2025-26 Greek Basketball League: Official Regular Season Schedule Released
The Hellenic Basketball Clubs Association (ESAKE) has unveiled the official schedule for the 2025-26 Greek Basketball League season. One of the season’s most anticipated moments will be the early-season showdown between the legendary rivals Olympiacos and Panathinaikos, set for the second round on October 12th at 19:00. This iconic clash will take place at the Peace and Friendship Stadium (SEF), promising an electrifying atmosphere.
Season Kickoff: The First Eternal Derby Sets the Stage
The season’s opening highlight features Olympiacos hosting Panathinaikos at SEF, marking their first encounter before the demanding EuroLeague “double week” schedule commences. This pivotal game is expected to establish early momentum, as both teams vie to assert their supremacy and build confidence for the challenges ahead.
Spring Rematch: The Second Eternal Derby at OAKA
The return leg between these basketball powerhouses is scheduled for the 23rd round, from March 28th to 30th, 2026, at the OAKA Olympic Indoor Hall. This critical fixture will likely influence playoff seeding, with both squads anticipated to be in peak condition, intensifying the battle for postseason positioning.
Detailed 2nd Round Fixtures and Broadcast Information
- October 11, 2025 – Aris vs. Kolossos at Alexandreio Melathron, 16:00, live on ERT2
- October 11, 2025 – Promitheas Patras vs. Maroussi at Dimitris Tofalos Arena, 19:00, airing on ERTSPORTS1
- October 11, 2025 – PAOK vs. Iraklis at PAOK Sports Arena, 19:00, broadcast on ERT2
- October 12, 2025 – AEK vs. Panionios at Sunel Arena, 13:00, live on ERT2
- October 12, 2025 – Peristeri vs. Mykonos at Andreas Papandreou Arena, 16:00, broadcast on ERT2
- October 12, 2025 – Olympiacos vs. Panathinaikos at SEF, 19:00, live on ERT2
Anticipating the 2025-26 Campaign: Growth and Excitement Ahead
The Greek Basketball League continues to elevate its level of competition and fan engagement, with the upcoming season expected to deliver intense matchups and showcase rising stars. Recent data highlights a surge in popularity, with average game attendance surpassing 3,000 fans last season-a testament to basketball’s expanding footprint in Greece. The early scheduling of the eternal derby not only fuels fan enthusiasm but also sets a compelling rhythm for the entire season, promising memorable moments and fierce rivalries.