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Spanoulis and Mike James Reunite in Athens for Dinner
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Spanoulis and Mike James Reunite in Athens for Dinner

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Former player and coach Vassilis Spanoulis met with Monaco guard Mike James in Athens.
  • The two shared a dinner in Vouliagmeni, continuing a relationship formed during their time together at Monaco.
  • James is currently not playing in the French playoffs due to a dispute with Monaco over financial matters.

Vassilis Spanoulis, the recently appointed coach of Aris, is back in Athens and recently met with Mike James, the star guard for AS Monaco. The pair shared a dinner at a well-known restaurant in Vouliagmeni, rekindling a connection forged during their successful collaboration in Monaco.

Spanoulis coached James during Monaco's historic run to the EuroLeague Final in 2025. Their strong relationship, built during that period, was evident during their recent meeting. Photos from their dinner quickly circulated, becoming a talking point within the basketball community.

James is currently sidelined from Monaco's French playoff games. This absence stems from an ongoing dispute with the club concerning financial obligations. The situation has provided James with the opportunity to travel to Greece and reconnect with his former coach.

The meeting highlights the enduring professional relationships within basketball, even as players and coaches navigate new teams and personal circumstances. Spanoulis's new role with Aris and James's current contract dispute with Monaco underscore the dynamic nature of the sport.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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