Olympiacos Mounts Fourth-Quarter Comeback Against Madrid
Olympiacos orchestrated a dramatic fourth-quarter surge to defeat Madrid 92-85, overturning a four-point deficit entering the final period into a decisive victory.
In this regular-season clash at the Telekom Center in Athens, the Reds demonstrated remarkable resilience, clinging to a narrow 46-44 lead at halftime.
The game's decisive swing occurred in the fourth quarter, where Olympiacos outscored Madrid 31-20 to seal the win. This surge was fuelled by a potent offensive display from their bench, which amassed 61 points compared to Madrid's 28. Olympiacos's efficient 52% field goal shooting and 50% three-point accuracy proved vital, alongside their ability to force 17 turnovers from their opponents.
Evan Fournier, coming off the bench, led the charge with 20 points and 5 rebounds, complemented by Alec Peters's 16 points and 7 rebounds, underscoring the profound impact of the reserve unit.
For Madrid, Trey Lyles was a standout with 24 points and 8 rebounds, while Mario Hezonja added 19 points and 5 assists, but their efforts ultimately fell short against Olympiacos's late-game intensity.
This victory provides a significant boost for Olympiacos as they continue their push towards the playoffs.