Current Situation
Olympiacos is currently navigating long-term absences of players due to injuries. The team recently played to a goalless draw against PAOK at the G. Karaiskakis on Matchday 24, which highlighted their ongoing challenges.
As they prepare for the upcoming EuroLeague games, Olympiacos holds a record of 19-10 in the 2025-26 EuroLeague Regular Season. This record reflects their competitive performance despite the difficulties posed by injuries.
Player Updates
In a recent update, head coach Giorgos Bartzokas confirmed that Sasha Vezenkov and Monte Morris have been cleared to travel with the team for the EuroLeague matches. Bartzokas stated, “Vezenkov and Morris will definitely follow [with the team], as well as the others who were missing today because they weren’t eligible to play.” This news brings some relief to the squad as they look to bolster their lineup.
However, the status of Thomas Walkup remains uncertain. Bartzokas remarked, “Walkup is a difficult case; I don’t think he’ll make the trip.” This uncertainty adds to the challenges faced by Olympiacos as they prepare for their next games.
Additionally, Keenan Evans and Moustapha Fall are both recovering from surgeries, with Evans having undergone left Achilles surgery and Fall recovering from left knee surgery. Their availability for the upcoming matches is still unclear.
Looking Ahead
Olympiacos recently secured a domestic victory over PAOK at the Peace and Friendship Stadium, which may serve as a morale booster for the team. As they move forward, the focus will be on managing player fitness and ensuring that they can field a competitive team.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the availability of other players who missed the last game, but there is hope that they might be ready for the second game of the trip. The team will need to adapt quickly to the evolving situation as they aim to maintain their performance in the EuroLeague.