The matchup between LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne swingman David Lighty and his Panathinaikos OPAP Athens counterpart Nemanja Nedovic is one to watch this week.
Major matchup: Lighty, ASVEL vs. Nedovic, Panathinaikos
Nedovic has regained his scoring rhythm and is once again Panathinaikos OPAP Athens's main scoring reference. Nedovic has been sensational in his last three games, averaging 17.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists for a PIR of 18.3. Nedovic struggled against LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne in Round 7, finishing that game with 8 points, 5 turnovers and a PIR of -3. This Round 26 showdown comes in a very different moment for him as Nedovic is healthy and full of confidence, ready to try to make the difference at the Astroballe.
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Lighty returned to action in the French League last weekend and should be ready for a stellar matchup against Nedovic. Without Elie Okobo, who scored 35 points against the Greens in Round 7, Lighty is needed to deliver at both ends. He is averaging 10.0 points on 68.8% two-point shooting and 3.3 rebounds this season, but has not played in the EuroLeague since Round 8. Against Panathinaikos, he had 9 points on 3-of-3 two-point shooting, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal and 5 fouls drawn for a PIR of 16.