Motto for his first big away win Panathinaikos AKTOR in the Euroleague was given by Ergin Ataman at the departure of the expedition for the devil’s week that will find the “greens” in Monaco tomorrow and Milan on Friday.
“It’s time to win difficult matches away from home. So far we have two away wins against Alba and Villeurbanne, who – with all due respect – are not in a good position. We now have two important away games starting with Monaco. To win them we will have to play good basketball. Monaco have players capable of scoring goals like James, Okobo, Kemba and Diallo, but we also have a good roster. It is important to be tough, to play strong in defense and in attack to play without mistakes“, he emphasized.
As for how hopeful he is of a grand double, he replied: “If Panathinaikos can beat Olympiakos in the most difficult home for them, then they can beat anyone away from home».
On dealing with Monaco he noted: “Looking at the numbers, James is the key to Monaco’s attack with 21 points and 6 assists per game. But we cannot underestimate players like Diallo, Okobo and Walker or players on the racket like Motiejunas. We will certainly deal with the whole Monaco squad, but James is certainly the key to their attack».
Finally, regarding the participation of Marius Grigonis, he said:Grigonis has a knee problem, but we have managed that in training and I believe that, like last week against Villeurbanne, he will play».
Source: Sport Fm
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