Lessor: “They took it personally at Olympiakos – We’ll see how they understand each other, especially with Barzokas”

For his new season Panathinaikos AKTOR but also him Olympic spoke o Matias Lessor.

The French center, who has not taken part in the preparation of the Greek & European champions due to his presence at the Olympic Games, spoke to the Basketball Sphere page and commented on advent of Osman saying how “He is a great player. He can create and shoot, contribute defensively and of course having a player of that caliber is very good for the team.”

When asked about the transfer support of Piraeus, he said that “They had a great summer in terms of new players and transfers. However, last year we won the Euroleague and the championship and they took it personally. That’s why they brought in many new players and strengthened their roster. We will see how they understand each other, especially with the coach, George Bartzokas».

What he said in detail:

“This is almost a new team, we have quite a few new players. It’s different from last season. It is a challenge for all of us and we will have to fight for the participation time. Cedi Osman is a great player. He can create and shoot, contribute defensively and of course having a player of that caliber is very good for the team. Panathinaikos is a great team and I hope they come ready to impose themselves and help.

Olympiacos had a great summer in terms of new players and transfers. However, last year we won the Euroleague and the championship and they took it personally. That’s why they brought in many new players and strengthened their roster. We will see how they will understand each other, especially with the coach, Giorgos Bartzokas.”