EuroLeague Roundup: Olympiacos Nears Top Spot, Milan’s Playoff Hopes Dashed

Olympiacos Defeats Alba Berlin

In the concluding match of Round 33 of the EuroLeague, Olympiacos secured a crucial 100-92 victory over Alba Berlin. This win places Olympiacos on the brink of securing the top seed in the playoffs, boasting only ten losses thus far in the season—compared to 11 losses for their nearest competitor, Fenerbahce. Notably, if the two teams finish tied, Fenerbahce would claim the top seed due to their head-to-head record. Throughout the game, Alba Berlin struggled significantly and has officially locked in the last spot in the standings for this season. Alec Peters shined brightly for Olympiacos, contributing an impressive 33 points.

Anadolu Efes Climbs with Overtime Victory

Anadolu Efes edged past Red Star Belgrade in a tightly contested 97-96 match that went to overtime. This hard-fought win keeps Anadolu Efes in the eighth spot, a strategic position as the eighth seed requires only start win to progress from the play-in round, whereas the ninth seed would need two victories. Both teams traded scoring runs, with Anadolu Efes maintaining a record identical to that of seventh-seeded Barcelona and sixth-seeded Real Madrid, allowing their playoff aspirations to remain alive. Elijah Bryant, a former player for Maccabi Tel Aviv, was pivotal for the Turkish side, trading a strong performance with 17 points and eight rebounds.

Bologna Hands Milan a Heartbreaking Loss

Virtus Bologna delivered a stunning 90-70 defeat to Milan, leaving the Italian club’s playoff chances extinguished. Milan entered this match in desperate need of a victory to keep their play-in hopes alive; however, their dismal performance against a team with no playoff stakes further compounded their struggles. The defeat marked Milan’s 17th of the season, while Paris, currently in the tenth position, has 15 losses. With only two rounds remaining, the odds are decidedly against Milan. Matt Morgan led Bologna’s successful outing with 16 points, while Snagalia added 14.

Baskonia’s Dominance Over Lyon-Villeurbanne

In another noteworthy match, Baskonia overwhelmed Villeurbanne with a commanding score of 111-75. This game served primarily as a formality, with Baskonia showcasing its strength as the regular season approaches its conclusion.

With only start round left in the EuroLeague season, teams are feeling the pressure to secure their positions in the playoffs. The round has dramatically altered the standings, especially for Milan, who must now reflect on their season while Olympiacos celebrates continued success.

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