Panathinaikos prevailed over Anadolu Efes with a score of 97-62, and Ergin Ataman, in his statements, referred to the "Greens'" victory, as well as the upcoming match against Monaco in the EuroLeague Play-In.
He also mentioned the playoffs, saying that he couldn't think about them and that the only thing on his mind was the game against the Monegasques.
In detail, what Ergin Ataman said:
"It was a different game; we needed it to have home-court advantage in the play-in. Obviously, I'm not happy that we'll play in the play-in, but we have to accept reality and be ready to qualify for the Playoffs.
Today we played good basketball at times. Rogavopoulos had a good game, Lessort was good under the basket. The season continues, our goals are still there. In this wonderful atmosphere, we will play against Monaco, an excellent team. We need a full stadium. We want to win to prepare for the Playoffs.
We have to continue step-by-step. This regular season was very tough for everyone. The play-in teams are very strong. Barcelona, Red Star. I'm focused on taking the next step in the Play-in; I can't think about the Playoffs. We will concentrate on Tuesday's game."