THE Panathinaikos AKTOR prevailed with his 96-73 Colossus and remained atop the Stoiximan Basket League standings. THE Ioannis Papapetrou he scored 11 points in 22 minutes of participation and after the end of the game he spoke to the ERT camera.
“I think the player is self-motivated. These matches are very important. From Mars you remember what happened. We had a difficult journey, a great victory. We must have no excuses We must play the best basketball given the conditions. We should fight and be motivated to respect ourselves and the world” said the Greek player and added: “It’s not easy after a big victory to lose concentration. After the cup we had to pack up and go to Madrid. We did it and beat Real. Now we have Villerban ahead of us. We should be ready.”
For bench depth: “We were unlucky with a lot of injuries. We are never complete. Despite the problems, we moved forward».
For his own situation: “I’ve been feeling a little better lately. I don’t have the pace I want nor am I satisfied. I can give much more. It’s hard though. One surgery in a year, you can’t go back. It is also difficult for the coach to put you in the team. I’m not saying this to make excuses. I’m feeling better and I’m working hard to be ready. I am taking steps forward and I will continue like this and better».
The good facts about his team: “We have a lot of talent at ‘1’ and ‘2’. They are scorers, creators. I am one of the best in the Euroleague and with Lessor in the “5” we are very strong. They are the most pivotal positions. We are all equally important. Everyone gives something. I think our strong point is our chemistry and our atmosphere. We stick together in wins and losses. We are one with the world».
Source: Sport Fm
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