Kostas Papanikolaou
Greece/SF/
GreecePlayer Info
Kostas Papanikolaou, the versatile forward wearing number 16 for Olympiacos, is a seasoned veteran known for his high basketball IQ, defensive versatility, and leadership. Now 35, the Athens native has enjoyed a career that spans both the NBA and the top levels of European basketball. Drafted in 2012, he had brief NBA stints with the Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets, but his greatest successes have come in Europe. He was a crucial role player for Olympiacos during their back-to-back EuroLeague championships in 2012 and 2013, hitting a legendary three-pointer in the 2012 final. After a successful period with FC Barcelona, where he won the Spanish League and Cup, he returned to Olympiacos as a cornerstone of the team. Papanikolaou's honors include two EuroLeague titles, multiple Greek and Spanish league championships, and consistent inclusion in the Greek national team. On the court, he is the ultimate glue guy—a player who defends multiple positions, makes the right pass, and hits timely shots. His experience and savvy make him an invaluable presence for both his club and country.
Overview
Honors
Key Stats
Glossary
FIBA EU Qualifier 2027Group Stage
GP
1
MPG
27
PPG
10
2PM%
75%
3PM%
25%
REB
4
AST
2
STL
1
BLK
1
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
More
Statistics
FIBA EU Qualifier 2027Group Stage
Per Game Statistics
Games Played
1
Games Started
1
Minutes
27
Points
10
Rebound
4
Assist
2
Block
1
Steal
1
Field Goal %
50%
3-Point Field Goal %
25%
Free Throw %
50%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
4
Turnovers
1
Assists/Turnovers
2
Personal Fouls
2
Total Data
Points
10
Rebound
4
Assist
2
Block
1
Steal
1
Field Goal %
50%
3-Point Field Goal %
25%
Free Throw %
50%
Offensive Rebound
0
Defensive Rebound
4
Turnovers
1
Personal Fouls
2