By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
After consecutive losses to Paris and Crvena zvezda, Olympiacos returned to form against Virtus Segafredo Bologna in Piraeus.
Georgios Bartzokas’ side defeated Dusko Ivanovic’s team at home 87-77, thanks to standout performances from Sasha Vezenkov and Evan Fournier.
The 2023 EuroLeague MVP recorded a double-double with 27 points and 10 rebounds, while Fournier contributed a well-rounded game with 20 points, seven assists, and five boards. Alec Peters followed with 12 points and eight rebounds.
For Virtus Bologna, playing without Tornike Shengelia, Marco Belinelli scored 20 and Matt Morgan added 15 points.
From the opening minutes, Olympiacos set the pace, jumping out to an early 11-3 lead and extending it to 25-7, signaling their determination to secure the home victory.
However, Ivanovic’s team fought back, overturning the score by halftime to lead 43-46 after 20 minutes. Olympiacos regained control in the third quarter, re-establishing a double-digit lead. Despite Virtus’ efforts, when the scoreboard read 79-64 midway through the final period, it was clear the Piraeus team was firmly on course to win the game.