Panagiotis Giannakis
Panagiotis Giannakis, born on December 1, 1967, in Thessaloniki, Greece, is a former professional basketball player and current coach, known for his exceptional skills as a point guard. A key figure in Greek basketball, Giannakis was instrumental in leading the Greek national team to victory in the 2006 FIBA World Championship, earning a silver medal. Throughout his playing career, he had notable stints with Aris Thessaloniki and Olympiakos, and he is celebrated for his leadership, vision on the court, and contributions to the sport. After retiring, Giannakis transitioned into coaching, where he has continued to influence the game and develop new talent.
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Panagiotis Giannakis was the coach of Olympiakos when they reached the Final 4 in Paris, a significant event in European basketball.
Ο «ανυπότακτος» Μπέβερλι σήμα επανεκκίνησης για τον ΠΑΟΚ
Greece· 2025-12-21
Panagiotis Giannakis was also part of the historic 1987 team that won Greece's first gold medal in a team sport.
Επικοινωνία Μητσοτάκη με Σπανούλη: «Περήφανη όλη η Ελλάδα για την προσπάθειά σας»Greece· 2025-09-16
Panagiotis Giannakis is recognized for his successful coaching in Eurobasket history.
Alemania, campeona mundial, vence a Turquía y es también la reina de Europa | Baloncesto | Deportes
Spain· 2025-09-14
Panagiotis Giannakis is another figure who has achieved Eurobasket success as both a player and a coach.
El doble reto histórico de Álex Mumbrú en la final del Eurobasket | Baloncesto | DeportesSpain· 2025-09-14
Panagiotis Giannakis was a crucial player for Greece during their successful basketball campaigns.
Ο Γιάννης, ο Ντόντσιτς και ο μύθος του ΓκάληGreece· 2025-09-11
Panagiotis Giannakis is mentioned as another iconic player associated with PAOK's past.
H «φλόγα» του αντισυμβατικού Καντσελιέρι και η νοσταλγία του ΠΑΟΚGreece· 2025-04-03
