PAOK Saloniki Women 72-61 Kavalas Woman: PAOK advance with strong home display

PAOK Saloniki Women secured a 72-61 victory over Kavalas Woman in the Greece Women’s Basketball Cup on September 27, 2026, combining disciplined defense with timely perimeter shooting. The home side never trailed after the first quarter, gradually pulling away to book their place in the next round.

PAOK set the tone early with aggressive on-ball pressure and forced Kavalas into a series of contested shots. The visitors stayed within reach for much of the first half, but a 22-12 second quarter gave PAOK a 38-26 halftime lead that proved decisive.

Match overview

The first quarter was tight, with PAOK holding an 18-14 edge. Kavalas Woman found some success inside through their center, but PAOK’s guards began to dictate tempo in the second period. A 10-0 run midway through the quarter pushed the lead to double digits, and Kavalas never recovered fully.

In the third quarter, PAOK extended the advantage to 56-42. Kavalas showed resilience in the fourth, cutting the deficit to nine with a 7-0 run, but PAOK responded with a clutch three-pointer and two free throws to close the door.

Tactical story: pressure defense and ball movement

PAOK Saloniki Women forced 18 turnovers and held Kavalas to 35% shooting from the field. Their half-court defense focused on denying entry passes to the post, forcing Kavalas to rely on outside shots. Offensively, PAOK moved the ball well, finishing with 17 assists on 26 made field goals. Their ability to find open shooters against Kavalas’ zone was a key difference.

Kavalas Woman battled on the boards, but PAOK’s second-chance points and transition baskets kept the momentum on the home side.

Standout performers

PAOK’s shooting guard led the team with 18 points and 5 assists, while their center recorded a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds. The small forward added 13 points and 4 steals. For Kavalas Woman, the power forward scored 16 points and grabbed 7 rebounds, and the point guard contributed 11 points and 6 assists, but the team’s three-point shooting never found a consistent rhythm.

Key numbers

• Final score: PAOK Saloniki Women 72, Kavalas Woman 61
• Field goal percentage: PAOK 44%, Kavalas 35%
• Rebounds: PAOK 37, Kavalas 31
• Assists: PAOK 17, Kavalas 10
• Turnovers: PAOK 12, Kavalas 18

Cup impact

The win moves PAOK Saloniki Women into the next stage of the Greece Women’s Basketball Cup with momentum. Their defense and balanced scoring make them a dangerous opponent in knockout play. Kavalas Woman can take encouragement from their fourth-quarter fight, but they will need more efficient offense to challenge the top teams in the competition.