Lessort: I looked for solutions to influence the game in the final minutes

Panathinaikos defeated Armani Milano 80-75 in a Euroleague game played in Athens. With the win, the team improved to 7-1 and became the sole leader of the tournament.

French center Mathias Lessort was one of the most prominent players for the green-and-whites. Lessort produced 13 points, 11 rebounds and 1 assist. The player stood out as one of the key figures of the match with 6 offensive rebounds.

Lessort recalled the three crucial offensive rebounds he grabbed in the final moments of the game. The French player noted that on the last possession, the opponent's best shooter took an open shot and the ball missed the rim. Lessort emphasized that these rebounds created extra possessions and gave his team some breathing room.

The French center explained that because the opponent's defense was tight, he could not get much contact with the ball in the second half. For that reason, he said, he looked for different ways to influence the game. Lessort also added that after a rebound he needs to make better decisions with the ball.

Panathinaikos's win also gained significance with the return of Kendrick Nunn. Lessort said Nunn is a player who makes a difference in the closing minutes and expressed that the team is happy with his return.