Obradović and Itoudis Reunite as Rivals in EuroLeague Clash
Translated & summarized from Sport5 by baba
Hapoel Tel Aviv will play Panathinaikos in a EuroLeague game tonight, marking a reunion between coaches Željko Obradović and Dimitris Itoudis. The two have a long history, with Itoudis serving as Obradović's assistant at Panathinaikos from 1999 to 2012, during which they won multiple titles. Their personal relationship is also strong, with Obradović being the godfather to Itoudis's daughter. Itoudis has a slight advantage in their past head-to-head matchups.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Hapoel Tel Aviv faces Panathinaikos in a EuroLeague game tonight.
- The game features a reunion of coaches Željko Obradović and Dimitris Itoudis.
- Obradović and Itoudis previously worked together at Panathinaikos from 1999 to 2012.
- Their successful partnership led to multiple championships for Panathinaikos.
- Itoudis has a winning record in previous head-to-head coaching matchups against Obradović.
Hapoel Tel Aviv is set to face Panathinaikos in a challenging EuroLeague game tonight at the OAKA arena. The matchup will feature a reunion between two long-time friends and respected coaches, Željko Obradović and Dimitris Itoudis, who will be on opposing benches.
Their shared history began in 1999 when Itoudis became Obradović's assistant coach at Panathinaikos. Together, they led the Greek club to an era of dominance, securing 11 domestic league titles, seven cups, and five European championships between 2000 and 2011. Itoudis eventually pursued his own coaching career in 2012.
Obradović has spoken highly of their past collaboration, describing Itoudis as a trusted assistant with significant autonomy. Their bond extends beyond the court; Obradović was the godfather to Itoudis's daughter, Alexandra, and they served as best men at each other's weddings.
Historically, Itoudis has had a slight edge in their head-to-head coaching duels, winning six out of eleven games. This includes a previous victory over Obradović's Partizan team when Itoudis coached Hapoel Tel Aviv, defeating them 97-84 in Sofia. Tonight, Itoudis returns to the OAKA arena, the former home of his mentorship, aiming for another win against his former mentor.
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