THE Evan Fournier “marked” the derby between Olympiakos and Panathinaikou for the Euroleague, which ended with a triumph for the “red and white” thanks to the Frenchman’s big shots.
OR Team made a tribute to the ex NBAerwith a special reference to how he has been adored by the people of Piraeus, something that was noticed in the reception of the players by the fans of Olympiakos at SEF after the victory in the derby.
In fact, in this context, Fournier also made some statements, commenting on the defeat by him Panathinaikos in SEF for Stoiximan GBL, which brought the “red and white” reaction of OAKA, but also the well-known debate between Euroleague and NBA.
What he said in detail:
To win the derby: “We were not good in the first match against Panathinaikos for the championship. Olympiacos has an audience that you have to win over so that they sing and support you. When they see us (including the fans) fighting like dogs, then they respond. I don’t just want to play basketball here. I want to live a true storya wonderful human experience with them”.
For the NBA-Euroleague game: “All this conflict between NBA fans and EuroLeague fans about which league has a better or smarter game, frankly, I think it’s pointless, a petty battle. This need to compare is an insecurity we have in Europe.
The EuroLeague is more team-based and less star-focused, for sure. But that’s because there are fewer stars! If you bring Kevin Durant here, do you really think the game won’t revolve around him?
Another difference I’ve noticed, although I’m still gaining experience, is the pace. In the NBA, everything is amplified to the extreme – the number of possessions, the breakneck speed, the quick shots. But to say there is no defense in the NBA is just a joke. With more talented players and rules that favor offense, defense is simply more difficult.
And if you extend EuroLeague games to 48 minutes, you’ll see that the difference isn’t as big as people think. Why not just focus on the massive talent we have here and enjoy the game? You can appreciate it without underestimating the other person.
The EuroLeague is gaining more and more respect. Let’s build on that instead of being arrogant.”
Source: Sport Fm
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