Vikos – AEK 95-84: Historic first win for Ioannina

Vikos Ioanninon defeated AEK 95-84 in the 5th round of the Stoiximan GBL and celebrated its first historic victory in the top division. The hosts pulled away in the second half and maintained control until the end, against an AEK team that lined up with significant absences and dropped to 2-3.

The course of the match

Vikos took the lead from the first quarter, which they closed at 20-16. AEK remained close in the score afterwards, with the first half ending at 46-43 and the match remaining open.

The balance changed in the third quarter. The hosts increased their lead, while AEK lost Brown with a fifth foul in the 24th minute, further limiting their available options. The 71-60 at the end of the quarter gave Vikos a clear lead.

In the last quarter, the Ioannina team reached 84-68 in the 35th minute and laid the foundations for their victory. AEK failed to return to contention for the win, with the final 95-84 sealing the hosts' success.

The protagonists

Freeman was Vikos' top scorer with 20 points, with Karakostas adding 17 and Agravanis 15. For AEK, Larentzakis scored 23 points and Bartley 18, which were not enough for a positive result. AEK played without the injured Noley, Hurtle, and Fizel, as well as Williams, who was absent for disciplinary reasons.

Quarter scores: 20-16, 46-43, 71-60, 95-84.

Stoiximan GBL Standings

Vikos climbed to 1-4 and reached six points, gaining significant points and psychological relief. AEK remained at two wins, with a 2-3 record and seven points. The detailed Stoiximan GBL standings follow.