In his classes Red Star returned a few days ago o Nikola Topicwho decided to terminate his loan to Mega Basketball and to try his luck in the “red and whites” of Belgrade and at the highest European level.
The 18-year-old Serbian guard who is one of the greater talents of his age, not only in his country, but also in all of Europe, he spoke about the opportunity that opens up in front of him by participating in the Euroleague.
At the same time, he appeared determined to prove his worth and develop as a player, stressing among other things that if o Yannis Sfeiropoulos ask him to die on the floor, he will!
Nikola Topic’s statements in detail:
“It was always my dream to play for Red Star. I grew up as a fan of this team. It will mean a lot to me to play in front of 20,000 fans in the “Stark Arena”. I couldn’t say no to the EuroLeague. It was a big risk, but I’m ready. I have 100% confidence in myself. My father, my agent, Misko Raznatovic and I understand that this move may affect my chances of being selected in the NBA Draft if I do not perform well. I am ready to fight and compete.
We haven’t discussed my role. Whatever the coach decides, that’s what I’ll do. If he tells me to die on the floor, I will die. Whatever it needs. I will do my best to do the right thing.
Luka Doncic is a great player. He has said that it is more difficult to score in the EuroLeague compared to the NBA. I don’t know if I agree, but I’ll see for myself in six months. Luca is definitely one of the players I admire, but we are very different. I can’t reach his level and of course it pleases me when people say I look like him, because he is one of the best players on the planet.
Basketball is a game of decisions. A psychology game. The player who makes decisions faster has a better chance of enjoying victory in the finale. EuroLeague is an organization with mind-games. It’s a game where you have to ‘read’ the moves.
I don’t think about the Draft at all, it’s too far away. In 5 or 6 months. I’m looking at the next game. Right now I’m thinking about Panathinaikos.”
Source: Sport Fm
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