“It’s a good game, this is what we expected from them” – Kendrick Nunn reacts after delivering in Game 1, as Panathinaikos takes the opening step against Valencia. The Greens’ guard reflects on a physical, hard-fought matchup and the level they expected from their opponent, setting the tone for what promises to be a demanding playoff series.
Panathinaikos set the tone with aggressive defense and controlled the glass early, as Coach Ergin Ataman highlighted a disciplined, confident performance.
Pedro Martínez reflected on Valencia’s narrow Game 1 loss to Panathinaikos as a physical, detail-driven playoff battle where missed shots and early nerves led to a “mental struggle.” He acknowledged the team’s frustration but stressed professionalism and quick refocus, noting that despite improved second-half effort, small moments decided the game. Martínez emphasized staying confident in their identity, accepting the tougher offensive conditions of playoff basketball, and focusing on adjustments ahead of Game 2.