Panathinaikos Terminates Richaun Holmes’ Contract

Overview

• The contract termination announced Tuesday by Panathinaikos ends Holmes’ short spell in Athens.
• Head coach Ergin Ataman had hinted at the move a day earlier after Holmes’ minutes fell in recent weeks.
• An early-season MCL injury disrupted his integration and left him fighting for a steady role in Ataman’s rotation.
• He appeared in 19 EuroLeague games, averaging 7.9 points and 4.3 rebounds, highlighted by a 24-point double-double against LDLC ASVEL, and he leaves with a 2026 Greek Cup medal.
• Because EuroLeague rules prevent a midseason switch to another EuroLeague team, the veteran is expected to look to North America for his next stop.