EuroLeague Returns With Thrilling Games

The EuroLeague returned with several exciting games as the new season got underway across Europe.

Zalgiris started with a win

Zalgiris Kaunas has defeated Crvena Zvezda 83-77. Jonas Valanciunas made his return to the EuroLeague. The Lithuanian center played his first game in the competition for the first time since 2011, when he represented Lietuvos Rytas.

Panathinaikos cruised past Paris

Panathinaikos started their EuroLeague campaign with a convincing 91-72 victory over Paris Basketball. ''The shamrock'' controlled most of the game and Sylvain Francisco was the leading top scorer with 18 points.

Barcelona and ASVEL also won

Barcelona started their new season in the EuroLeague with a win. They defeated Anadolu Efes 89-82 in a competitive encounter, with Dario Brizuela leading the Catalan side with 20 points. ASVEL also started the competition with a victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv, beating them 84-74, with Jay Crowder standing out for the French team.

EuroLeague Results

Zalgiris Kaunas 83-77 Crvena Zvezda Panathinaikos 91-72 Paris Basketball Barcelona 89-82 Anadolu Efes ASVEL 84-74 Maccabi Tel Aviv