Cyprus Times

Statement-Fire: "This Could Dismiss Ataman from Panathinaikos"

Published March 6, 2026, 12:09
Statement-Fire: "This Could Dismiss Ataman from Panathinaikos"

The future of Ergin Ataman at Panathinaikos was extensively discussed in a Q&A on Basketnews. Journalists Gytis Blaževičius and Rytis Visniauskas analyzed the criteria for the Turkish coach's success. Ataman has set high goals, stating he will resign if he doesn't reach the EuroLeague Final Four, while his demands also include winning either the EuroLeague or the Greek championship. Reaching the Final Four and winning the Greek championship will be considered a success, while failure in the Greek championship could jeopardize his position. The Greek championship is considered a decisive factor, as the EuroLeague is a single game, while the series of games shows the coach's value.