching dispute
Željko Obradović may return to Panathinaikos, but talks are paused until current coach Ergin Ataman is out.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Panathinaikos owner Giannakopoulos demands police apology over EuroLeague Final Four security failures
Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos demanded a police apology after ticket checks and security failed at the EuroLeague Final Four in Athens, citing overcrowding and unequal treatment.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Željko Obradović Rumored to Return as Panathinaikos Head Coach
Željko Obradović is being considered for a comeback as Panathinaikos head coach after a season of under‑performance.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 3 sources
Panathinaikos Coach Ergin Ataman Rebuts Hapoel IBI President Ofer Yannay
Panathinaikos coach Ergin Ataman rebuked Hapoel IBI president Ofer Yannay over disrespectful remarks during a EuroLeague press conference.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 2 sources
Ergin Ataman clashes with Hapoel Tel Aviv owner over EuroLeague remarks
EuroLeague coach Ergin Ataman and Hapoel Tel Aviv owner Ofer Janaj trade insults after Panathinaikos’ elimination.
5 months ago

[SPORTS] 6 sources
Panathinaikos coach Ergin Ataman says he'll quit if president's trust ends
Panathinaikos coach Ergin Ataman says he'll resign if president Giannakopoulos loses trust, after recent loss and Sloukas injury.

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