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A one-sided matchup saw Panathinaikos comfortably outplay Virtus Bologna, who showed determination but lacked the depth to compete. At the packed OAKA Arena in Athens, the game remained close only in the early stages, with the home side leading 54-42 at halftime. Segafredo Bologna had flashes of brilliance, particularly from Will Clyburn, who delivered 25 points, 5 assists, and 4 rebounds. However, the absence of key players Shengelia and Zizic left a glaring hole in the paint, allowing center Omer Yurtseven to shine with 27 points.
The first half was highlighted by a thrilling three-point shootout. Clyburn racked up 19 points in the first 14 minutes, while Belinelli's seventh triple tied the game at 38. Yet Bologna’s momentum faded, and Panathinaikos took control with a lethal combination of interior scoring and 17 assists before the break.
In the third quarter, Virtus showed signs of life, cutting the deficit to 10 points thanks to Diouf’s effective play and Clyburn’s relentless drives. However, defensive lapses continued, giving Yurtseven the freedom to dominate the paint, while Nunn sealed the deal with three back-to-back three-pointers.
Despite the 94-73 final scoreline, Virtus showed resilience, with Pajola steady in playmaking and Akele providing energy off the bench. Still, the absence of their starting big men proved too costly, leaving the defense vulnerable.
