World-famous "El Mismo Sol" singer headlines a special night at Krartwerk Berlin.

Tickets on sale now for Alvaro Soler and Mr. BAGS at the FanZone!

The FanZone at the 2024 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four will be the place to be, especially on the night of Saturday, May 25 when sports and music lovers will be able to catch world-famous singer Alvaro Soler and cover artist Mr. BAGS at Kraftwerk Berlin, a popular exhibition hall in the district of Mitte. [Tickets are on sale now](https://www.eventim-light.com/de/a/6639e11eac2ac16275181540), so don’t miss out!

Soler is a Spanish-German singer who specializes in Latin pop music. His songs have generated more than five billion streams across audio and video streams, while he has won over 150 gold and platinum awards. The release of his song [“El Mismo Sol”](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNHwNreDp3A) in 2015 saw him rise to prominence, but his collaboration with Jennifer Lopez, who has over 80 million record sales, for a Spanish-English version of [“El Mismo Sol”](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aNHwNreDp3A) allowed Soler to become a household name.

Still with over six million monthly listeners, and having released three albums to date (“Eterno Agosto” in 2015, “Mar de Colores” in 2018, and “Magia” in 2021), Soler is also very popular in Germany. Since 2021 he has been a judge on the German talent show “The Voice Kids”, and he has appeared in the fifth (2021) and ninth (2023) seasons of the German edition of “The Masked Singer”. His collaboration with Morat, a famous Colombian pop rock group, for the song [“Yo Contigo, Tu Conmigo”](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3SC0Ze4ta9o) appeared in the 2017 film “Despicable Me 3”. Soler was also the voice of the character Camilo Madrigal in the Italian and German dubbed versions of the 2021 film “Encanto”.

Also performing at the FanZone on the Saturday night is Mr. BAGS, an Italian cover band. Led by the singer Serena Bagozzi ([BAGS](https://www.instagram.com/serena_bagozzi/)), a vocalist for some of the biggest artists in Italy, she is joined by Daniele Lulli (guitar), Michele De Carlantonio (bass) and Massimiliano Chiapperi (drums). Bagozzi has been a [vocalist](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35AdXK4_97A) for Claudio Baglioni for almost 15 years and Miguel Bose. She has recorded for Ennio Morricone, too.

If you don’t want to miss out on any of the fun, make sure to [get your tickets now](https://www.eventim-light.com/de/a/6639e11eac2ac16275181540) via Euroleague Basketball’s webshop and on [Eventim.de](http://Eventim.de). Space is limited to 1,600 spectators.  Early Bird tickets are priced at €70, but when they are bought up, the General Entrance tickets left will be €80, so don’t hesitate. Book now!

World-famous "El Mismo Sol" singer headlines a special night at Kraftwerk Berlin.

Panathinaikos BC is the second team to make it to the 2024 EuroLeague Final Four, joining Real Madrid Baloncesto.

 Panathinaikos returns to the Final Four after 12 years 

Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens is officially back on the path to its former glories. After more than a decade-long wait, the six-time Turkish Airlines EuroLeague champions have returned to the Final Four for the first time since 2012 after ousting Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv in a dramatic best-of-five playoff series. Head coach Ergin Ataman's squad finished the job on Tuesday night with an 81-72 win in Game 5, prompting big celebrations in the Greek capital.

A thrilling and high-scoring series is to come to an end. The Greens' backcourt duo of Kostas Sloukas and Kendrick Nunn look to maintain the form that saw them combine 47 points and 10 assists in Game 4, while Maccabi should feel confident inside the paint after Dinos Mitoglou and Mathias Lessort shared 30 points and 11 rebounds.

Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens-Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv | Playoffs Game 5 | 2023-24 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague

By qualifying for the Final Four, Panathinaikos has successfully completed a major turnaround, which seems to be Coach Ataman's specialty. A club that had not seen playoff basketball since 2019, and which had won a total of just 20 games over the previous two campaigns, put together a brand-new team that jelled in time to win 17 of its last 21 regular-season games. Panathinaikos followed that up by battling to register three playoff wins, thus earning the right to compete for glory in Berlin, Germany, later this month. The Greens will face the winner of AS Monaco and Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul’s Game 5 clash, which takes place on Wednesday night.

### Journey to the 2024 Final Four

Even though the season did not start as everyone in Athens had hoped, it did not take too long for Coach Ataman to steady the ship. Panathinaikos lost four of its first six games and had a 6-7 record in early December, only for the team to win eight of its next nine games. That winning run saw Panathinaikos shoot up the standings, and the Greek giant never ranked lower than fourth place after Round 18.

Panathinaikos did need a strong regular-season finish to clinch home-court advantage in the playoff – and the team delivered, winning its last five games. It required each one of those, including a dramatic 79-81 win in Bologna on [Kendrick Nunn](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/kendrick-nunn/012774/)'s buzzer-beating game-winner.

Following a progressive campaign thus far, Virtus find themselves in free-fall succumbing to four successive defeats. They hope that the experienced Toko Shengelia can contain the marauding presence of Mathias Lessort and Dinos Mitoglou as the Greens clamour to cement their position in the top-four.

Virtus-Panathinaikos | Round 32 Highlights | 2023-24 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague

The ups and downs did not stop with the end of the regular season, however, as Panathinaikos lost that hard-earned home-court advantage with an 87-91 loss in Game 1 of its series against Maccabi. Led by [Kostas Sloukas](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/kostas-sloukas/001926/) and [Ioannis Papapetrou](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/players/ioannis-papapetrou/005161/), the Greens bounced back with a 95-79 win in Game 2, but when the series moved to Belgrade, it was Maccabi that went back in front with a dramatic 85-83 win. Finding itself down 1-2 in the series, and with its backs against the wall, Panathinaikos leaned again on Sloukas, Nunn and [Mathias Lessort](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/mathias-lessort/003842/) in Game 4, pulling out an 88-95 victory to force a Game 5.

With a do-or-die game in front of their passionate fans, the Greens were not going to let the opportunity slip away. In Game 5, Panathinaikos defeated Maccabi 81-72 after strong showings by Kendrick Nunn, with 26 points, and Kostas Sloukas , with 15.

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### Final Four experience

Even though the club has not been at the Final Four since 2012, a trio of Panathinaikos leaders have plenty of Final Four experience. None more so than three-time EuroLeague champion Kostas Sloukas, who will be competing in his 10th Final Four, after reaching five with Olympiacos Piraeus and four with Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul. Sloukas has played in all but two Final Fours since 2012 and has appeared in seven championship games in that time.

Another Panathinaikos player who knows the feeling of competing at the Final Four is Ioannis Papapetrou, who went twice with Olympiacos – but not since 2017 – and lost in the championship game on both occasions.

Last but certainly not least, Coach Ataman is a two-time champion with Anadolu Efes Istanbul. Ataman first took Efes to the Final Four in 2000 and did the same with Montepaschi Siena in 2003 before three more trips with Efes between 2019 and 2022. In 2021 and 2022, the Turkish tactician guided the club to their first-ever EuroLeague titles.

It all comes down to this. Real Madrid, as the most-crowned team in EuroLeague history, take on reigning-champs Efes, who fight for the first back-to-back titles in almost a decade, but who will snatch the glory?

Real Madrid v Anadolu Efes Istanbul - Championship Game - Highlights

### Final Four history

The Greens might have been missing from Final Four action over the past 12 years, but the Final Four was synonymous with Panathinaikos in the decade before its last appearance. The Greek giants went to six Final Fours between 2002 and 2012, winning on four occasions – in 2002, 2007, 2009 and 2011 – and also getting there in 2005 and 2012, when it lost in the semifinals.

Also, Panathinaikos won EuroLeague titles in 1996 and 2000, with two more appearances in 1994 and 1995. Panathinaikos also reached the SuproLeague Final Four in 2001, which also happens to be the only title game it lost.

The return to European basketball’s showpiece event marks a very familiar feeling to the army of Panathinaikos fans, albeit one they needed a lengthy wait to feel once again.

The Greens are looking to become champions for the first time since 2011

Panathinaikos returns to the Final Four after 12 years

Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens v Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv (2024-05-07T18:15:00.000Z)

Starting on May 24, 2004, the former Mercedes-Benz Arena, will become the first venue to host the modern Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four three times.

Berlin's Uber Arena to make history at 2024 Final Four

The 2024 Final Four is set to take place in Berlin, Germany's magnificent Uber Arena, the first venue to host the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague's signature moment this century for a third time.

If you are a diehard basketball fan, you already know what's at stake: the best four clubs in Europe fighting for the ultimate goal – to be crowned as the 2023-24 EuroLeague champion. Even if you are a casual fan, you know that few sporting events, if any, have such an enthralling combination of passion, drama, adrenaline and anticipation – all in a great venue located in one of the most dynamic neighborhoods in one of Europe's greatest cities.

Uber Arena is so big that the Brandenburg Gate would fit into it. Opened in September 2008, it was already home to the EuroLeague Final Four in 2009 and 2016. Its great acoustics and good view from all angles have allowed Uber Arena to host some of the best pop and rock artists in the world, such as Coldplay, Madonna, Pearl Jam, Beyonce, Depeche Mode and dozens of others.

### A unique neighborhood in a dynamic city

The Final Four venue has an ideal location, too, barely a few hundred meters away from the East Side Gallery and the Wall Museum. The East Side Gallery is a permanent outdoor exhibit on the longest surviving section of the Berlin Wall. More than 100 artists painted this 1.3-kilometer section of the wall.

The East Side Mall should give Final Four attendees plenty of dining options. Some of the best music venues in Berlin, such as Lido and PrivatClub, are just across a bridge over the Spree River. If you want to walk from the Brandenburg Gate to Uber Arena, it takes just over an hour. Going from the iconic Alexanderplatz to the arena on foot is less than 40 minutes. In any case, Uber Arena is easily accessible from anywhere in the city by bus, train, subway and light rail.

EuroLeague club ALBA Berlin and hockey club Eisbaeren Berlin play their home games at Uber Arena, which has also helped develop the area. With 170 museums, more than 150 theaters, thousands of restaurants and dozens of iconic buildings, Berlin is not only a great destination for first-timers, but the kind of city that also has something new to offer in each visit.

It's a chance to be part of the Final Four, one of the best sports events in world sports, in a one-of-a-kind city that will surely surprise you.

Uber Arena, the home of the 2024 Final Four

Starting on May 24, 2004, the former Mercedes-Benz Arena, will become the first venue to host the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four three times this century.

The greatest talents in global basketball will converge on Berlin as the Euroleague Basketball Adidas Next Generation Tournament Finals take place at the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four. The ANGT Finals will once again open a new frontier when the games are played in the German capital from May 23 to 26.

2023-24 ANGT Finals field announced

#### · USA to participate for the first time, with an Overtime Elite league representative.

#### · ANGT Finals will be held from May 23 to 26 in Berlin, alongside the EuroLeague Final Four

The greatest talents in global basketball will converge on Berlin as the Euroleague Basketball Adidas Next Generation Tournament Finals take place at the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four. The ANGT Finals will once again open a new frontier when the games are played in the German capital from May 23 to 26.

The ANGT Finals, the world's premier club-based junior basketball event, will once again feature eight teams, four of whom earned their spots through the qualifiers: U18 Real Madrid (ANGT Podgorica), FC Barcelona (ANGT Belgrade) and U18 ratiopharm Ulm (Dubai), U18 PFBB INSEP Paris (Paris).

The other four teams in the finals field for Berlin are wild card recipients: U18 Mega MIS Belgrade, U18 ALBA Berlin, U18 EA7 Emporia Armani Milan and U18 Overtime Elite. Mega took fifth place at the ANGT Belgrade, ALBA was sixth at ANGT Podgorica, and Milan finished second at ANGT Belgrade. Overtime Elite, meanwhile, will be competing in the ANGT for the first time with a team made up of a selection of U18 players from around the league.

Overtime Elite is an Atlanta-based U16 to U20 league with many of the top young talents in the United States and beyond. There are eight teams in the Overtime Elite league, which just completed its third season. Overtime Elite has sent 15 players to professional basketball around the world, including two top-five picks in the NBA Draft, brothers Amen and Ausar Thompson.

The eight teams in Berlin will be split into two groups. Milan, Mega, Real and Ulm will be in Group A while Group B is made up of ALBA, Barcelona, Overtime Elite and PFBB.

See the game schedule below. All games will be broadcast on the EuroLeague's Youtube official channel

A combined eight U18 continental trophies have been won by the eight clubs involved in the ANGT Finals. Real is reigning champion and also claimed the title in 2015, 2019 and 2021. PFBB hoisted the trophy in 2010 and 2017.  Barcelona was the champion of Europe in 2016. And Mega won its sole championship in 2022. 

In Berlin, 12 group games will be played over the first three days – from Thursday, May 23, to Saturday, May 25 – at the Uber eats Music Hall, which will also host Sunday's championship game between the two group winners. 

Tickets for the ANGT Finals will be available for purchase starting on May 3.

Many of the biggest and brightest stars of basketball were seen first by an international audience at the ANGT. The ever-growing list of players currently on EuroLeague rosters who previously dazzled in the ANGT includes:

Gabriele Procida, Matteo Spagnolo, Malte Delow, Anton Nufer, Jonas Mattisseck, Ziga Samar, Dorian Grosber, Tim Schneider, Louis Olinde, Amon Doerries, Elias Rapieque, Linus Ruf, Kresimir Nikic (ALBA Berlin)

Melih Tunca, Burakcan Yildizli, Salih Altunas, Efe Demirel (Anadolu Efes Istanbul)

Matthew Strazel, Mam Jaiteh, Donatas Motiejunas (AS Monaco)

Vanja Marinkovic, Dani Diez, Khalifa Diop, Aleksandr Savkov, Vit Hrabar (Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz)

Milos Teodosic, Branko Lazic, Nemanja Nedovic, Stefan Lazarevic, Luka Mitrovic, Nikola Topic (Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade)

Nikola Mirotic, Diego Flaccadori, Giampaolo Ricci, Giordano Bortolani, Guglielmo Caruso, Samuele Miccoli (EA7 Emporio Armani Milan)

Willy Hernangomez, Rokas Jokubaitis, Joel Parra, James Nnaji, Oriol Pauli, Dame Sarr, Kasparas Jakucionis, Dayan Nessah (FC Barcelona)

Andreas Obst, Niels Giffey, Isaac Bonga, Danko Brankovic, Dino Radoncic, Niklas Wimberg, Nelson Weidemann, Ivan Kharchenkov (FC Bayern Munich)

Marko Guduric, Tarik Biberovic, Amine Noua, Metecan Birsen, Mert Eksioglu (Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul)

Noam Yaacov (LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne)

Omer Mayer, Yaron Goldman (Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv)

Nikola Milutinov, Veniamin Abosi, Anastasios Rozakeas (Olympiacos Piraeus)

Mathias Lessort, Marius Grigonis, Olek Balcerowski, Alexandros Samontourov, Eleftherios Mantzoukas (Panathinaikos AKTOR Athens)

Aleksa Avramovic, Ognjen Jaramaz, Danilo Andjusic, Savo Drezgic (Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade)

Mario Hezonja, Dzanan Musa, Alberto Abalde, Eli Ndiaye, Hugo Gonzalez, Ismaila Diagne, Egor Demin, Mitar Bosnjakovic (Real Madrid)

Damien Inglis, Xabi Lopez-Arostegui, Lucas Mari, Sergio De Larrea (Valencia Basket)

Alessandro Pajola, Rihards Lomazs, Ognjen Dobric, Ante Zizic (Virtus Segafredo Bologna)

Edgaras Ulanovas, Arnas Butkevicius, Lukas Lekavicius, Tomas Dimsa, Laurynas Birutis, Karolis Lukosiunas, Dovydas Butka, Danielius Lavrinovicius (Zalgiris Kaunas)

Building on the success of Off-Court, an event that merges basketball and urban culture, Euroleague Basketball and Turkish Airlines introduce Hoop District, a brand-new competition that will see content creators from all around Europe compete to be crowned European champions on and off the court and fight for a €10,000 cash prize!

Euroleague Basketball launches 3x3 content creators tournament 'Hoop District'

**Paris and Berlin to host inaugural season.**

[**The tournament will be hosted within Euroleague's Off Court urban culture events**](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/euroleague-off-court-event-returns-with-a-bigger-splash-in-paris-and-berlin/)

Building on the success of Off-Court, an event that merges basketball and urban culture, Euroleague Basketball and Turkish Airlines introduce Hoop District, a brand-new competition that will see content creators from all around Europe compete to be crowned European champions on and off the court and fight for a €10,000 cash prize!

Hoop District is not your average basketball tournament; it's a disruptive celebration of talent, culture, and the dynamic intersection of sports and social media. Embracing the spirit of the modern era, Hoop District is poised to captivate a young and diverse audience, bringing together basketball enthusiasts and social media followers for an unforgettable experience.

Hoop district is an innovative, one-day 3x3 tournament where six top Influencers – [Marco D'Uva](https://www.instagram.com/marcoduva/) (Italy), [Dimitris Kyrsanidis](https://www.instagram.com/dimitris_dk_kyrsanidis/) (Greece), [Reda Ouahbi](https://www.instagram.com/rookicks_) (France), [SBB](https://www.instagram.com/sbb_uk/) (UK), [Tresco](https://www.instagram.com/tresco_ball/) (Spain) and [Valentina Vignali](https://www.instagram.com/valentinavignali/) (Italy) – will jump from the screen to become team captains. These influential figures, supported by their vast social media reach, will not only lead their respective teams but also hand-pick the most promising male and female players, injecting a fresh and dynamic energy into the competition. . Hoop District also sees the introduction of special and exciting game rules – including "Buckle-Up" substitution requirements and four innovative "Power-Up" play options, of which two can be invoked by each team in every game – that will make this new competition truly entertaining.

Hoop District Paris will tip off on March 30 at the brand-new Adidas Arena with six participating teams divided into two groups. The best two teams of the Paris Hoop District edition will qualify for the Berlin edition. Hoop District Berlin will be part of the Final Four celebrations in the German capital and be played on May 23 with four participating teams: the two winners of the Paris edition, a local Berlin team, and an all-star team. The winner of Hoops District will earn a cash prize of €10,000, while engagement will also be rewarded with a €5,000 bonus prize for the team achieving the biggest social media impact.

Hoop District is designed for the digital age. From live highlights of the thrilling matches to behind-the-scenes glimpses of player interactions, fans can expect a constant flow of engaging content. Social media platforms will serve as a virtual court where the excitement of the event extends far beyond the physical arena.

With Paris and Berlin as the chosen battlegrounds, Hoop District effortlessly blends the cosmopolitan charm of these cities with the raw energy of urban basketball culture. The event promises a visual spectacle, both on and off the court, as players showcase their skills against the backdrop of these iconic European cities.

Hoop District is tailor-made for dynamic and trend-conscious youth. By infusing elements of pop culture, music and street style, the event aims to resonate with the younger demographic, making basketball not just a sport but a lifestyle.

Join us as we redefine the game. Hoop District is where sports and culture collide.

What do you get when you cross a surprise-filled 3x3 format with the top basketball influencers in Europe battling for a 10.000 EUR cash prize? And then you unleash them in Paris and Berlin? Here's the lowdown on how Hoop District is poised to drop a street-ball extravaganza on two iconic capitals starting soon.

Hoop District 3x3 for creators, explained

Turkish Airlines EuroLeague fans who missed out on getting tickets to the 2024 Final Four in Berlin, Germany, will get a second bite at the apple following the launch of the Fan-to-Fan Marketplace, which was officially launched on Monday, March 4.

2024 Final Four tickets: Fan-to-fan marketplace is now open!

**· Buy or sell your ticket at [www.f4tickets.com](http://www.f4tickets.com).**

**· Only official and authorized resale platform**

**· Tickets to be sold at their purchase price**

Turkish Airlines EuroLeague fans who missed out on getting tickets to the 2024 Final Four in Berlin, Germany, will get a second bite at the apple following the launch of the Fan-to-Fan Marketplace, which has launched today.

The successful and quick ticket sale process of the Final Four, selling out pre-sale in one hour and general public sale in four hours, was further evidence of the popularity the EuroLeague is experiencing, with [attendance numbers continuing to rise on a year-by-year basis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/euroleague-attendances-keep-rising-and-rising/) and [fans engaging with the league in record numbers](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/news/the-euroleague-continues-to-generate-more-interest-than-ever/).

The arrival of the Fan-to-Fan Marketplace also makes it possible for fans who can no longer attend the Final Four to sell their ticket – or tickets – via an official and secure platform. Therefore, by selling or purchasing through the Fan-to-Fan Marketplace, all tickets are officially licensed tickets by Euroleague Basketball; by selling or purchasing through other platforms, the validity of the tickets cannot be guaranteed.

What’s more, tickets will be resold at their purchase price, to avoid speculation, and will see the ticketholder gain access to all four games: the EuroLeague Semifinals on Friday, May 24, in addition to the third-place game and the championship game on Sunday, May 26.

As the only officially accredited resale platform for Final Four tickets, all tickets purchased via the Fan-to-Fan Marketplace grant you access to the EuroLeague’s showpiece event in Berlin in mid-to-late May. Any tickets resold on unofficial platforms may get cancelled before the event as per the terms and conditions of ticket purchase.

Have you always wanted to experience a world-class sporting event from the inside? To be behind the scenes and become a part of the spectacle? Here is your chance!

 Become a Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four volunteer! 

Euroleague Basketball is now accepting applications for volunteers at the 2024 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four in Berlin, Germany. There are many positions available for volunteers in a wide array of fields, including Media, Competition, Ceremonies, Corporate Social Responsibility, FanZone and the Euroleague Basketball Adidas Next Generation Tournament, among others. The full list of functions can be found [here](https://media-cdn.incrowdsports.com/5133cc83-a058-4eb9-846c-5f3026d2d488.pdf). 

Volunteers will have the opportunity to learn how to use basketball to achieve social impact in our communities through the One Team program while filling an important role at Europe’s premier basketball event.

To become a Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four volunteer, applicants must fill out the following registration form before February 23, 2024.

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of an amazing experience. [Click here to apply](https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=m52J-WoQQkaxN4bpglT5smgyUhU7GptPvdcqcwf2Am1UODVZNVU2U0lBRzNEVUs2OFUwR0RHVzRFNCQlQCN0PWcu)!

Become a Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four volunteer!

Following on from the excellent work done by Euroleague Basketball and #walk15 at the 2023 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four in Kaunas, Lithuania, the Walking Challenge was resumed in the Lithuanian city on October 27, 2023, as even more trees were planted into the ground with the help of Jonas Maciulis, former EuroLeague player and EuroLeague champion with Real Madrid.

Euroleague Basketball, #walk15 join forces again to plant more trees in Kaunas

Back in May, when the Final Four came to town, Euroleague Basketball created alliances with several partners in order to promote sustainability education and initiatives for any participants and visitors in Kaunas for the semifinals, third-place and championship games.

Throughout Europe's premier club basketball event, the Final Four Walking Challenge saw Euroleague Basketball work alongside the Lithuania-based app #walk15 as everyone was encouraged to walk around the city in order to reduce carbon emissions while engaging in healthy habits and promoting sustainable mobility around the Final Four. On top of that, the goal was to plant at least 5,000 trees, in addition to the 10,000 trees that Euroleague Basketball planted on May 6.

In the end, the challenge was such a success that the target of 15,000 planted trees was surpassed; the extra 6,000 trees planted in this last phase were placed in the area of the Dubravos forest. As such, thanks to this initiative based around the Final Four, a total of 16,000 trees have now been planted in Kaunas. At the Final Four, 7,332 people participated in the Walking Challenge, which resulted in 229,417,951 steps being taken.

The benefit of these planted trees is that they will help absorb approximately more than 100 tons of the CO2 that is emitted into the environment each year, while the species of the trees planted were selected to also contribute to the needs of the local wildlife.

Tickets on sale now for Alvaro Soler and Mr. BAGS at the FanZone!

Panathinaikos returns to the Final Four after 12 years

Berlin's Uber Arena to make history at 2024 Final Four

2023-24 ANGT Finals field announced

Euroleague Basketball launches 3x3 content creators tournament 'Hoop District'

2024 Final Four tickets: Fan-to-fan marketplace is now open!

Become a Turkish Airlines EuroLeague Final Four volunteer!

Euroleague Basketball, #walk15 culminate tree-planting initiative in Kaunas

Relive the pre-championship game show with these great photos