Happy to compete in such an impressive atmosphere as that of the OAKA told Club 1908 Tibor Flag. The German center expressed the belief that he would have successful success under Ergkin Ataman and at Panathinaic.
In detail his statements at “Club 1908”:
For his move to Panathinaikos: “I’m excited! I played for many years on the opposing side. Now, having this atmosphere and the world on my side is something special. I was looking forward, so … yes, I hope we win some trophies. We will have some success and have a good time together. ”
For being now on the other side and will play in the OAKA as a Panathinaikos player: “To be honest I have never played with the green. It’s a new color, so why not? (Laughs). I’m really excited. It’s as I say. As you said. For 13 years I was on the opposing side. And now having this atmosphere. That’s why you play basketball. To play such matches. But now having this world support you and if it pushes you even more. I am excited to be involved in the team, who am part of it. Of course for me it’s a new situation. I just arrived from the national team. I didn’t have much time to think, but I’m excited to see you all and, yes, I’m a member of the team. ”
For the 8 years of collaboration with Ataman: “I think I have received a lot of confidence from him. I mean I played for him in Galatasaray. Then in the meantime I played in Valencia and then took me again. Okay, I said, let’s work together again. I went and went through a truly successful period together. So I think he knows how to use me. He knows how I work, what he can expect from me as a person and character because this is important in the team as well. I’m just trying to do my job and I think Erokkin knows how to use it. “
Source: Sport Fm
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