Panathinaikos Signs Final Four MVP Nigel Hayes-Davis Through 2028
The former Final Four MVP bolsters Ergin Ataman’s playoff push.
Overview
- Panathinaikos owner Dimitris Giannakopoulos confirmed the signing on Instagram, stating the contract runs through 2028.
- Club sources cited by Eurohoops report the deal at about $10 million, which would place Hayes-Davis among the highest-paid players in Europe.
- The Greek club won out over offers from Fenerbahce and Hapoel Tel Aviv after an earlier approach was reportedly declined.
- Hayes-Davis returns from an NBA stint with the Suns in which he appeared in 27 games before being traded to the Bucks at the deadline and waived.
- He joins an Ataman-led side tied for sixth in the EuroLeague at 16–11 and will add to his 213 career EuroLeague appearances.