The Greek Basketball League's anti-violence committee, known as DEAB, has imposed penalties on Olympiakos and Panathinaikos following a violent altercation between players Kendrick Nunn and Taevion Jones after Game 5 of the finals. Both teams have been sanctioned with one match to be played behind closed doors. The incident occurred at the Peace and Friendship Stadium, escalating tensions after a heated match.
In addition to the venue sanction, Taevion Jones was fined a total of €100,000 due to his involvement in the brawl. Kendrick Nunn also faces a penalty of €50,000 and a similar one-match suspension for his actions during the altercation. The decision aims to address issues of violence in sports and maintain discipline within the league following the incident that marred the conclusion of the championship series between the two rival teams.
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