Olympiacos coach Bartzokas comments on Panathinaikos ahead of EuroLeague match

On March 5, 2026, Olympiacos head coach Georgios Bartzokas spoke during a media day session ahead of the EuroLeague game against Panathinaikos. The match is scheduled for March 6, 2026, at 21:15 as part of the 30th round. Bartzokas questioned the mindset of Panathinaikos, noting recent claims from the rival camp about their perceived certainty of winning the EuroLeague title. He pointed out the apparent contradiction of such confidence compared to the team's current pressure regarding their position in the standings. Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos reacted to these comments on Instagram, promising a response to the coach's remarks. This exchange has intensified the atmosphere surrounding the upcoming derby match between the two rivals.