Lorenzo Brown: “My role at Panathinaikos is different – Ataman demands responsibility from everyone”

Happy with what he has encountered so far at Panathinaikosalthough his role is different compared to previous years, said Lorenzo Brown speaking in Serbian Mozart Sport. The American guard referred to his collaboration with the demanding Ergin Ataman, but also to the passion that overflows in Red Star, tonight’s opponent of his team. In detail, the 34-year-old ace talked about:

-his role in Panathinaikos: “Everything is good so far, there are still things I need to get used to. The guys in the team are great, my role is quite different to what I’m used to. I don’t have the ball in my hands as much, but it doesn’t bother me. I’m getting older, I’m 34 now and this year I have the opportunity to do things I thought I couldn’t help. So far I feel really comfortable, I’m learning new things every day.”

– the cooperation with Ataman: “The man is just doing his job and that’s what everyone wants from a coach, to do the job and be professional. Responsibility is required from everyone, from the first to the last. If you don’t do your job well, they will tell you clearly and demand that you do more.”

– the return to Belgrade for the match with Red Star: “Every time I return to Belgrade, good memories come to me. Although I stayed for a short time, it was a very beautiful time, my first year in Europe. I have special feelings, I had great teammates, it’s nice to be back here. Red Star helped me to be where I am today. Everything starts somewhere and for me it all started with Red Star. It was a period that destroyed many lives with COVID, but I made the right decision and came to show what I can do.”

-the atmosphere in Serbia: “Passion is the first thing that comes to mind when I think about Red Star and my time there. I’m not just talking about the passion of the fans, but about the whole country. I also went to football matches and the atmosphere is the same. Maybe even crazier. Serbia is a proud country. I believe that Serbian teams are better when they play in ‘Hala Pionir’. You feel that the fans are above you and next to you. This atmosphere affects both the home team and the visitors.”

-the level of competition in the Euroleague: “It’s a long season, you never know what can happen. The Euroleague is unpredictable and everything can change in a week. There are a lot of good teams and a lot of talent. Every year the competition is great. Red Star have a good team, many great shooters and Boloboi until he hit looked unstoppable.”