James Gist – Andy Panko trade official

James Gist

Andy Panko

Both Panathinaikos and Unicaja announced the trade on their websites on Friday, making the rumors and speculation official, James Gist has headed to Greece to wear green and Andy Panko has headed to Malaga to return to the Spain ACB were he was the MVP just a season ago.

Says Gist of the move:

“I think it was just meant … (laughs). It may not have been moving in the summer, but is now. I’m really excited to go to Greece and I will play for a big club like Panathinaikos. A team with a great history. My desire is to be able to help and contribute to reach new successes. ”

His personal goal is one explains: “I want to be a positive addition to the team. I offer with my energy, help rebounding, defense, I know that is key to the game. I want to play hard in every game, so I can help my teammates and the team won more victories. Really looking forward … “

Both clubs are in Group E of the Euroleague Top 16 and will square off against each other on January 10th, 2013 in Athens at Olympic Stadium.