Panathinaikos Runs Riot Over AO Mykonou in Greek Basket League Rout

Athens, Greece – May 16, 2026 – Panathinaikos AKTOR continued their dominant march through the Greek Basket League, dismantling AO Mykonou 99-75 at OAKA Indoor Hall. The Greens showcased their championship pedigree, overwhelming the newly promoted side with stifling defense and efficient offense from the opening whistle.

Match Summary

Panathinaikos never trailed, building a 21-point lead by halftime and coasting to their 24th win of the season. AO Mykonou, playing only their second season in the top flight, showed flashes of promise but were outclassed by the depth and experience of the perennial powerhouse. The 24-point margin matched Panathinaikos’s largest win of the campaign.

Key Moments

• Blistering Start: Panathinaikos opened 12-2 behind three consecutive three-pointers from guard Jerian Grant, forcing an early Mykonou timeout.
• First-Half Domination: By the break, the Greens held a 55-34 advantage, shooting 61% from the field and limiting Mykonou to 13-of-36 shooting.
• Second-Half Cruise: Mykonou briefly trimmed the gap to 16 points midway through the third, but Panathinaikos responded with a 15-4 run capped by a thunderous dunk from center Mathias Lessort.

Standout Performers

Kendrick Nunn led all scorers with 23 points on 8-of-13 shooting, including 4-of-6 from beyond the arc. Dinos Mitoglou added a double-double (18 points, 11 rebounds), controlling the boards at both ends. For AO Mykonou, guard Antonio Jordan tallied 20 points and 5 assists, but received little support as only one other teammate reached double figures.

Tactical Analysis

Panathinaikos coach Ergin Ataman deployed a aggressive high-pressure defense that forced 18 turnovers, converting them into 26 points. Offensively, the Greens moved the ball crisply, recording 26 assists on 39 made baskets. Mykonou’s zone defense was repeatedly exposed by backdoor cuts and skip passes. On offense, Mykonou relied heavily on isolation plays, but Panathinaikos’s length and rotations limited their second-chance opportunities (only 6 offensive rebounds allowed).

Season and Table Context

The victory solidifies Panathinaikos’s hold on second place in the Greek Basket League standings (24-3), trailing only Olympiacos (25-2) with five games remaining. The Greens remain on pace for a top-two finish and home-court advantage in the playoffs. For Mykonou (9-18), the loss deepens their relegation fears; they now sit 11th, just two points above the drop zone, with a critical home game against bottom side Larisa next week.

Panathinaikos next travel to Peristeri on May 19, while Mykonou will host Lavrio in a must-win relegation battle.