Mathias Lessort cleared for return to basketball activities after injury

Panathinaikos center Mathias Lessort has been cleared by medical professionals to resume team training after a 14-month injury absence following a match against Baskonia. Lessort recently traveled to Italy to undergo a final evaluation by surgeon Niek van Dijk, who performed his original operation and confirmed his successful recovery. While the player has begun participating in group practices under coach Ergin Ataman, there are varying reports regarding his current fitness capacity. Internal team sources suggest that although Lessort is physically capable of playing for up to 25 minutes, his initial competitive appearances will likely be limited to 8-12 minutes per game. The coaching staff is currently working on tactical adjustments to integrate him back into the rotation. His return is considered a significant reinforcement for the team's frontcourt. Despite his long absence, training observations indicate he retains his characteristic playstyle.