Greek basketball finals suspended after rivalry again turns ugly
Olympiacos won Sunday's game 91-83, leveling the best-of-five series at 1-1. The third game, scheduled for Wednesday, has been postponed.
The owners of both clubs were summoned to meet with the country's sports minister.
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