Estrengthened with Kostas Papanikolaou, Giannoulis Larentzakis and Panagiotis Kalaitzakis, the National Men’s Basketball team will appear in Sunday’s match against M. Great Britain in Pylaia (18.30) for the EuroBasket 2025 qualifiers.
Papanikolaou and Larentzakis played in Olympiakos’ victory over Baskonia on Thursday night, while Kalaitzakis will play in tonight’s match between Panathinaikos and Zalgiris in Kaunas. The three players will be integrated into the National Team on Saturday.
On the contrary, the rest of the internationals of Olympiakos, Panathinaikos and other teams were not invited Euroleague.
The morning squad will be completed with players from the squad that played yesterday in London and was defeated 73-72: Lountzis, Moraitis, Muratos, Mitrou-Long, Poulianitis, Toliopoulos, Avdalas, Mantzoukas, Kouseloglou, Hougaz, Karagiannidis, Zougris. Finally, Vassilis Spanoulis also counts Karakostas, Netzipoglou, Tanoulis, who did not travel to England.
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**Considering the recent narrow defeat to Great Britain, what specific tactical adjustments or gameplay improvements should the Greek National Team focus on to ensure a favorable outcome in the upcoming rematch? **
## World Today News Exclusive: Inside the Hellenic National Basketball Team
**Welcome back to World Today News!** We’re joined today by two esteemed basketball analysts to dissect the latest developments surrounding the Greek National Basketball team ahead of its crucial EuroBasket 2025 qualifier against Great Britain.
**Joining us are:**
* [Guest 1 Name], a former professional basketball player and renowned commentator known for their insightful analysis.
* [Guest 2 Name], a sports journalist specializing in Greek basketball, offering deep knowledge of the domestic and international game.
**Let’s break down this exciting moment.**
**I. Roster Shake-ups and EuroLeague Implications**
* **Host:** This latest National Team roster sees an intriguing mix of fresh faces and experienced veterans. Tell us about the significance of bringing in Kostas Papanikolaou, Giannoulis Larentzakis, and Panagiotis Kalaitzakis. What strengths do they bring, and how might this impact the team’s dynamics?
* **Host:** On the flip side, several key players from EuroLeague teams like Olympiakos and Panathinaikos are conspicuously absent. Was this a strategic decision by the coach, and what message does it send about the National Team’s priorities?
**II. The London Result and Lessons Learned**
* **Host:** The National team recently suffered a narrow defeat to Great Britain in London. How crucial is this rematch for rebuilding confidence and momentum? What specific areas need addressing to turn the tide?
* **Host:** What were the biggest takeaways from the London game? Were there any surprise performances or unexpected weaknesses exposed that need to be addressed?
**III. Looking Ahead: Expectations and Potential**
* **Host:** With the EuroBasket 2025 qualifiers heating up, what are the realistic expectations for this Greek team? Can they overcome the recent setback and secure their spot in the main tournament?
* **Host:** The young players like Lountzis and Mantzoukas showed promise in the London game. What potential do they hold for the future of Greek basketball?
**IV. Open Floor:Your Insights**
* **Host:** We’ve covered a lot of ground. Is there anything else you’d like to add about the current state of the Greek National Team or its prospects in the upcoming games?
**Final Thoughts and Farewell**
* **Host:** Thank you both for sharing your expertise and providing such a fascinating insight into the world of Greek basketball. We wish the National Team the very best in their match against Great Britain.
**And we’ll be back with more exciting interviews and analysis soon, only on World Today News!**
