Obradovic's first comment on match-fixing allegations

Panathinaikos head coach Zeliko Obradovic responded to the current allegations at a press conference after his team's 85-79 EuroLeague win over Baskonia.

Obradovic said there had been a lot of news about the allegations and that this was not only happening in Greece, but that similar developments had occurred across Europe. He said some people had called him to get information about the events before him, and the coach stressed that he did not really know what was happening.

Obradovic said it was therefore not appropriate for him to comment on the matter. His statement suggested that the process would generate continued interest around the club and in the press.

Meanwhile, in Greece, six people, including Basketball Federation President Vangelis Liolios and EuroLeague referee Vasiliki Tsaroucha, were taken into custody on suspicion of match-fixing and bribery. Developments will be followed with new statements depending on the outcome of the investigation.