Cedi Osman is preparing for the next chapter of his career with PAOK, and at SKWEEK we decided to let artificial intelligence weigh in.
As became official a few days ago, the Thessaloniki club pulled off one of the biggest moves of the summer by signing the former NBA forward. Osman asked Panathinaikos to facilitate a transfer to PAOK and is now set to begin a new challenge under head coach Andrea Trinchieri.
The experienced small forward, who served as Panathinaikos’ second offensive option in last season’s EuroLeague, is expected to take on a starring role at the PAOK Sports Arena and will be aiming to lead the club to the EuroCup title.
This time, we wanted to approach the story from a different perspective. We asked some of the most popular AI platforms the following question:
“Cedi Osman, captain of the Turkish national team, averaged 12.9 points (55.8% on two-pointers, 38.1% from three and 81.9% from the free-throw line), 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and a 12.7 PIR per game in the EuroLeague last season with Panathinaikos. He has now joined PAOK in a historic €11 million deal (€2 million paid to Panathinaikos as a buyout and €9 million in salary over three years). Based on your own analysis and statistical databases, what numbers do you expect the former NBA player to produce with the Thessaloniki club in next season’s EuroCup?”
As you’ll see below, ChatGPT, Gemini, Grok and Claude all reached a similar conclusion: the Turkish forward is expected to elevate his production even further and has all the tools to emerge as a legitimate EuroCup MVP candidate.
Now, let’s hear what the AI had to say.
ChatGPT
“Osman’s move to PAOK is expected to completely redefine his role. Instead of being an outstanding complementary scorer for Panathinaikos, he is likely to become the unquestioned focal point of PAOK’s offense. That means more possessions, more shot attempts and greater playmaking responsibility.
Based on his EuroLeague production, combined with the slightly lower competitive level of the EuroCup, a realistic projection would be 16-18 points, 5-6 rebounds and 2.5-3 assists per game, while maintaining efficient finishing around the rim and shooting approximately 37-39% from three-point range. It would also be no surprise to see him post a 17-19 PIR, as his overall impact on the game should increase significantly.
If he stays healthy and is surrounded by quality teammates, Osman has everything needed to earn a place on the All-EuroCup First Team and establish himself as one of the competition’s biggest stars.”
Gemini
“Cedi Osman’s historic move to PAOK completely reshapes the EuroCup landscape. After serving as a luxury role player at Panathinaikos, the former NBA forward becomes the undisputed leader and centerpiece of the Thessaloniki club.
According to advanced projection models, the expected increase in playing time (from roughly 20 to 32 minutes per game) and the much larger offensive workload will significantly boost his numbers. In the less demanding EuroCup environment, the projections are as follows:
- Points: 17.5-19.0 per game (team’s leading scorer)
- Rebounds: 5.2-5.8 per game
- Assists: 3.8-4.5 per game (acting as a secondary playmaker)
- PIR: 19.5-21.5 per game
His shooting percentages should remain strong (around 36-38% from three), while his all-around scoring ability makes him a leading candidate for the EuroCup MVP award.”
Grok
“Cedi Osman is expected to become PAOK’s undisputed leader in the 2026-27 EuroCup season. On a team with major ambitions under Andrea Trinchieri, a significant budget and the goal of winning the trophy and earning promotion to the EuroLeague, the 31-year-old former NBA player will enjoy a much larger role than he had at Panathinaikos.
Based on last season’s averages (12.9 points, 55.8% on two-pointers, 38.1% from three, 3.5 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 12.7 PIR in approximately 27 minutes per game), I project 15-17 points, 4-4.5 rebounds, 2-2.5 assists and 15-17 PIR per game. He will benefit from greater offensive freedom, take more shots—particularly spot-up and transition threes—and become more aggressive offensively thanks to his versatility. His defense should be average, but his experience will prove valuable in crucial games.
Overall, Osman has the potential to perform at an MVP level in the EuroCup and lead PAOK to a successful campaign, provided he stays healthy and adapts quickly to his new system.”
Claude
“This transfer is undoubtedly one of the biggest moves in Greek basketball this year, with Osman arriving in Thessaloniki this weekend.
As for my statistical projection in the EuroCup, Osman will be competing in a league that is both technically and athletically less demanding than the EuroLeague, which typically leads to improved numbers for players of his caliber.
I expect him to average 16-18 points per game, improve his three-point shooting to around 40-42%, thanks to facing less defensive pressure, while also adding 4-4.5 rebounds and 2.5-3 assists as he takes on a much larger creative role than he had at Panathinaikos. His PIR could comfortably exceed 18-19 per game, considering he will be PAOK’s primary offensive weapon and shoulder far greater scoring and playmaking responsibilities.”
Let’s put everything above together. What does AI predict?
ChatGPT: 16-18 points, 5-6 rebounds, 2.5-3 assists, 17-19 PIR per game
Gemini: 17.5-19 points, 5.2-5.8 rebounds, 3.8-4.5 assists, 19.5-21.5 PIR per game
Grok: 15-17 points, 4-4.5 rebounds, 2-2.5 assists, 15-17 PIR per game
Claude: 16-18 points, 4-4.5 rebounds, 2.5-3 assists, 18-19 PIR per game
AI average projection: approximately 16.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3 assists and 18 PIR per game in the EuroCup.