Ergin Ataman previews Panathinaikos vs Monaco Euroleague play-in game

Panathinaikos head coach Ergin Ataman has described the upcoming Euroleague play-in game against Monaco, scheduled for April 21 at 21:00, as a final. The match is set to take place at the OAKA Arena, which is expected to be at full capacity. Ataman stated that his team is focused solely on this game rather than the Final Four, emphasizing that there is no room for a secondary plan. He acknowledged that Olympiacos performed as the best team during the regular season, but highlighted that all other teams in the middle of the table were closely matched. Regarding Monaco's roster, Ataman noted that he expects the opponent to play with a full squad rather than a limited rotation. He expressed confidence in his players' preparation for the intense competition. The coach also noted that despite finishing with a similar record to Monaco in the regular season, the team is fully committed to securing a direct path to the playoffs through this specific victory.