By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
The first game of Olympiacos against Sky Pinheiros in Sao Paolo, Brazil, ended with the Euroleague back to back champions getting the 81-70 victory and making the first step towards the intercontinental cup title.
Both teams will meet for the second final on Sunday, however the Greeks proved to be at least one step ahead of the competition. Vasilis Spanoulis had 18 points and 9 assists, Stratos Perperoglou added 15 points and the Reds dominated the paint, where their scored 46 points. The duo of Shamell Stallworth (26 p.) and Josh Smith (19 p.) did the best they cold for the hosts. “Tell us the truth you thought we would lose by 30, right? We played with heart, but made many mistakes like leaving open Spanoulis”, said Stallworth after the game.