Name: Magic Moment: Justin Smith finishes in style!
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Chachashvili finds the cutting Justin Smith who finishes underneath nicely

 Magic Moment: Justin Smith finishes in style! 

 Chachashvili finds the cutting Justin Smith who finishes underneath nicely

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Welcome to the preseason edition of the EuroLeague Power Rankings. The following list is the brainchild of EuroLeague.net's team of experts, which is made up of Geoff Gillingham, Javier Gancedo, Frankie Sachs and Igor Petrinovic.

Power Rankings: The state of play entering Round 1

Welcome to the preseason edition of the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Power Rankings. The following list is the brainchild of [EuroLeague.net](http://EuroLeague.net)'s team of experts, which is made up of Geoff Gillingham, Javier Gancedo, Frankie Sachs and Igor Petrinovic.

Next to each team are two numbers, the first representing the highest rank on any individual ballot and the second representing the lowest.  

### 1. Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens (1-1)

Year 1 of the Ergin Ataman era at OAKA couldn’t have gone better, but year 2 could be just as fruitful. Panathinaikos looks even stronger than it did last season after bringing in All-EuroLeague guard [Lorenzo Brown](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/lorenzo-brown/009622/), as well as [Cedi Osman](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/cedi-osman/004088/) and [Omer Yurtseven](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/omer-yurtseven/005353/) from the NBA, while last year’s key contributors have all returned. Coach Ataman’s prophecy of going back-to-back (again) could become a reality in 2024-25.

### 2. Olympiacos Piraeus (2-2)

Take a Final Four team. Bring back 10 of its top 11 performers. Add the 2022-23 MVP ([Sasha Vezenkov](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/sasha-vezenkov/003469/)), a reigning champion ([Luca Vildoza](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/luca-vildoza/007947/)), a pair of top-tier scoring threats ([Tyler Dorsey](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/tyler-dorsey/009849/) and [Evan Fournier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/olympiacos-adds-star-guard-evan-fournier-to-backcourt/)) and an All-EuroLeague candidate who will join the team later in the season ([Keenan Evans](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/keenan-evans/011218/)). The result? A championship contender.

### 3. Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul (3-4)

When Saras Jasikevicius took charge of Fenerbahce midway through last season, he had to make do with a roster that was built for his predecessor, Dimitris Itoudis. The Lithuanian play-caller has made sure to put his fingerprints on Fenerbahce’s squad this past summer, bringing in elite-level players in [Wade Baldwin](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/wade-baldwin-iv/009863/), [Bonzie Colson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/bonzie-colson/009783/) and [Nicolo Melli](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/nicolo-melli/002849/) to join an already talented group. Fenerbahce should be a lot of fun this year.

### 4. Real Madrid (3-5)

Simply put, Real Madrid can never be counted out. Three straight appearances in the championship game say everything you need to know about the competitiveness of this club. With [Facu Campazzo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/facundo-campazzo/005928/) dishing the rock, [Dzanan Musa](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/dzanan-musa/006540/) and [Mario Hezonja](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/dzanan-musa/006540/) wreaking havoc on the offensive end, and [Walter Tavares](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/walter-tavares/005791/) patrolling the paint alongside new addition [Serge Ibaka](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/serge-ibaka/003583/), *Los Blancos* remain a strong contender to make the Final Four. 

### 5. FC Barcelona (5-7)

As Forrest Gump put it, “life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get.” That same sentiment could easily apply to the 2024-25 version of Barcelona, which is entering a new era after a summer of change. Now led by head coach Joan Penarroya and with five new signings, including [Kevin Punter](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/barcelona-adds-scoring-threat-in-kevin-punter/), [Chimezie Metu](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/chimezie-metu-joins-fc-barcelona/) and [Juan Nunez](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/barcelona-makes-juan-nunez-its-playmaker-of-the-future/), the *Azulgrana* should be must-watch TV. But will it result in a dominant record?

### 6. AS Monaco (4-8)

Any team with [Mike James](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/mike-james/005985/) needs to be treated seriously. The 2023-24 EuroLeague MVP enters the new season as the best player in the league, but Monaco’s roster construction certainly raises a few questions. There is an overload of backcourt players, including new arrivals [Furkan Korkmaz](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/furkan-korkmaz/005763/) and [Juhann Begarin](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/monaco-basket-tabs-top-french-talent-juhann-begarin/), and a center rotation that causes some doubts. Yet, Monaco still has plenty of talent in its squad, making it a threat.

### 7. Anadolu Efes Istanbul (5-8)

For years, [Shane Larkin](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/shane-larkin/007200/) has led one of the best backcourts in the league. Now Efes has a new-look frontcourt led by 2023 champion [Vincent Poirier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/vincent-poirier/004887/) and EuroLeague newcomers [Stanley Johnson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/stanley-johnson/013364/) and [Jordan Nwora](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/jordan-nwora/013363/). Head coach Tomislav Mijatovic seems to have the right mix of depth, experience and talent to make a run at the Final Four.

### 8. EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (5-9)

Many of us have been burned by Milan over the last few years. Each summer it looks as if Ettore Messina’s men are primed to fight for a Final Four spot, having last made it in 2021, but it hasn’t even made the playoffs in each of the last two seasons. Still, any roster that can boast [Nikola Mirotic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/nikola-mirotic/000796/), [Shavon Shields](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/shavon-shields/007831/), [Zach LeDay](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/zach-leday/008987/) and [Josh Nebo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/josh-nebo/011199/) needs to be taken seriously. Very seriously.

### 9. Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade (8-13)

The winningest coach in EuroLeague history, Zeljko Obradovic, leads a team that is almost entirely rebuilt with young and talented players. Having a handful of EuroLeague newcomers ([Carlik Jones](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/carlik-jones/013369/), [Duane Washington](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/duane-washington/013370/), [Isiaha Mike](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/isiaha-mike/011836/), [Arijan Lakic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/arijan-lakic/007736/)) and a few others with only limited EuroLeague experience ([Frank Ntilikina](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/frank-ntilikina/006591/), [Aleksej Pokusevski](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/aleksej-pokusevski/008232/)) presents a challenge, but the upside is there.

### 10. Virtus Segafredo Bologna (10-12)

Last season Virtus started the season on fire but faded late, eventually reaching the Play-In Showdown before its season came to an end. Coach Luca Banchi returns many of last season's stars, including [Toko Shengalia](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/tornike-shengelia/001133/), [Isaia Cordinier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/isaia-cordinier/009549/), [Marco Belinelli](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/marco-belinelli/bcn/), [Daniel Hackett](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/daniel-hackett/001844/) and [Ante Zizic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/ante-zizic/004554/). The additions of [Rayjon Tucker](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/rayjon-tucker/012591/) and [Matt Morgan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/matthew-morgan/012585/) to the backcourt and [Will Clyburn](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/virtus-unveils-roster-with-will-clyburn-among-new-six-faces/) at forward should have Virtus knocking on the playoff door again.

### 11. Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz (9-15)

Coach Pablo Laso returns to his boyhood club, eager to get Baskonia back into the playoffs for the second straight year. The trio of [Markus Howard](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/markus-howard/011948/), [Chima Moneke](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/chima-moneke/012201/) and [Tadas Sedekerskis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/tadas-sedekerskis/007230/) form the core of returning stars, while [Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/timothe-luwawu-cabarrot/012080/), [Donta Hall](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/donta-hall/011196/), [Trent Forrest](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/landon-trent-forrest/013367/) and [Kamar Baldwin](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/kamar-baldwin/012597/) should all fit nicely into Laso's plans. If it all comes together, Baskonia should be fun to watch as it fights to finish the regular season among the top 10.   

### 12. Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade (9-16)

Zvezda has one of its deepest squads ever and head coach Ioannis Sfairopoulos can use that to his advantage with his physical defensive preferences. The key offseason additions include [Codi Miller-McIntyre](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/codi-miller-mcintyre/009048/), [Mike Daum](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/mike-daum/012786/) and [Isaiah Canaan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/isaiah-canaan/010612/), while [Nikola Kalinic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nikola-kalinic/004866/) and [Ognjen Dobric](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/ognjen-dobric/004007/) return home. Will [Milos Teodosic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/milos-teodosic/jdr/), [Nemanja Nedovic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nemanja-nedovic/000848/) and [Rokas Giedraitis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/rokas-giedraitis/006436/) pack enough scoring touch to push Zvezda into the playoffs? That is the question.

### 13. Zalgiris Kaunas (10-16)

Coach Andrea Trinchieri has a history of maximizing the talent on his teams and there is a lot to like on the Zalgiris roster. There is plenty of scoring punch ([Ty Wallace](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/tyrone-wallace/011925/), [Deividas Sirvydis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/deividas-sirvydis/007029/), [Ignas Brazdeikis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/ignas-brazdeikis/011983/), [Sylvain Francisco](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/sylvain-francisco/007975/)) and tough defenders ([Bryant Dunston](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/bryant-dunston/003048/), [Arnas Butkevicius](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/arnas-butkevicius/002676/), [Edgaras Ulanovas](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/edgaras-ulanovas/002329/)), which is a template Zalgiris can use to challenge for a top-10 finish.

### 14. Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv (11-15)

After losing its top four performers to other EuroLeague teams over the summer, head coach Oded Kattash has his work cut out for him to get things running well with newcomers [Jordan Loyd](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/jordan-loyd/009754/), [Rokas Jokubaitis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/rokas-jokubaitis/007519/), [Jaylen Hoard](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/maccabi-lands-explosive-big-man-jaylen-hoard/) and [Levi Randolph](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/maccabi-plucks-levi-randolph-from-rival-jerusalem/), while big man [Wenyen Gabriel](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/maccabi-unveils-signing-of-wenyen-gabriel/) misses the start of the season to injury. Even with reliable returnees [Jasiel Rivero](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/jasiel-rivero/011214/), [Tamir Blatt](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/tamir-blatt/011193/) and [Roman Sorkin](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/roman-sorkin/011219/), Maccabi will be tested early this season.

### 15. FC Bayern Munich (13-15)

Just a year ago, head coach Gordie Herbert led Germany to the gold medal at the World Cup. He will now look to sprinkle some magic on a Bayern roster that features a veteran mix of players with something to prove. A lineup of a healthy [Shabazz Napier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/shabazz-napier/011224/), [Carsen Edwards](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/carsen-edwards/011987/), [Vladimir Lucic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/vladimir-lucic/001288/), [Oscar da Silva](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/oscar-da-silva/011244/) and [Johannes Voigtmann](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/johannes-voigtmann-returns-to-germany-joins-fc-bayern-basketball/) could inflict a lot of damage on opponents. 

### 16. LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (13-17)

[Nando De Colo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/nando-de-colo/002100/), [Paris Lee](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/paris-lee/011225/), [Joffrey Lauvergne](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/joffrey-lauvergne/004194/) and [Mbaye Ndiaye](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/mbaye-ndiaye/012731/) have some new faces around them this season as they look to carry ASVEL to the top half of the standings. While [Melvin Ajinca](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/melvin-ajinca/010316/), [Neal Sako](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/neal-sako/010545/), [Admiral Schofield](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/admiral-schofield/013372/) and [Shaq Harrison](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/shaquille-harrison/013371/) lack EuroLeague experience, they and [Theo Maledon](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/theo-maledon/007027/) will be counted on to be difference-makers. Can head coach Pierric Poupet make history with this squad?

### 17. Paris Basketball (16-18)

Paris will have an uphill battle as it looks to leave a mark on the EuroLeague. The roster features little EuroLeague experience, and head coach Tiago Splitter is leading a team in Europe’s premier competition for the first time, too. Nonetheless, EuroCup MVP [T.J. Shorts](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/tj-shorts/012608/) and rising star [Nadir Hifi](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/nadir-hifi/012640/) lead a promising backcourt that will thrill fans in the French capital.

### 18. ALBA Berlin (17-18)

Guard [Will McDowell-White](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/will-mcdowell-white-joins-alba-berlin/) and big man [Trevion Williams](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/alba-grabs-all-eurocup-center-trevion-williams/) were the only additions who joined ALBA over the summer, with management giving head coach Israel Gonzalez the chance to take a further mold a young roster. Italian duo [Gabriele Procida](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/gabriele-procida/008384/) and [Matteo Spagnolo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/matteo-spagnolo/008173/) are expected to take a step forward, and veteran guard [Martin Hermannsson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/martin-hermannsson/008780/) is healthy. The continuity should make ALBA stronger from the start. That should be enough to improve on last season's five-win season, but how much better can ALBA be?

The Euroleague.net experts have provided their first power rankings of the 2024-25 season

The second round of the 2024-25 EuroCup season is here, with drama guaranteed in several key clashes.

Game Center: Round 2 begins

## Wednesday, October 2

### Aris Midea Thessaloniki 63-68 Turk Telekom Ankara

Turk Telekom Ankara recorded its second victory in the 2024-25 EuroCup season by defeating Aris Midea Thessaloniki 63-68 at the Palais De Sports on Wednesday. The visitors bounced back thanks to their rigid defense after the break despite trailing by 17 in the second quarter and turned the game around. Yet, Ismet Akpinar and Anthony Brown were clinical for Turk Telekom in the closing stages to clinch the win. The visitors improved to a 2-0 record, while Aris dropped to 0-2.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="tr" dir="ltr">Deplasmanda zafer bizim 💪🏻<br><br>Maç Sonucu: Aris Midea Thessaloniki 63-68 Türk Telekom<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AnkaraBasketbolu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AnkaraBasketbolu</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Kaizen?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Kaizen</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeAreHereForAReason?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeAreHereForAReason</a> <a href="https://t.co/xTXeRiCHTG">pic.twitter.com/xTXeRiCHTG</a></p>&mdash; Türk Telekom Basketbol (@TT_Basketbol) <a href="https://twitter.com/TT_Basketbol/status/1841569563097362678?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### Buducnost VOLI Podgorica 86-89 Dreamland Gran Canaria

Dreamland Gran Canaria looked as though it was going to see itself home on the road at Buducnost VOLI Podgorica when it led 63-75 with five minutes to go in regulation, but a late resurgence by the hosts saw the game head to overtime. In the extra period, the 2023 BKT EuroCup champion secured an 86-89 triumph on a John Shurna corner three-pointer – his first points of the night.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="ro" dir="ltr">🏀 Final:<br><br>🔵 Buducnost VOLI Podgorica 86<br>🐥 Dreamland Gran Canaria 89<br><br>🔥 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/VamosGranca?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#VamosGranca</a> <a href="https://t.co/nsvLn2txj1">pic.twitter.com/nsvLn2txj1</a></p>&mdash; Dreamland Gran Canaria (@GranCanariaCB) <a href="https://twitter.com/GranCanariaCB/status/1841559776636923923?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse 84-71 U-BT Cluj-Napoca

Last season’s finalist Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse improved to 2-0 with another strong showing as it downed U-BT Cluj-Napoca 84-71 at home in Group B. Bourg, which beat Veolia Towers Hamburg by 20 points on the road in Round 1, put the game away with a 26-10 third quarter and forced Cluj into 22 turnovers thanks to a club record 19 steals. Xavier Castaneda led Bourg with 18 points, Adrian Nelson scored 11 points and both Mehdy Ngouama and Kevin Koklia added 10 points in the win. Cluj is left asking questions with a 0-2 record in the group despite Sasu Salin scoring 18 points and Zach Hankins picking up 17 points.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="fr" dir="ltr">VICTOIRE ✅<br><br>JL Bourg 84 🆚 73 <a href="https://twitter.com/UBTCluj?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UBTCluj</a><br><br>Match terminé ! Une prestation solide des Rouge et Blanc qui permet de repartir avec la 1ʳᵉ victoire européenne à Ekinox 💪🔴⚪️<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WeRedy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WeRedy</a>｜<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RoadToGreatness?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RoadToGreatness</a> ｜<a href="https://twitter.com/EuroCup?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EuroCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/vL5SbMkeXO">pic.twitter.com/vL5SbMkeXO</a></p>&mdash; JL Bourg Basket (@JLBourgBasket) <a href="https://twitter.com/JLBourgBasket/status/1841565075749908955?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### Dolomiti Energia Trento 84-78 Trefl Sopot

Dolomiti Energia Trento chalked up its first win of the season in the BKT EuroCup after guard Jordan Ford produced a masterclass second-half performance to lead the Italian side to an 84-78 home victory over Polish rival Trefl Sopot. Ford scored 18 of his game-high 20 points in the second half as he shot the lights out of the battling visitors. Anthony Lamb netted 13 points for Trento and Quinn Ellis added 12, while Selom Mawuge scored 9 and Saliou Niang chipped in with 7 to go with 8 boards. At the other end, Jakub Schenk and Aaron Best amassed 16 points each for Trefl, Marcus Weathers racked up 15 and 8 rebounds while Tarik Phillip and Jaroslaw Zyskowski scored 11 points each.

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### Valencia Basket 105-78 Veolia Towers Hamburg

Valencia Basket advanced to 2-0 by overcoming winless Veolia Towers Hamburg, 105-78, in a triumphant homecoming to La Fonteta for head coach Pedro Martinez. Hamburg stayed close during a high-scoring first half, and initially hung in the game even after Valencia advanced into double-digit leads after the break. But Valencia finished the third quarter with a 17-2 run, taking control for good. Matt Costello excelled with 23 points on his Valencia home debut, while Stefan Jovic and Brancou Badio both scored 14, and Jean Montero had a double-double of 11 points and 11 assists. Billy Ivey led the way for Hamburg with 19 points, while Jaizec Lottie scored 14.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="es" dir="ltr">🔥 𝙑𝘼𝙈𝙊𝙎𝙎𝙎𝙎𝙎🔥<br><br>¡Primer partido en casa y primera victoria en casa! ¡Qué bonito volver a casa ganando! 😍<br><br>🏆 J2 <a href="https://twitter.com/EuroCup?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EuroCup</a><br>🟠 <a href="https://twitter.com/valenciabasket?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@valenciabasket</a> 105<br>⚫ <a href="https://twitter.com/hamburgtowers?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@hamburgtowers</a> 78<br>🤝 <a href="https://twitter.com/pamesaceramica?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@pamesaceramica</a> <br><br>¡El sábado, a por la segunda, familia! 🧡 <a href="https://t.co/xtMtsLFajH">pic.twitter.com/xtMtsLFajH</a></p>&mdash; Valencia Basket Club (@valenciabasket) <a href="https://twitter.com/valenciabasket/status/1841575047804121296?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 2, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

## Tuesday, October 1

### [7Bet-Lietkabelis Panevezys 74-94 Hapoel Bank Yahav Jerusalem](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/game-center/2024-25/7bet-lietkabelis-panevezys-hapoel-bank-yahav-jerusalem/U2024/16/)

Jerusalem used a huge fourth quarter to pull away and beat Lietkabelis on Tuesday night at Kalnapilio Arena. Jerusalem improved to 1-1, while Lietkabelis dropped to 0-2 in Group B action. Lietkabelis opened the game with a 23-10 lead, but Jerusalem erased the deficit by early in the second quarter and spent the majority of the game in front. Then, in the fourth quarter, the visitors ran away, scoring 34 points and allowing just 18. Jared Harper paced Jerusalem with 23 points and 5 assists, while Yovel Zoosman scored 16 of his 20 points - on 5-of-6 three-point shooting - in the first half. For the hosts, Dovis Bickauskis scored 13.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="iw" dir="rtl">תוצאת סיום.<br>לילה שקט לכל בית ישראל 🙏🏼🇮🇱 <a href="https://t.co/DFwWyhnXR9">pic.twitter.com/DFwWyhnXR9</a></p>&mdash; Hapoel Jerusalem BC (@JerusalemBasket) <a href="https://twitter.com/JerusalemBasket/status/1841178176094867504?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Bahcesehir College Istanbul 87-66. Besiktas Fibabank Istanbul](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/game-center/2024-25/bahcesehir-college-istanbul-besiktas-fibabanka-istanbul/U2024/13/)

Bahcesehir romped to a 21-point win over its more fancied city rival for a second successive EuroCup win. Marko Simonovic led Bahcesehir’s effort against his former club with 14 points - including 12 in the fourth quarter. Sehmus Hazer, who also joined Bahcesehir from Besiktas, added 13. At the other end, Conor Morgan stood out for Besiktas with a game-high 15 points. 

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="tr" dir="ltr">💪 YENİ SAHAMIZDAKİ İLK KARŞILAŞMAMIZDAN GALİBİYETLE AYRILIYORUZ<br><br>BKT EuroCup | A Grubu 2. Maç | Maç Sonucu | Bahçeşehir Koleji 87 - 66 | Beşiktaş Fibabanka<br><br>* Marko Simonovic: 14 sayı, 5 ribaund<br>* Şehmus Hazer: 13 sayı, 2 asist<br>* ⁠Jaleen Smith: 12 sayı, 2 ribaund, 5 asist<br>* Tai… <a href="https://t.co/5YEVTM3b7a">pic.twitter.com/5YEVTM3b7a</a></p>&mdash; Bahçeşehir Koleji Spor Kulübü (@BKBasketbol) <a href="https://twitter.com/BKBasketbol/status/1841174562362253672?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [ratiopharm Ulm 87-83 Joventut Badalona](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/game-center/2024-25/ratiopharm-ulm-joventut-badalona/U2024/15/)

Ulm celebrated its second victory of the EuroCup season by beating Joventut at Ratiopharm Arena on Tuesday. The hosts were in control of the game from the off and managed to maintain their lead throughout the duel. Following its first win on home soil this team, Ulm now has a 2-0 record, with Joventut dropping to 1-1. Nelson Weidemann paced Ulm with 17 points and Ben Saraf added 15, with the two Ulm guards scoring 13 apiece in the last quarter. Ante Tomic led Joventut with 18 points and Kassius Robertson recorded 17 in defeat. 

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="de" dir="ltr">Wer bleibt ungeschlagen? 𝙐𝙐𝙐𝙇𝙈𝙀𝙍 😤🏀<br>Wir geben die Führung kein einziges Mal ab und sichern uns wettbewerbsübergreifend den vierten Sieg ❤️‍🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/uuulmer?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#uuulmer</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/weareone?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#weareone</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/canyoufeelit?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#canyoufeelit</a> | 📸 Florian Achberger <a href="https://t.co/Y9N5nIcL84">pic.twitter.com/Y9N5nIcL84</a></p>&mdash; ratiopharm ulm (@ratiopharmulm) <a href="https://twitter.com/ratiopharmulm/status/1841193907335381324?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv 89-84 Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/game-center/2024-25/hapoel-shlomo-tel-aviv-wolves-twinsbet-vilnius/U2024/14/)

Hapoel had to wait till the last minutes before wrapping up the win over Wolves at Samokov Arena. Despite dominating 59-45 right after the intermission, the hosts saw Wolves return to the game and take a 73-77 lead with 7 minutes to go. Patrick Beverley showed up then with 11 points in a 15-5 run that turned the tables and fueled Hapoel to the victory. Jonathan Motley paced Hapoel on offense with 16 points, 6 boards and 6 assists, followed by Beverley and Tomer Ginat with 14 points apiece. Tre’Shawn Thurman led all scorers with 29 points - including 5 three-pointers - in the losing effort.

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">First W of the season for <a href="https://twitter.com/hapoeltelavivbc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@hapoeltelavivbc</a>!<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RoadToGreatness?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RoadToGreatness</a> <a href="https://t.co/SnwC7YwTd5">pic.twitter.com/SnwC7YwTd5</a></p>&mdash; BKT EuroCup (@EuroCup) <a href="https://twitter.com/EuroCup/status/1841210896275685457?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

### [Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana 87-82 Umana Reyer Venice](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/game-center/2024-25/cedevita-olimpija-ljubljana-umana-reyer-venice/U2024/18/)

Cedevita picked up its second victory in as many games by fending off Reyer at home. Devin Robinson and Jaka Blazic both scored 17 points and Aleksej Nikolic added 12 points and 5 assists - plus 2 free throws to ice the game with 7.3 seconds left. Reyer fell to 1-1 despite Tyler Ennis flirting with a triple-double as he collected 23 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists while Mfiondu Kabengele chipped in 14 points and 13 rebounds. 

<center><blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">DRAGONS WIN! <br><br>Perfect record for 🟢🟠 after 2 rounds of the <a href="https://twitter.com/EuroCup?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@EuroCup</a> season! 🔥🔥<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ZmajevaDruzina?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ZmajevaDruzina</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DragonFamily?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DragonFamily</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BKTEuroCup?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BKTEuroCup</a> <a href="https://t.co/A0mn40miNY">pic.twitter.com/A0mn40miNY</a></p>&mdash; Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana - English (@KKCedOL_EN) <a href="https://twitter.com/KKCedOL_EN/status/1841206468596347143?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 1, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Which teams can maintain their 100% record, or which sides can get back on track after an opening-round defeat?

Game Center: Two road winners during Wednesday night's action

Valencia Basket v Veolia Towers Hamburg (2024-10-02T18:30:00.000Z)

Dolomiti Energia Trento v Trefl Sopot (2024-10-02T18:00:00.000Z)

Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse v U-BT Cluj-Napoca (2024-10-02T17:30:00.000Z)

Aris Midea Thessaloniki v Turk Telekom Ankara (2024-10-02T17:00:00.000Z)

Buducnost VOLI Podgorica v Dreamland Gran Canaria (2024-10-02T17:00:00.000Z)

Hapoel Shlomo Tel Aviv v Wolves Twinsbet Vilnius (2024-10-01T17:45:00.000Z)

ratiopharm Ulm v Joventut Badalona (2024-10-01T17:00:00.000Z)

Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana v Umana Reyer Venice (2024-10-01T18:00:00.000Z)

Bahcesehir College Istanbul v Besiktas Fibabanka Istanbul (2024-10-01T16:00:00.000Z)

Euroleague Basketball and Sportal.rs, the leading sports website in Serbia, are entering a landmark partnership, making Sportal.rs the Premium Media Partner of Euroleague Basketball in Serbia for the next two seasons. The partnership was unveiled at a special presentation on Monday in Belgrade, featuring prominent figures from the world of basketball.

Sportal.rs becomes Premium Media Partner of Euroleague Basketball in Serbia

Euroleague Basketball and [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs), the leading sports website in Serbia, are entering a landmark partnership, making [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) the Premium Media Partner of Euroleague Basketball in Serbia for the next two seasons. The partnership was unveiled at a special presentation on Monday in Belgrade, featuring prominent figures from the world of basketball.

This collaboration solidifies [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) as the go-to online destination for Euroleague Basketball fans in Serbia. Over the next two seasons, [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) will provide extensive coverage and offer fans unparalleled access to content to enhance their basketball experience.

The event in Belgrade was graced by representatives of both Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade and Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade, as well as basketball icons, including coach Zeljko Obradovic of Partizan, Bozidar Maljkovic, Dejan Tomasevic and Dusko Savanovic, among others.

"Partnering with [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) will further strengthen the connection between Euroleague Basketball and its passionate fan base in Serbia," said Alex Ferrer Kristjansson, Euroleague Basketball Marketing and Communication Chief Officer "This collaboration will elevate the visibility of our competitions and provide fans with a premium experience they can enjoy across all digital platforms."

As part of the partnership, [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) will launch a dedicated section on its website, exclusively focused on Euroleague Basketball. This section will serve as a hub for basketball enthusiasts and feature a wide range of content, including video highlights, breaking news, in-depth articles, interactive polls, live stats, real-time results, league standings, a comprehensive photo gallery, and much more.

“The partnership between Sportal and Euroleague Basketball came as a logical step for us. Sportal, as the undisputed leader in the sports media market in Serbia thrives to affiliate with the best, which Euroleague Basketball certainly is. Basketball is deeply rooted in Serbian DNA -- we we live and breathe this sport -- so this collaboration brings us a lot of joy and honor, but also responsibility, to give all the fans the best possible reporting about Euroleague Basketball. We, as a part of one big sports media conglomerate, Ringier Sports Media Group, are already among market leaders in eight European countries thanks to our way of work and understanding sport, which is why we see this partnership as a natural step for us.,“ stated Vladimir Filipović, Editor-in-Chief of [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs)

[Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) is a key member of the Ringier Sports Media Group (RSMG), a network of nine national digital sports media leaders that combine their expertise with cutting-edge global technology solutions. Following the successful partnership between Euroleague Basketball and [Sportal.gr](http://Sportal.gr), the Greek edition, [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) is now proud to join the Euroleague Basketball Premium Media Partner program, continuing the tradition of delivering high-quality content to basketball fans.

The extensive coverage on [Sportal.rs](http://Sportal.rs) will encompass all participating teams in the top European basketball competitions, catering to the ever-growing demand for engaging and informative basketball content.

It was the year 2000 when the EuroLeague came to fruition. Later that year, on October 15, the first-ever game of the modern EuroLeague was played, with Real Madrid hosting Olympiacos Piraeus. After 24 seasons filled with endless iconic moments, the 2024-25 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague campaign marks a historic milestone as the league enters its 25th anniversary. 

This season will be a celebration of the EuroLeague's rich history, legendary moments, and exciting future, all while showcasing the best talent on the court. A season-long series of events will pay tribute to the legacy of the league and its clubs, honoring the players, coaches, and all those who have helped build the league into a global basketball powerhouse. 

2024-25 season to mark the EuroLeague’s 25th anniversary

It was the year 2000 when the EuroLeague came to fruition. Later that year, on October 15, the first-ever game of the modern EuroLeague was played, with Real Madrid hosting Olympiacos Piraeus. After 24 seasons filled with endless iconic moments, the 2024-25 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague campaign marks a historic milestone as the league enters its 25th anniversary.

Jordan Ford, a former chess star as a child, excelled for Dolomiti Energia Trento on his BKT EuroCup debut.

Former chess prodigy Jordan Ford looks to deliver a checkmate in the EuroCup

Celebrating a winning shot by shouting "checkmate" would be cold, but what if an actual chess player pulled that off? In this year's BKT EuroCup, somebody could turn that hypothesis into reality and he was actually close to it in Round 1.

Debuting in international competition with a 32-point effort and shooting 11 for 11 from two-point range against the 2022-23 champion, Dolomiti Energia Trento guard [Jordan Ford](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/jordan-ford/013270/) left quite an impression in Gran Canaria.

What's even crazier is that the 26-year-old guard could have chosen a much different trajectory rather than spreading quickness and explosiveness on basketball courts. By second grade, he was already a two-time California State chess champion and ranked in the top 10 nationally for his age group.

Read more of this story [HERE](https://www.eurohoops.net/en/euroleague/1720397/jordan-ford-trento-bkt-eurocup-interview/).

Once a chess prodigy in California, Jordan Ford made everybody aware of his scoring ability on his BKT EuroCup debut

The French club has retained last year’s star guard duo [TJ Shorts](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/players/tj-shorts/012608/) and [Nadir Hifi](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/players/nadir-hifi/012640/), while [new head coach Tiago Splitter](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/paris-appointed-tiago-splitter-as-head-coach/) has also retained big men [Leon Kratzer](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/players/leon-kratzer/004512/) and [Bandja Sy](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/players/bandja-sy/005793/). Joining them are fresh faces with EuroLeague experience like [Maodo Lo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/maodo-lo-heads-to-paris-basketball/), [Yakuba Ouattara](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/paris-picks-up-veteran-guard-yakuba-ouattara/) and [Kevarrius Hayes](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/paris-basketball-fortifies-frontline-with-kevarrius-hayes/). Zvezda coach Ioannis Sfairopoulos has recruited several proven performers such as shooting star [Isaiah Canaan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/isaiah-canaan-joins-kk-crvena-zvezda/), last season’s leading assists provider, [Codi Miller-McIntyre](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/crvena-zvezda-lands-playmaker-codi-miller-mcintyre/), and the returning [Nikola Kalinic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/crvena-zvezda-reunites-with-nikola-kalinic/). Power in the paint comes from [Joel Bolomboy](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/joel-bolomboy/009035/) and long-serving [Luka Mitrovic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/luka-mitrovic/002553/), but [Milos Teodosic will miss the game](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/round-34-disciplinary-sanctions/) through suspension.

Game Videos

### Paris Basketball

**Streaks**

Daulton Hommes has made at least 1 three-point shot in six of his last seven games.

Kevarrius Hayes has pulled down more than 5 rebounds in five of his last six games.

Hayes has had a PIR of 12 or more in five of his last six games.

**Records/Milestones**

Maodo Lo needs 53 points to reach 2,000 for his career.

Kevarrius Hayes needs 52 points to reach 500 for his career.

### Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade

**Streaks**

Yago Dos Santos has made at least 1 three-pointer in 12 of his last 13 games.

Nemanja Nedovic has made at least 1 three-pointer in four of his last five games.

Nedovic has scored in double figures in five straight and nine of his last 10 games.

Mike Daum has made at least 1 three-pointer in eight of his last nine games.

Daum has made all 8 of his free throws in his EuroLeague career.

Codi Miller-McIntyre has dished at least 5 assists in seven straight and 15 of his last 16 games.

Miller-McIntyre has scored 13 or more points in five of his last six games.

Miller-McIntyre has had a PIR of 13 or more in six straight games.

Miller-McIntyre has had at least 1 steal in five straight games.

**Records/Milestones**

Milos Teodosic ranks sixth all-time in made triples with 576. Rudy Fernandez is fifth with 594.

Teodosic is ranked fifth all-time in assists with 1,439. Vassilis Spanoulis is fourth with 1,607.

Milos Teodosic ranks 12th all-time in career points with 3,330. Kyle Hines is 11th with 3,339.

Game News

After a scintillating season of success in the EuroCup, Paris is more than ready for its EuroLeague debut with a visit from new-look Zvezda. 

Game Facts: Paris vs. Zvezda

Paris Basketball v Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade (2024-10-04T19:00:00.000Z)

Luca Banchi’s team still has the backcourt experience of [Daniel Hackett](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/daniel-hackett/001844/), [Marco Belinelli](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/marco-belinelli/bcn/) and [Isaia Cordinier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/isaia-cordinier/009549/), along with the inside presence of [Ante Zizic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/ante-zizic/004554/) and [Toko Shengelia](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/tornike-shengelia/001133/). Joining them are exciting new signings [Matt Morgan](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/virtus-unveils-roster-with-will-clyburn-among-new-six-faces/) and [Will Clyburn](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/virtus-unveils-roster-with-will-clyburn-among-new-six-faces/), who faces an instant reunion with his former Efes teammates. [Shane Larkin ](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/shane-larkin/007200/)is an injury doubt for the Turkish team, which still has plenty of talented guards with [Elijah Bryant](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/elijah-bryant/009846/), [Rodrigue Beaubois](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/rodrigue-beaubois/006590/) and [Darius Thompson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/darius-thompson/011078/). Coach Tomislav Mijatovic will also hope that new arrivals [Vincent Poirier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/anadolu-efes-picks-up-high-flying-center-vincent-poirier/) and [Rolands Smits](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/rolands-smits-signs-for-anadolu-efes/) can give his team more power in the paint to prevail in this season opener.

### Virtus Segafredo Bologna

**Streaks**

Marco Belinelli has made at least 1 three-pointer in 14 straight and 33 of his last 34 games.

Belinelli has scored in double figures in six straight games.

Tornike Shengelia has scored 10 or more points in eight of his last nine games.

Shengelia has had a double-digit PIR in seven straight games.

Achille Polonara has made at least 1 three-pointer in five straight games.

Will Clyburn has made at least 1 three-pointer in 13 straight games.

Clyburn has scored in double digits in nine of his last 10 games.

Clyburn has had a PIR of 13 or more in nine of his last 10 games.

Clyburn has had at least 1 steal in nine straight games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Ante Zizic ranks 14th all-time in two-point accuracy at 64.6%.

Achille Polonara needs 5 rebounds to reach 600 for his career.

Tornike Shengelia ranks 17th all-time with 3,069 points. Scottie Wilbekin of Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul is 16th with 3,179 and counting.

Shengelia needs 3 blocks to reach 100 for his career.

Will Clyburn ranks 20th all-time in scoring with 3,016 points. Felipe Reyes is 19th with 3,029 points.

 

### Anadolu Efes Istanbul

**Streaks**

Rodrigue Beaubois has made at least 1 steal in eight straight games.

Beaubois has made 16 consecutive free throws.

Ercan Osmani has made all 10 free throws in his EuroLeague career.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Shane Larkin tied the EuroLeague single-game record with 10 made three-pointers in a victory over FC Bayern Munich in November 2019.

Larkin knocked down a EuroLeague record-tying 10 three-pointers against Olympiacos Piraeus in March 2020 when he scored 40 points, becoming the first player this century to score 40 or more points twice in his career.

Shane Larkin ranks ninth all-time in made three-pointers with 507. Vassilis Spanoulis is eighth with 518 made triples.

Larkin is ranked in 13th place all-time in scoring with 3,315 points. Milos Teodosic of Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade is 12th with 3,330 and counting.

Rodrigue Beaubois ranks 12th all-time with 457 made three-pointers. Alexey Shved is 11th with 459.

After falling in the first edition of the play-in tournament last season, Virtus is hungry for even more as it welcomes the always dangerous Efes.

Game Facts: Virtus vs. Efes

Virtus Segafredo Bologna v Anadolu Efes Istanbul (2024-10-04T19:00:00.000Z)

It’s an immediate repeat of last season’s third-place game, narrowly edged by the Reds. Both teams boast exciting summer signings, headlined by Fenerbahce bringing giant [Boban Marjanovic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/boban-marjanovic-returns-to-europe-with-fenerbahce-beko/) back to Europe after a decade away. [Bonzie Colson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/fenerbahce-beko-signs-bonzie-colson-at-forward/) and [Wade Baldwin](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/fenerbahce-beko-signs-star-guard-wade-baldwin/) will aim to repeat the excellence they routinely displayed for Maccabi last season, and [Nicolo Melli](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/fenerbahce-reunites-with-nicolo-melli/) will be eager to make a positive start to his second spell at Fenerbahce. For Olympiacos, there’s a very welcome return for former EuroLeague MVP [Sasha Vezenkov](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/sasha-vezenkov-seals-return-to-olympiacos-bc/) after just one year away, and an array of new backcourt stars including [Evan Fournier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/olympiacos-adds-star-guard-evan-fournier-to-backcourt/) and [Tyler Dorsey](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/olympiacos-bc-tyler-dorsey-reunite/) join a formidable roster.

### Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul

**Streaks**

Nigel Hayes-Davis has made at least 1 triple in five straight games.

Scottie Wilbekin has had a PIR in double figures in four of his last five games.

Wilbekin has made at least 1 three-point shot in eight of his last nine games.

Wilbekin has scored in double figures in five of his last six games.

Wilbekin has made 13 consecutive free throws. 

Marko Guduric has made at least 1 three-point shot in eight of his last nine games.

Guduric has scored in double figures in four of his last five games.

Nicolo Melli has had at least 1 steal in five of his last six games.

Melli has made at least 1 three-pointer in four of his last five games.

Wade Baldwin has scored in double figures in 21 of his last 22 games.

Baldwin has had a PIR of 12 or more in 17 of his last 18 games.

Bonzie Colson has made at least 1 three-point shot in eight straight and 14 of his last 15 games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Nigel Hayes-Davis set the all-time EuroLeague single-game scoring record with 50 points in a victory over ALBA Berlin in Round 32 last season.

Scottie Wilbekin is ranked 16th all-time in scoring with 3,179 points. Nick Calathes of AS Monaco is 15th with 3,236 career points and counting.

Scottie Wilbekin ranks fourth all-time in three-point shots made with 608. Sergio Rodriguez ranks third with 609 three-point shots made.

Melih Mahmutoglu needs 12 points to reach 1,000 for his career.

Nicolo Melli is in eighth place all-time in rebounds with 1,492. Ante Tomic is seventh with 1,545.

Melli is fourth all-time in defensive rebounds with 1,123. Nick Calathes of AS Monaco is third with 1,133 defensive rebounds and counting. Ioannis Bourousis is second all-time with 1,164.

 

 

 

### Olympiacos Piraeus

**Streaks**

Thomas Walkup has had at least 1 steal in nine of his last 10 games.

Shaquielle McKissic has had at least 1 steal in nine straight games.

McKissic has made at least 1 three-pointer in six straight games.

Nigel Williams-Goss has had at least 1 steal in four of his last five games.

Keenan Evans has scored at least 10 points in 10 straight and 21 of his last 22 games.

Evans has posted a double-digit PIR in nine of his last 10 games.

Evans has made at least 1 three-pointer in 17 straight games.

Evans has made 21 consecutive free throws.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Kostas Papanikolaou is second to Nick Calathes (311) of AS Monaco in games started with 310.

Papanikolaou ranks ninth place all-time in steals with 303. Sergio Rodriguez is eighth with 309.

Moustapha Fall ranks second all-time in two-point accuracy at 72.7%.

Thomas Walkup ranks 15th all-time with a 2.5-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Alec Peters ranks 12th all-time in free-throw shooting at 89.3%.

Peters ranks fifth all-time in three-point accuracy at 45.7%.

Nikola Milutinov is ranked seventh all-time in offensive rebounds with 577. Walter Tavares of Real Madrid is sixth with 609 and counting.

Walkup is ranked 15th all-time in assists with 903. Daniel Hackett of Virtus Segafredo Bologna is 14th with 910 assists and counting.

Luca Vildoza needs 5 assists to reach 500 for his career.

Last season’s beaten semifinalists start the campaign with a bang as Fenerbahce confronts Olympiacos in Istanbul.

Game Facts: Fenerbahce vs. Olympiacos

Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul v Olympiacos Piraeus (2024-10-04T17:30:00.000Z)

The EuroLeague is celebrating its 25th anniversary, with fans encouraged to join in the conversation with the #EuroLeague25 and #ONLY25 hashtags.

It was the year 2000 when the EuroLeague came to fruition. Later that year, on October 15, the first-ever game of the modern EuroLeague was played, with Real Madrid hosting Olympiacos Piraeus. After 24 seasons filled with endless iconic moments, the 2024-25 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague campaign marks a historic milestone as the league enters its 25th anniversary. 

This season will be a celebration of the EuroLeague's rich history, legendary moments, and exciting future, all while showcasing the best talent on the court. A season-long series of events will pay tribute to the legacy of the league and its clubs, honoring the players, coaches, and all those who have helped build the league into a global basketball powerhouse.

Throughout this landmark season, Euroleague Basketball will recognize the contributions of its entire family – from past and present players to coaches and fans. These celebrations will honor the pivotal moments that have shaped the league, while also looking ahead to the next 25 years of growth and success.

 “Since its inception, the EuroLeague has witnessed historic moments with the brightest stars of pan-European basketball. Now, it's time to recognize these achievements while looking ahead to the future. Our goal is to make this season truly memorable, staying true to our mission of bringing the most competitive basketball to millions of fans around the world,” stated Dejan Bodiroga, President of Euroleague Basketball.

To commemorate this special occasion, a unique 25th Anniversary logo has been unveiled. The design maintains the iconic orange-colored ball with the 'e' of the EuroLeague logo proudly emblazoned on it, representing the essence of the EuroLeague brand while integrating shapes that form the number "25". This modern design reflects the EuroLeague's storied history and its bright future, with the disjointed shapes symbolizing the ongoing evolution of the league. The logo also hints at an infinity symbol (∞), representing the endless excitement it continues to deliver to millions of fans worldwide.

The anniversary celebrations officially tipped off with the release of a short film titled "Where’s the Party?" — a comedic tribute featuring 29 active and former players and coaches. This is the first time such a large group of EuroLeague legends have come together to reflect on some of the most iconic moments in the league's history. Set at a fictional anniversary party, the film humorously portrays the EuroLeague’s top figures trying to attend the celebration, highlighting both legends of the game and current players who are poised to shape the future of the league.

Fans will also play a pivotal role in the celebrations by participating in the selection of the 25th Anniversary All-Time Team. Through exclusive content—videos, graphics, and more—fans can relive some of the EuroLeague’s most iconic moments under the hashtags #EuroLeague25 and #ONLY25.

The celebration will extend to the games as well, with select teams donning throwback jerseys that commemorate some of their most significant moments. These special jerseys will be worn during specific rounds of the season, offering fans a nostalgic glimpse into the league’s storied past.

The 25th Anniversary celebrations will continue throughout the season with a series of events, initiatives, and programs aimed at celebrating players, fans, and their communities. The momentum will build until the grand finale at the Final Four, where Euroleague Basketball will continue to honor its past and embrace its future.

A Season-Long Tribute to the Past, Present, and Future

[Rokas Jokubaitis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/rokas-jokubaitis-seals-move-to-maccabi-tel-aviv-bc/) and [Jordan Loyd](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/maccabi-pens-deal-2-year-deal-with-jordan-loyd/) provide an intriguing new backcourt combination with plenty of EuroLeague experience, but Maccabi cannot call upon another new signing, center [Wenyen Gabriel](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/maccabi-unveils-signing-of-wenyen-gabriel/), due to injury. After a tough couple of seasons, ASVEL will be desperate to enter the new campaign on a more optimistic note and coach Pierric Poupet can continue to put the team in the hands of backcourt stars [Paris Lee](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/paris-lee/011225/) – who led the league in steals last season – and [Nando De Colo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/nando-de-colo/002100/). Centers [Tarik Black](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/tarik-black-strengthens-asvels-frontline/) and [Neal Sako](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/asvel-inks-big-man-neal-sako/) are among half a dozen new signings hoping to make ASVEL more competitive this time around.

### Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv

**Streaks**

John DiBartolomeo has made 64 consecutive free throws, which is the second-longest streak in competition history. The longest streak belongs to Kevin Punter of FC Barcelona with 69 consecutive made free throws.

Tamir Blatt has made at least 1 three-point shot in nine of his last 10 games.

Jordan Loyd has made at least 1 three-pointer in six of his last seven games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

John DiBartolomeo ranks ninth all-time with a 2.5-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

 

### LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne

**Streaks**

Paris Lee has made at least 1 three-point shot in seven straight and 19 of his last 20 games.

Lee has had a PIR of 12 or more in four of his last five games.

Nando De Colo has made at least 1 three-point shot in nine straight and 18 of his last 19 games.

De Colo has made 15 consecutive free throws.

Edwin Jackson has made at least 1 three-point shot in five of his last six games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Nando De Colo is the all-time leader in free-throw accuracy at 93.0%.

De Colo is the all-time leader in PIR with 5,054 index rating points.

Nando De Colo is in second place all-time in scoring with 4,481 points. Mike James leads the all-time charts with 4,623 points and counting.

De Colo ranks second all-time in free throws made with 1,090. Vassilis Spanoulis is the all-time leader with 1,131.

De Colo ranks fifth all-time in two-point shots made with 1,013. Ante Tomic is fourth with 1,137.

De Colo is in fifth place all-time in steals with 336. Jan Vesely of FC Barcelona is fourth with 341 steals and counting.

De Colo ranks 11th all-time in assists with 1,061. Vasilije Micic is 10th with 1,097.

De Colo ranks 14th all-time with 455 career triples made. Kostas Sloukas of Panathinaikos AKTO Athens and Rodrigue Beaubois of Anadolu Efes Istanbul are tied for 12th with 457 each and counting.

 Joffrey Lauvergne needs 15 points to reach 1,500 for his career.

Lauvergne needs 9 more defensive rebounds to reach 500 for his career.

After losing several key performers during the summer, Maccabi will hope that new stars will immediately be born with a visit from retooled ASVEL. 

Game Facts: Maccabi vs. ASVEL

Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv v LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne (2024-10-03T19:00:00.000Z)

After losing the vast experience of [Sergio Rodriguez](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/three-time-euroleague-champ-sergio-rodriguez-retires/) and [Rudy Fernandez](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/rudy-fernandez-calls-time-on-a-glittering-career/) to retirement, *Los Blancos* will look for returning stars like [Mario Hezonja](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/mario-hezonja/003108/) and [Dzanan Musa](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/dzanan-musa/006540/) to take on even bigger leadership roles, while backcourt creativity and dominance in the paint are respectively guaranteed from [Facu Campazzo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/facundo-campazzo/005928/) and [Walter Tavares](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/walter-tavares/005791/). New Real signing [Serge Ibaka](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/real-madrid-baloncesto-serge-ibaka-reunite/) faces an immediate matchup with his former team, and he faces another big man with long-range scoring capability in the form of new Bayern arrival [Johannes Voigtmann](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/johannes-voigtmann-returns-to-germany-joins-fc-bayern-basketball/). New coach [Gordie Herbert](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/fc-bayern-basketball-tabs-world-champion-gordie-herbert-as-head-coach/) will hope for backcourt chemistry between new guards [Yam Madar](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/bayern-bags-2023-euroleague-rising-star-yam-madar/) and [Shabazz Napier](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/fc-bayern-basketball-signs-point-guard-shabazz-napier/), and leadership will still be provided by the hustle of [Vladimir Lucic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/vladimir-lucic/001288/).

### FC Bayern Munich

**Streaks**

Andreas Obst has made at least 1 three-point shot in 26 of his last 27 games.

Shabazz Napier has made at least 1 three-pointer in seven straight games.

Napier has made 13 consecutive free throws.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Niels Giffey needs 18 points to reach 1,000 for his career.

Vladimir Lucic needs 7 points to reach 2,000 for his career.

Johannes Voigtmann needs 43 points to reach 2,000 for his career.

The next time he plays, Johannes Voigtmann will make his 250th EuroLeague appearance.

 

### Real Madrid

**Streaks**

Facundo Campazzo has had a PIR of at least 10 in nine straight games.

Campazzo has had at least 1 steal in seven of his last eight games.

Mario Hezonja has made at least 1 triple in 11 straight games.

Hezonja has had at least 1 steal in seven of his last eight games.

Walter Tavares has had at least 1 block in five straight and seven of his last eight games.

Tavares has had a double-digit PIR in five of his last six games.

Dzanan Musa has made at least 1 triple in seven of his last eight games.

Serge Ibaka has pulled down more than 5 rebounds in six of his last seven games.

Ibaka has had at least 1 block in four of his last five games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Walter Tavares blocked 88 shots in the 2022-23 season to set the all-time single-season record.

Tavares is the competition's all-time leader in blocks with 424.

Tavares is sixth all-time in two-point accuracy at 67.7%.

Tavares ranks fifth all-time with 1,614 rebounds. Jan Vesely of FC Barcelona is fourth with 1,693 rebounds and counting.

Tavares is ranked sixth all-time with 609 offensive rebounds. Othello Hunter is fifth with 611.

Sergio Llull ranks fifth all-time in scoring with 3,951 points. Juan Carlos Navarro is fourth with 4,152.

Llull is sixth all-time with 1,394 assists. Milos Teodosic of Crvena Zvezda is fifth with 1,439 and counting.

Llull ranks 11th all-time with 701 free throws made. Shane Larkin of Anadolu Efes Istanbul is 10th with 746 and counting.

Llull ranks third all-time with a 2.7-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Facundo Campazzo ranks 11th all-time with a 2.5-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Llull is the all-time leader in three-point shots made with 632.

Dzanan Musa made 178 free throws during the 2022-23 season to set a single-season EuroLeague record.

Llull has made 407 EuroLeague appearances, second all-time behind only Kyle Hines with 425.

Last season’s runner-up Real will aim for a winning start with a tough trip to ambitious Bayern.

Game Facts: Bayern vs. Madrid

FC Bayern Munich v Real Madrid (2024-10-03T18:45:00.000Z)

Baskonia sharpshooter [Markus Howard](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/markus-howard/011948/) will receive last season’s Top Scorer Trophy before tip-off, and denying Howard open looks on the perimeter will be a major focus for the Partizan defense. A big summer signing for Baskonia is [Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/baskonia-announces-luwawu-cabarrot/), who will attempt to maintain the electric form he showed last season with ASVEL. Partizan has an almost entirely new roster, with only two players remaining. EuroLeague experience is provided by big men [Brandon Davies](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/kk-partizan-adds-brandon-davies-at-center/) and [Isaac Bonga](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/kk-partizan-reels-in-isaac-bonga-to-belgrade/), along with guards [Iffe Lundberg](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/partizan-puts-iffe-lundberg-into-backcourt/) and [Sterling Brown](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/kk-partizan-adds-scoring-threat-sterling-brown/). And if any coach can quickly craft a winning team out of so many new pieces, it’s surely the incomparable Obradovic.

### Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz

**Streaks**

Markus Howard has scored 12 or more points in 11 straight games.

Howard has made at least 1 three-pointer in 12 straight and 35 of his last 36 games.

Howard has made multiple three-pointers in 12 straight and 15 of his last 16 games.

Chima Moneke has posted a double-digit PIR in 15 of his last 16 games.

Nikolaos Rogkavopoulos has made at least 1 three-point shot in five straight games.

Rogkavopoulos has had at least 1 steal in four of his last five games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Markus Howard made 148 triples last season to set the all-time single-season record.

Donta Hall leads the all-time charts in two-point accuracy at 75.1%.

Tadas Sedekerskis ranks 10th all-time in two-point accuracy at 65.8%.

 

### Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade

**Streaks**

Iffe Lundberg has had at least 1 steal in six of his last seven games.

Lundberg has scored 10 or more points in five of his last six games.

Sterling Brown has made at least 1 three-point shot in each of his 29 EuroLeague games played.

Brown has made 21 consecutive free throws.

Vanja Marinkovic has made at least 1 three-point shot in seven straight and 15 of his last 16 games.

Marinkovic has made 10 consecutive free throws.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Iffe Lundberg needs 50 points to reach 1,000 for his career.

Brandon Davies needs 4 blocks to reach 100 for his career.

Davies needs 12 steals to reach 200 for his career.

Pablo Laso makes his coaching debut for Baskonia with a visit from another legendary play-caller, Partizan’s Zeljko Obradovic. 

Game facts: Baskonia vs. Partizan

Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz v Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade (2024-10-03T18:30:00.000Z)

Roca Team superstar [Mike James](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/mike-james/005985/) is doubtful for Round 1 after undergoing surgery in the summer, while new signing [Nick Calathes](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/monaco-tabs-euroleague-assists-king-nick-calathes/) is out for three to four weeks. It will likely be the task of [Elie Okobo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/elie-okobo/011212/) and [Matthew Strazel](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/matthew-strazel/008099/) to find giant [Georgios Papagiannis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/monaco-signs-georgios-papagiannis-away-from-fenerbahce/), who will hope to quickly develop an effective one-two big man punch with the returning [Donatas Motiejunas](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/donatas-motiejunas/lcz/). Milan boss Ettore Messina has added plenty of experience during the off-season, including last season’s rebounding leader [Josh Nebo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/milan-tabs-rebounding-leader-josh-nebo/). [Zach LeDay](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/zach-leday-seals-return-to-olimpia-milano/) and [Leandro Bolmaro](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/olimpia-milano-seals-move-for-leandro-bolmaro/) will add hustle to support star men [Shavon Shields](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/shavon-shields/007831/) and [Nikola Mirotic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/nikola-mirotic/000796/), and the cool experience of [Fabien Causeur](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/olimpia-milano-tabs-two-time-champion-fabien-causeur/) will be crucial in quickly setting Milan on the right path.

### AS Monaco

**Streaks**

Mike James has scored in double figures in 38 of his last 39 games.

James has made at least 1 three-point shot in seven straight games.

James has had a double-digit PIR in eight of his last nine games.

Donatas Motiejunas has scored at least 10 points in seven straight games.

Motiejunas has had a PIR in double figures in seven straight games.

Motiejunas has made at least 1 three-point shot in four of his last six games.

Elie Okobo has scored in double figures in five of his last six games.

Nick Calathes has made at least 1 three-pointer in six of his last seven games.

Calathes has had at least 1 steal in four of his last five games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Mike James is the all-time leading scorer. He has 4,623 career points.

James is third all-time with 4,723 index rating points. Jan Vesely of FC Barcelona is second with a PIR of 4,844 and counting.

James is in third place all-time in free throws made with 1,005. Nando De Colo is second with 1,090 and counting.

James is ranked eighth all-time with 1,284 career assists. Thomas Heurtel is seventh all-time with 1,340 assists.

James ranks seventh all-time with 534 three-pointers made. Milos Teodosic of Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade is sixth with 576 and counting.

Nick Calathes is the EuroLeague all-time leader in assists with 2,085.

Calathes set the EuroLeague single-season record for assists in 2018-19 with 286 in total.

Calathes is the EuroLeague’s all-time leader in steals with 449.

Calathes is the all-time leader in career starts with 311.

Calathes ranks sixth all-time with a 2.6-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Calathes ranks sixth all-time with 4,240 index rating points. Kyle Hines is fifth with 4,299.

Calathes is ranked 15th all-time in scoring with 3,236 points. Paulius Jankunas is 14th with 3,241 points.

Calathes needs 5 two-point shots made to reach 1,000 for his career.

Georgios Papagiannis ranks seventh all-time with 214 blocks. Tibor Pleiss is sixth with 228 blocks.

Papagiannis ranks 15th all-time in two-point accuracy at 64.1%.

Donatas Motiejunas set a EuroLeague single-game record with 18 defensive rebounds on December 7, 2011, while playing for Asseco Prokom Gdynia against Union Olimpija Ljubljana. In that game, Motiejunas pulled down a total of 21 rebounds, the most rebounds in a single game by any active player.

 

### EA7 Emporio Armani Milan

**Streaks**

Shavon Shields has scored 10 or more points in seven straight games.

Shields has had at least 1 steal in 12 straight games.

Nikola Mirotic has scored 10 or more points in eight straight games.

Mirotic has had a PIR of 15 or more in seven of his last eight games.

Mirotic has made at least 1 three-point shots in eight straight and 11 of his last 12 games.

Mirotic has pulled down 5 or more rebounds in five of his last six games.

Zach LeDay has had at least 1 steal in seven straight games.

LeDay has scored 12 or more points and had a PIR of 12 or more in four of his last five games.

LeDay has made at least 1 three-pointer in four of his last five games.

LeDay has pulled down 5 or more rebounds in four of his last five games.

LeDay has made 12 consecutive free throws.

Josh Nebo has had a PIR of 10 or more in 17 of his last 18 games.

Nebo has pulled down multiple offensive rebounds in 12 of his last 13 games.

Nebo has scored 12 or more points in four of his last five games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Nikola Mirotic ranks seventh all-time with 834 free throws made. Juan Carlos Navarro is sixth with 853.

Mirotic is ranked seventh all-time with 4,185 index rating points. Nick Calathes of AS Monaco is sixth with 4,240 and counting.

Josh Nebo ranks 11th all-time in two-point accuracy at 65.8%.

After falling just short of a place in last season’s Final Four, Monaco will aim for a strong start at home to powerfully rebuilt Milan. 

Game Facts: Monaco vs. Milan

AS Monaco v EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (2024-10-03T17:00:00.000Z)

The hosts will look for instant impact from a long line of summer arrivals, including veteran big man [Bryant Dunston](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/bryant-dunston-heads-to-zalgiris-kaunas/), scoring threat [Sylvain Francisco](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/zalgiris-kaunas-signs-deal-with-scorer-sylvain-francisco/), hard-working [Alen Smailagic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/zalgiris-lands-explosive-big-man-alen-smailagic/) and talented guard [Deividas Sirvydis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/zalgiris-tabs-eurocups-top-scorer-deividas-sirvydis/), who excelled in last season’s EuroCup. In addition to their new man on the sidelines, Barca will give debuts to scoring star [Kevin Punter](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/barcelona-adds-scoring-threat-in-kevin-punter/) and rebounding specialist [Youssoupha Fall](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/barca-rebuilds-frontline-with-youssoupha-fall/). Another summer arrival, young guard [Juan Nunez](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/barcelona-makes-juan-nunez-its-playmaker-of-the-future/), will look to underline his reputation as one of Europe’s most exciting rising talents alongside the scoring talent of [Nico Laprovittola](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/nicolas-laprovittola/006435/), but Barca will also have to confront the always-electric atmosphere of Zalgirio Arena.

### Zalgiris Kaunas

**Streaks**

Edgaras Ulanovas has had at least 1 steal in eight of his last nine games.

Bryant Dunson has blocked at least 1 shot in seven of his last eight games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Bryant Dunston ranks second all-time with 347 blocked shots. Walter Tavares of Real Madrid is the all-time leader with 424 and counting.

Dunston ranks ninth all-time with 1,481 rebounds. Nicolo Melli of Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul is eighth with 1,492 and counting.

Dunston ranks fourth place all-time with 613 career offensive rebounds. Jan Vesely of FC Barcelona ranks third with 631 and counting.

Dunston ranks ninth all-time with 996 two-pointers made. Tibor Pleiss is eighth with 1,006 two-point makes.

Edgaras Ulanovas ranks fourth all-time with 256 games started. Paulius Jankunas is third with 283 starts.

Lukas Lukavicius needs 16 points to reach 2,000 for his career.

 

 

### FC Barcelona

**Streaks**

Nicolas Laprovittola has made at least 1 three-point shot in 15 straight games.

Alex Abrines has made at least 1 three-point shot in nine straight games.

Jabari Parker has scored in double figures and made at least 1 three-point shot in four of his last five games.

Kevin Punter has scored 12 or more points and had a PIR of 14 or more in five straight games.

Punter has made 13 consecutive free throws. He holds the longest streak in EuroLeague history with 69 consecutive made free throws.

Youssoupha Fall has pulled down 5 or more rebounds in five straight games.

Fall has had a PIR of 12 or more in five of his last six games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

Tomas Satoransky ranks second all-time with a 2.8-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Jan Vesely is the all-time leader in two-pointers made with 1,487.

Vesely ranks third all-time with 631 offensive rebounds. Felipe Reyes is second with 705.

Vesely ranks fourth all-time with 1,693 rebounds. Felipe Reyes is third with 1,799.

Vesely ranks eighth all-time with 205 blocks. Georgios Papagiannis of AS Monaco is seventh with 214 and counting.

Vesely is sixth all-time with 3,831 points scored. Sergio Llull of Real Madrid is fifth with 3,951 and counting.

Vesely ranks second all-time with 4,844 index rating points. Nando De Colo of LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne is the all-time leader with 5,054 and counting.

Vesely ranks fourth all-time with 341 steals. Rudy Fernandez is third with 367 steals.

Vesely ranks eighth all-time with 764 free throws made. Nikola Mirotic of EA7 Emporio Armani Milan is seventh with 834 and counting.

Kevin Punter ranks 11th all-time in free-throw accuracy at 89.4%.

Youssoupha Fall ranks 13th all-time in two-point accuracy at 64.7%.

New Barcelona coach Joan Penarroya faces his first test with a trip to Andrea Trinchieri’s Zalgiris.

Game facts: Zalgiris vs. Barcelona

Zalgiris Kaunas v FC Barcelona (2024-10-03T17:00:00.000Z)

The Greek giant has strengthened an already formidable roster with the introduction of explosive guard [Lorenzo Brown](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/panathinaikos-bc-inks-all-euroleague-playmaker-lorenzo-brown/) and two players who have returned to Europe after long spells in the United States: all-action forward [Cedi Osman](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/cedi-osman-joins-panathinaikos-bc/) and big man [Omer Yurtseven](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/panathinaikos-bc-lands-omer-yurtseven/). ALBA has retained the vast majority of last season’s squad which finished rock bottom with a disappointing 5-29 record, and coach Israel Gonzalez will hope to become more competitive through two new signings: [Trevion Williams](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/alba-grabs-all-eurocup-center-trevion-williams/), last season’s rebounding leader in the EuroCup, and Australian guard [Will McDowell-White](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/ru/euroleague/news/will-mcdowell-white-joins-alba-berlin/). Taking on the title holders could not be a tougher start for the German team.

### ALBA Berlin

**Streaks**

Jonas Mattisseck has made 14 consecutive free throws dating back to Round 4 of the 2021-22 season.

Matt Thomas has made at least 1 three-pointer in 14 straight games.

Thomas has made multiple three-pointers in five straight and nine of his last 10 games.

Thomas has scored 10 or more points in six of his last seven games.

Ziga Samar has at had least 1 steal in five straight games.

Khalifa Koumadje has pulled down 5 or more rebounds in five of his last six games.

 

**Records/Milestones**

 Khalifa Koumadje ranks fifth all-time in two-point accuracy at 67.9%.

 

 

 

### Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens

**Streaks**

Mathias Lessort has scored at least 10 points in six of his last seven games.

Lessort has pulled down at least 5 rebounds in seven straight and 21 of his last 22 games.

Lessort has had a PIR of 10 or more in nine straight games.

Kendrick Nunn has scored at least 10 points in six straight and 21 of his last 22 games.

Nunn has made at least 1 three-point shot in 14 of his last 15 games.

Nunn has made multiple three-point shots in 14 of his last 15 games.

Nunn has had a double-digit PIR in 11 of his last 12 games.

Nunn has made 15 consecutive free throws.

Lorenzo Brown has scored at least 10 points in seven straight games.

Brown has had a PIR of 14 or more in six straight games.

Brown has recorded at least 1 steal in six of his last seven games.

Brown has made at least 1 three-point shot in five of his last six games.

 

R**ecords/Milestones**

Kostas Sloukas ranks third all-time with 1,700 assists. Sergio Rodriguez is second with 1,874.

Sloukas is in fifth place all-time with 908 free throws made. Felipe Reyes is fourth with 967.

Sloukas is ranked eighth all-time with 3,697 career points. Sergio Rodriguez is seventh with 3,772.

Sloukas is ranked fourth all-time with 4,588 index rating points. Mike James of AS Monaco is third with 4,723 and counting.

Sloukas ranks 16th all-time in free-throw accuracy at 88.7%.

Marius Grigonis ranks seventh all-time in free-throw accuracy at 90.5%.

Grigonis ranks 19th all-time in three-point accuracy at 43.2%.

Reigning champ Panathinaikos makes an immediate return to the scene of May’s Final Four triumph with a trip to face ALBA Berlin. 

Game facts: ALBA vs. Panathinaikos

ALBA Berlin v Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens (2024-10-03T16:45:00.000Z)

\- This is the first-ever game between these two teams.

\- Zvezda big man Luka Mitrovic and Paris point guard Maodo Lo were teammates at Brose Bamberg in the 2017-18 season.

\- Zvezda playmaker Yago Dos Santos and Paris head coach Tiago Splitter were together with the Brazilian national team – Yago as a player and Splitter as an assistant coach – at the 2024 Paris Olympics this past summer.

After a scintillating season of success in the EuroCup, Paris is more than ready for its EuroLeague debut with a visit from new-look Zvezda.

Game Notes: Paris vs. Zvezda

\- Virtus edged Efes 64-67 in the Play-in Showdown last season after the two teams finished in ninth and tenth place, respectively. Tornike Shengelia paced Virtus with 13 points, while Will Clyburn, who joined Virtus this summer, scored 22 for Efes.

\- Last season in Istanbul, Efes beat Virtus 99-75 in Round 21, with Darius Thompson setting career highs in points (26) and steals (5).

\- Last season in Bologna, Virtus beat Efes 93-81 in Round 6 as Tornike Shengelia earned MVP of the Round honors after collecting 19 points, 6 assists and 5 rebounds for a PIR of 30.

\- When these two teams met in Bologna in the 2022-23 season, the first time they played an official game in more than two decades, Efes held off Virtus 80-85 with Rodrigue Beaubois scoring 19 points and collecting a career-high 8 rebounds.

\- Virtus and Efes played six times during the 1990s, too, and Efes won four of those games.

\- Will Clyburn joined Virtus this summer after spending two seasons with Efes.

\- Efes center Vincent Poirier was a teammate of Virtus forward Tornike Shengelia at Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz for two seasons, from 2017 to 2019.

\- Virtus forward Achille Polonara spent the first half of the 2022-23 season with Efes.

\- Polonara posted career highs in points (23) and assists (6) while playing for Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz against Efes in April 2021.

\- Ante Zizic moved from Efes to Virtus ahead of Round 18 last season after spending a season and a half with Efes.

\- Efes forward Rolands Smits has played under Virtus coach Luca Banchi and been a teammate of Virtus's Andrejs Graziulis with the Latvian national team.

\- Rodrigue Beaubois dished a career-best 7 assists in Efes's home win over Virtus in March 2023.

\- Efes guard Elijah Bryant grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds, all on the defensive end, against Virtus in March 2023.

\- Virtus guard Daniel Hackett posted his career highs in points (31) and triples made (6) while playing for CSKA Moscow against Efes in February 2022.

After falling in the first edition of the play-in tournament last season, Virtus is hungry for even more as it welcomes the always dangerous Efes. 