Cyprus Times

Decision Looms for Ataman's Future at Panathinaikos

Published January 18, 2026, 13:06
Decision Looms for Ataman's Future at Panathinaikos

Recent poor performances by Panathinaikos in the EuroLeague have led to increased criticism of coach Ergin Ataman and the team's roster. Despite initial support from Dimitris Giannakopoulos, the management is seriously considering a coaching change at the end of the season if Panathinaikos fails to win the European title at the OAKA. The same logic appears to apply to Olympiacos and Giorgos Bartzokas. This discussion has been reignited by Zeljko Obradovic's return to the market after leaving Partizan, while the future of Vasilis Spanoulis at Monaco is also uncertain. The decision regarding the future of the two coaches is expected to be crucial for the next season of Greek teams in the EuroLeague.