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Nikos PERSIDIS

PAOK B.C./SF

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Nikos Persidis is a Greek small forward for PAOK B.C., embodying the tough, team-first mentality synonymous with the club. The 30-year-old veteran, born September 8, 1995, stands at 6'7" and wears number 18. Persidis' career has been deeply connected to Greek basketball, coming through the youth ranks of PAOK and spending nearly his entire professional life with the club. His early years were marked by development loans to second-division teams, where he honed his defensive skills and three-point shooting. He earned a permanent spot in the PAOK first team by becoming a reliable "3-and-D" specialist. His key moments include several game-winning defensive stops in the Greek Basket League playoffs and a career-high 25-point game where he hit seven three-pointers. While a Greek Cup title has eluded him so far, he has been a consistent part of PAOK's runs in European competitions like the Basketball Champions League. Persidis is a fan favorite in Thessaloniki, known for his unwavering hustle and loyalty to the club. His playing style is not flashy but fundamentally sound, focusing on defensive intensity, smart cuts, and spot-up shooting, making him an invaluable role player for his hometown team.

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