The opportunity to find himself and prove that he belongs to the high level was taken by Tarik Black by Olympicwith the American center stressing that he is grateful to the Piraeus team.
In detail what the American said to “Hedgeout.net”:
On the winning streak against Panathinaikos and the confidence that has been built:
“In 1-2 games this year we were close to losing to them. I believe that our confidence in the games against Panathinaikos comes from the rivalry and what is at stake in each match. Also, a win or a loss means a lot. It’s nothing automatic and that comes from hard work».
On his decision to sign for Olympiakos and how much it helped him return to the top level:
“Of course it has helped me. But, that’s basketball. I never doubted my ability to play at the highest level. Of course I’ve had some injuries in the past and I’m trying to come back from them and everything. My career is a very beautiful journey. But, I’m not saying that I score 20 points in every Euroleague match, but I play well at a level and people understand my name, respect it and it’s not something that happened in the past. That’s really cool because our fans appreciate that. They liked that I signed there, they believe in me and that’s why I’m grateful to Olympiakos because they gave me the opportunity to show myself».
Regarding the fact that Olympiacos is one of the favorites to qualify for the Final 4 of the Euroleague:
“We look at each match individually. You can’t prove what happens next. Honestly, at my age and having played in the NCAA tournament, the NBA, the Western finals, I’ve learned to look at each match individually. You don’t need to be stressed and nervous, you just have to believe in yourself and see what you can overcome. If you get the trophy it’s great. We look at each night separately and that in front of us we have two finals in the regular season of the Euroleague before the playoffs and then we will have the matches in the playoffs to see one the dream will come true».
Source: Sport Fm
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