Cory Joseph had the best performance of the season

Olympiacos beat Dubai 101-72 in their match at SUNEL Arena. For the home side, 35-year-old Canadian guard Cory Joseph recorded 12 points, his highest offensive contribution of the season. Joseph made 6 shots from the field, played 25 minutes and 50 seconds, and stood out with a PIR rating of 13.

With this total, Joseph surpassed his previous season high of 7 points. He had also scored 7 points this season against Barcelona and Fenerbahce. It should be noted that his career high is 13 points, and he came close to matching it. That record was set on April 28, 2026, in Game 1 of last season's Euroleague playoffs against Monaco.

After the match, Joseph said he was pleased to hear the fans chanting his name. Reminding that Olympiacos scored 57 points in the first half, Joseph credited this to their strong defensive performance and easy baskets. When asked whether the game was a statement, he answered "100 percent." Joseph said that things had not gone the way they wanted at some points in the season, and that the team did not take the court with their backs against the wall, but with serious motivation. He added that they came to play hard.

Olympiacos' next match is on November 15 at 17:30 in Alexandreio against Aris. Joseph noted that the opponent beat Panathinaikos two weeks ago and is a strong team. He said Aris is a very talented and well-prepared side, and that they need to come ready. He also praised Sasha Vezenkov, saying his basketball IQ is extraordinary and that he scores in a way similar to the impact of Tim Duncan.