The European struggle for supremacy in Asia is set to commence, with Abu Dhabi’s “Itihad Arena” eagerly awaiting the exciting start of the Euroleague playoffs tonight.

Tonight’s highlight features a thrilling clash between Greek and Turkish titans, as the reigning European champions, Panathinaikos, take on Anadolu Efes at 20:30 PM.

Other quarter-final matchups include Fenerbahçe vs. Paris, Monaco vs. Barcelona, and Olympiacos vs. Real Madrid. While all these clashes promise excitement, the spotlight is firmly on the Panathinaikos and Efes encounter.

Luka Banki, head coach of the Turkish squad, shares this sentiment.

“This series is unique, and there are numerous reasons for this – foremost is our return to the playoffs after two years,” Banki stated. He added:

“Secondly, we come into these matchups riding a streak of eight consecutive victories, facing Efes, the embodiment of Turkish basketball, under the guidance of the talented Ergin Ataman.”

Furthermore, the Turkish coach emphasizes the importance of Euroleague MVP, Kendrick Nunn, in their pursuit of the championship.

“I’m firmly convinced that Kendrick Nunn is deserving of the MVP title, and he will guide our team to the Final Four and ultimately, the trophy,” Ataman affirmed.

The first two games of this series will take place at “OAKA Arena,” with the third and potentially fourth games held in Istanbul. Should the series extend to a final, Athens will again be the host city.

Additionally, the opening night of the playoffs features another intriguing matchup, as Fenerbahçe hosts Paris, the season’s most captivating story, in the largest city of Turkey.

The remaining two quarter-final games are scheduled for tomorrow.

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Today’s Matchups

Fenerbahçe – Paris (19:45 PM)

Panathinaikos – Anadolu Efes (20:30 PM)

Wednesday’s Matches

Monaco – Barcelona (19:00 PM)

Olympiacos – Real Madrid (20:30 PM)

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