His first steps on the next level were made at the 2019 Greek U16 Championship, where he averaged 4.3 points, 3 rebounds and 1 steal in 12 minutes, despite playing two years up, at age 14.

He was named the MVP of the tournament and led 10 Academy to the title, with his numbers being over the top, averaging 25.9 points (75.7% free throws, 66.7% two-pointers and 25.8% three-pointers), 13.3 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 2 blocks, in 35 minutes.

[3] On October 5, 2023, Samodurov signed a two-way contract with 2nd division club Panerythraikos, while remaining on the active roster of Panathinaikos as well.

On June 20, 2022, Samodurov was called up in the Greek U18 national team for the upcoming 2022 FIBA U18 European Championship.

One day later, he was also called up by coach Dimitrios Itoudis in the Greek men's national team's selection for the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualification game against Great Britain.