Olympiacos won 96-86 against Real Madrid, solidifying their position as the EuroLeague frontrunner after 22 games.
The Piraeus-based team extended its winning streak to seven, showcasing stellar performances from key players like Evan Fournier, who led with 28 points and five three-pointers.
The Greek team dominated for 35 minutes, building a 20-point lead before Real mounted a late comeback, reducing the deficit to eight points. However, Olympiacos held firm, maintaining their momentum and securing the win, which brought them closer to securing home-court advantage for the playoffs.
Key Highlights:
- Evan Fournier’s Heroics: Fournier delivered a masterclass performance, dismantling Real Madrid’s defence with 28 points, including clutch three-pointers.
- Team Contributions: Milutinov (13 points, eight rebounds), Vezenkov (13 points, nine rebounds), and Vildoza (11 points, six assists) played pivotal roles in Olympiacos’ victory.
- Three-Point Precision: Olympiacos excelled from beyond the arc, shooting 53.3%, compared to Real Madrid’s 27.6%.
- Real Madrid’s Fightback: Despite trailing by 22 points in the fourth quarter, Real Madrid reduced the margin to eight, but their efforts fell short.
The match began with Real Madrid taking an early lead, powered by Tavares, but Olympiacos quickly countered with sharp three-point shooting. By halftime, Olympiacos held a nine-point lead (38-47), which they extended in the third quarter thanks to Fournier’s long-range shooting.
Although Real Madrid rallied late in the game, Olympiacos maintained composure, with crucial contributions from Milutinov and McKissick sealing the win.
Quarter Scores:
1st: 19-22 | 2nd: 38-47 | 3rd: 54-73 | Final: 86-96
Top Performers:
- Olympiacos: Fournier (28 points), Milutinov (13 points, 8 rebounds), Vezenkov (13 points, 9 rebounds), Vildoza (11 points, 6 assists).
- Real Madrid: Hezonja (17 points, 7 rebounds), Musa (14 points), Tavares (10 points, 8 rebounds).
Olympiacos remains the team to beat this EuroLeague season. They showcase depth, resilience, and star performances as they continue their push toward championship glory.