Olympiacos defeated Panathinaikos 82-76 at the Peace and Friendship Stadium and took the first step towards winning the championship. The ‘reds’ were more effective in the crucial points of the game, maintained control when Panathinaikos attempted to get back into the game and achieved an important victory that gives them a lead in the finals series. With the support of their fans and starring in key phases, the Piraeus side sent a message ahead of the continued battle for the title.