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Basketball – Europe - Eurocup - 2025/2026 season (16. round)
28. January 2026. 19:30h
Panionios vs London Lions
Glyfada Municipal Sports Center, Glyfada, GR
2026
28
January
Photo by: Domagoj Skledar/ arhiva (vlastita)
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EuroCup basketball spectacle in Glyfada

As part of Basketball - Europe - EuroCup, season 2025./2026., Round 16, the matchup Panionios vs London Lions is on the schedule— a game that carries both competitive weight and a strong fan charge. It is played at the Glyfada Municipal Sports Center in Glyfada, at Fivis 14, with tip-off set for 28.01.2026 at 19:30, in a slot that in Athens traditionally draws a full stand and a loud backdrop. On nights like these, ticket sales usually move faster than many expect, because EuroCup games carry a special status both for the home crowd and for travelers who want to combine sport and city. That’s why it’s important to think ahead, especially if you want to choose your seat in the stands or come in a larger group. Secure your tickets now! The simplest way is to click the button labeled

that will be placed below, and interest in tickets typically grows as game day approaches. In Glyfada you can often feel that distinctive Athenian mix of urban energy and sea air, so the game becomes an all-evening experience, not just a sports time slot on the calendar.

EuroCup context and why Round 16 is especially sensitive

The EuroCup season 2025./2026. is structured so that the group phase is played until mid-February, followed by the playoffs in which home-court advantage and a top-table position have great practical value. In each group, the top six advance, with first and second place earning a direct berth in the quarterfinals, while positions three through six fight through the Round of 16 against opponents from the other group—again with the important home-hosting logic for the higher-seeded teams. That is exactly why Round 16 is often talked about as the part of the season when points are no longer collected just for prestige, but also for mathematical peace of mind, i.e., realistic scenarios for the continuation of the competition. London Lions currently hold 7th place with a 5-7 record, while Panionios are in 10th place at 1-11, which makes this game important for both directions of the story—those trying to stay connected and those seeking a turnaround and a new run. The record gap doesn’t mean the atmosphere is decided in advance, because in the EuroCup the home floor can be a factor that flips perception and rhythm. That’s why tickets are not just entry into the arena, but entry into one of those nights when the crowd literally pushes the team through the tough minutes—exactly the kind of games fans remember for years.
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London Lions: identity, roster depth, and how they create an edge

London Lions enter the EuroCup season with a clear ambition to be competitive on the road, because without away wins it’s hard to keep pace in the middle of the table where one streak can change everything. Their statistical picture suggests a team that averages about 76.9 points, with a solid overall performance and an emphasis on efficiency on two-point shots, where they are at 54.8 percent, and a respectable 35.8 percent from three-point range. Such a profile often means the offense isn’t dependent on one hand, but on proper ball movement, recognizing mismatch situations, and punishing mistakes in rotations. Names like Kameron McGusty and Tarik Phillip stand out on the roster—players who can create off the dribble, but also keep the rhythm when the game enters the phase of runs and mini-runs. If the Lions impose controlled aggression on the ball and force Panionios into additional turnovers, they can get easy points in transition, and then the arena atmosphere heats up even more because every three-pointer or dunk changes the emotional temperature of the stands. Precisely because of that potential for attractive stretches, tickets for this event carry additional value, because the spectator gets a game that can explode in a short time and offer a sequence of plays that people retell.

Panionios: home court as a lever for a comeback and the search for a breakthrough game

At this point of the season, Panionios are looking for a game that would change the tone of the entire campaign, because a 1-11 record calls for both an emotional reset and a tactical step forward. They average about 75.1 points, with 48.7 percent on two-point shots and 30.0 percent from three, so it’s clear where room for improvement opens up, especially in shooting runs that often decide EuroCup nights. Still, Panionios have characteristics that become more visible on their home floor, such as rebounding energy where they average about 34.7 total rebounds, and an assist output of around 17.3 per game, which suggests the offense can have flow when the right rhythm is found. Figures like Jaylen Hands and Keron DeShields assert themselves on the team—players who can change the course of a matchup through drives, drawn fouls, and momentum on both ends of the floor. The home crowd in Glyfada often bonds with such profiles, because it likes players who step into the duel and don’t shy away from contact, and then ticket sales get an extra push, especially among fans who want to be part of a night in which a turnaround is being sought. If Panionios manage to reduce oscillations and avoid black holes in the offense, this game can become the point of the season that changes the mood of the locker room and the stands.

What the first head-to-head says and what lessons carry over to Glyfada

The season has already brought one direct meeting between these opponents, and the result was convincing in favor of London Lions, who won 97-72, with a strong pace through the first three quarters and control of the game to the end. In that matchup, the Lions built the advantage by quarters through stretches of 24-18, 31-17, and 24-13, which clearly shows how important it is for Panionios to withstand the pressure and stay in scoring contact before entering the finish. The most highlighted name of the game is listed as Joel Scott with 25 PIR, while for Panionios Keron DeShields had a notable performance, and on the list of key scorers for the Lions names also appear such as J. Scott, K. Deshields, and M. Starks. Such data are not only a reminder of the past, but also a concrete preparation map, because Panionios now know where they suffered most, and the Lions know which rotations and matchups already delivered results. In Glyfada, with a different ambience and a different pressure from the crowd, the role of discipline becomes even greater, because the home side as a rule draws extra energy from every defensive series and every secured rebound. That’s exactly why fans often want tickets specifically for rematches like this, because they carry a story, emotion, and extra motivation on the floor—and you can feel it from the first minute.
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The numbers that best explain the style: shooting, rebounding, turnovers

If team averages are compared, you can see that the difference between the teams lies in details that in the EuroCup can be decisive, especially in two-point efficiency and in controlling turnovers. London Lions are at 54.8 percent on two-point shots, while Panionios are at 48.7 percent, and there is also a difference in three-point shooting, where the Lions have 35.8 percent and Panionios 30.0 percent, which in practice means a few made or missed shots that can turn the course of the game. On the other hand, Panionios have a slightly better assist average and a slight advantage in total rebounding, which suggests they can create a good offensive rhythm when the ball goes from hand to hand and when they attack the second chance via the offensive rebound. Turnovers are especially interesting, because London have a higher average of lost balls, and that opens space for Panionios to get easy points through more aggressive pressure on the ball and lift the arena to its feet. In such a scenario, every defensive steal or block becomes a spark that ignites the crowd, and then the story about tickets gains meaning, because the spectator doesn’t come only to watch the result but to participate in the rhythm of the game. If the game opens in a tough tone, with a lot of contact and battling in the paint, the key will be who better turns small advantages into scoring runs, and there the Lions usually look for stability through efficient shooting.

Key matchups on the floor: backcourt line, the paint, and bench energy

In matchups of this profile, the backcourt line most often decides, because it dictates the tempo, chooses when to go in transition, and when to drop into a set offense and play through screens. Panionios will build much of their hope on Jaylen Hands and on the options he opens when he breaks the first line of defense, because then come switches, rotations, and chances for an outside shot or for the bigs to attack in the paint. London Lions can answer in that segment with a combination of creators and scorers, with Kameron McGusty and Tarik Phillip able to take the load when the game enters a run of trading basket for basket. In the paint, it’s important how pick and roll will be defended and how rebounding will be controlled, because Panionios need to earn additional possessions, while the Lions want to finish possessions with a clean rebound and immediately open the fast break. Benches in the EuroCup often decide, because the rhythm of the season and travel pushes coaches to rotate, and it’s precisely there that width and experience show—who can keep the quality when the starters sit. For fans, that is often the most interesting part, because in those minutes an unexpected hero is created, and tickets become entry into a night where it’s not only the star that is remembered, but also the move by a player who spent ten minutes on the floor yet changed the momentum.

Glyfada Municipal Sports Center: capacity, history, and the stands experience

Glyfada Municipal Sports Center, also known under the more official name National Athletic Center Glyfada Makis Liougas, is located in Glyfada in Athens, at Fivis 14, and has been part of the city’s sports story for decades. The arena opened in 1970, has been renovated multiple times including a major refurbishment in 2022, and the basketball capacity is cited at around 3,500 spectators, with a combination of permanent and additional seating, which is ideal for creating a compact, loud atmosphere. That compact feeling often means every crowd reaction is heard more strongly, and the players on the floor feel the pressure and energy from up close, which is a big difference compared with larger arenas where the sound disperses. In such an environment, ticket sales get an extra impulse, because the number of seats is not infinite, and a quality view from the stands quickly becomes sought-after, especially for games with an international guest. Tickets for this matchup disappear quickly, so buy your tickets in time. Clicking the button labeled
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below is the fastest way to secure tickets for this event and plan your arrival without stress. For an audience that loves being part of a European basketball night, Glyfada is a location that offers both true sports intensity and the feeling that you’re literally next to the court—and that’s memorable.

Glyfada as an urban backdrop: Athens by the sea and game-day rhythm

Glyfada is one of the most recognizable points of the Athens Riviera, urban and maritime in the same frame, with promenades, cafés, and shopping streets that give a special tone to days when a big game is played. It is about sixteen kilometers from the Acropolis, but mentally it’s a different world, more oriented toward the sea, walks, and a night out, so many fans and travelers like to combine the game with an afternoon by the coast. That city context matters for the ticket experience too, because the ticket is not just a sports document but a reason to spend a whole evening in Athens, from lunch to the final buzzer. In such an ambience, you can often feel the local crowd gathering earlier, because around the arena and the surrounding streets a recognizable bustle forms, and conversations about lineups and team form are heard in cafés as if it were a derby of the domestic league. For away fans, especially those coming to follow London Lions, Glyfada is practical because it is logistically accessible and offers plenty to do before and after the game. If you want to experience that rhythm properly, it’s best to secure tickets earlier, because later buying can mean a compromise on seating and timing, and in the EuroCup details often make the difference in the experience.

Arrival and planning: how to make your evening in Athens easier

For visitors coming from other parts of Athens, one attractive option is the coastal tram that connects the wider center and the coastline toward Glyfada, and many choose it precisely for its simplicity and the fact that the ride along the coast already creates the mood before the game. Alternatively, there are bus lines and taxi transport, and for those arriving by car the most important thing is to account for evening traffic peaks, especially when multiple events overlap in the city. A practical tip is to arrive earlier, because on EuroCup days heavier traffic often builds around the arena, and ticketing, checks, and entry into the stands can take time when people show up at the last minute. If you’re traveling from outside Athens, it’s good to align accommodation and your arrival route in advance, because that will allow you to meet the game without rushing and focus on the experience. In such planning, tickets are a key item, because when tickets are secured in time, everything else becomes simpler and the day is easier to organize. Buy tickets via the button below and click
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as soon as it becomes visible, because that avoids last-minute stress and leaves more room to enjoy the city and the atmosphere.

What the crowd can expect: pace, emotion, and a European clash of styles

Panionios as the host carry that typical Greek emotionality, where the crowd reacts to every defense, every rebound, and every referee decision, so the game is often played on the level of psychology as well. London Lions arrive with the identity of a team that wants to stay calm in an away environment, rely on efficiency, offensive depth, and the ability to punish mistakes—often a recipe for an away win in the EuroCup. When those two energies collide, you get a game that has phases of control and phases of explosion, and that’s exactly when you see how important the bench is and how well coaches read changes in rhythm. The crowd in the arena often becomes an extra player, especially if Panionios catch a run through defense and force the visitors into tough shots, because then the whole court speeds up and every possession gains extra weight. On the other hand, if London Lions find a shooting rhythm and start hitting from outside at their 35.8 percent, the game can turn into a chase to stay connected and a fight for every possession until the last minutes. That’s why tickets for this game carry the promise of uncertainty and intensity, and spectators often say that European basketball is best felt precisely in away games like these, where styles and cultures collide on the same court. On such nights, it’s not uncommon for neutral fans to be in the stands too, because they want to feel what the EuroCup rhythm in Athens by the sea means.

Practical information for visitors and a reminder of the most important details

The game Panionios vs London Lions is played as part of the EuroCup season 2025./2026., Round 16, and the host venue is the Glyfada Municipal Sports Center in Glyfada, at Fivis 14, a location known for its compact stand layout and loud atmosphere. Tip-off is 28.01.2026 at 19:30, so the recommendation is to plan arrival with enough buffer, especially if you want to calmly find your entrance, take your seat, and feel the warm-up that often already announces the tone of the evening. If you’re coming for the first time, Glyfada is convenient because it has a clear urban structure and plenty of nearby amenities, so you can combine a walk and the game without feeling locked into only a sports route. For fans who want to catch the best atmosphere, tickets are key, because EuroCup games in this arena have limited capacity, and demand tends to rise as the match day approaches. Ticket sales are available and the most important thing is to click the button labeled
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when you see it below, so you can secure your tickets in time and avoid last-days uncertainty. When tickets are sorted, all that remains is to enjoy an evening of basketball in Athens, in a clash that carries both the competitive pressure of the table and that special charm of European away basketball.

Sources:
- Euroleaguebasketball.net - EuroCup Standings (team standings and records)
- Euroleaguebasketball.net - Game Center Panionios vs London Lions 2026-01-28 (game, season comparison and arena)
- Euroleaguebasketball.net - Game Center London Lions vs Panionios 2025-11-12 (result 97-72, top players and lineups)
- Euroleaguebasketball.net - EuroCup format 2025-26 (rules, group advancement and playoffs)
- Wikipedia - National Athletic Center Glyfada Makis Liougas (address, capacity, history and renovations)
- This is Athens - Glyfada Neighbourhood Guide (Glyfada city context and the Athens Riviera)

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