Panathinaikos Athens and Alba Berlin Face Defeats in European Basketball Competitions

Panathinaikos Athens triumphs over FC Bayern in the Euroleague, while Alba Berlin's women struggle in their Eurocup debut against VBW Gdynia.

Panathinaikos Athens secured a 94-79 victory over FC Bayern in the Euroleague, showcasing their strong roster of former NBA players.
FC Bayern faced challenges with key player injuries, impacting their performance despite a resilient comeback attempt in the third and fourth quarters.
Alba Berlin's women's team lost 44-61 to Poland's VBW Gdynia in their Eurocup debut, highlighting the physicality and experience of their opponents.
Despite the defeat, Alba Berlin's captain Lena Gohlisch expressed pride in the team's journey from regional leagues to European competition.
Both Panathinaikos and Alba Berlin aim to learn from these experiences as they continue their respective European campaigns.