Appointment with the story of PAOK. His team Massimo Kanchelieri welcomes the Soloin the crowded PAOK SPORTS ARENAin the first between them semifinal for the FIBA Europe Cup (20:15, ERT 3).
The “biceps of the north” aspires to put qualifying bases For them finish of the event, in view of the second clash with the French team at its headquarters (02/04). Recall that matches are double And if the victories share, the difference counts. Although she is the same in two gamesthen there will be extension to qualify.
The Thessaloniki team will welcome the pioneer of the French league, which shares its top scoringat the moment, with the Monaco. The day of the race is also very symbolic for PAOK. March 26th is stored in its history for the Conquest in 1991 of the Cup Cupin Geneva, against Spanish Zaragoza.
It is worth noting that, at the beginning of this season, the Solo re -employed the PAOK. Because, he was his possible opponent for the final in the qualifying group he participated Basketball Champions Leaguein Antalya, Turkey. The French failed, however, to qualify for the race that would give the “ticket” for BCL’s regular season, they were excluded from Petkim Sportswhich in the process left PAOK.
In terms of racing, the Dimitris Katsivelisfollowed an individual program and will make great effort to be available to Massimo Kanchelieri For Wednesday’s match. He, however, said he was optimistic about his participation: “I feel much better, this injury has really hurt me a lot, but we have worked hard with the medical staff and I think I will be ready.”.
The direct partner of the Italian technician, Pantelis Boutskosanalyzed the French team and all the parameters of the big tonight race:
“With great enthusiasm and a very high motivation we face Cholet in the first semifinal of the FIBA Europe Cup, which is the big favorite of the event. A team characterized by the athleticity, size and intensity it submits to the parquet, as it has a very high quality and deep roster. Its first place in the French league, along with Monaco, is remarkable, higher than Paris and Asvel playing at Euroleague.
In the region, Campbell with his experience and Smith with his scoring shock, put the tone, while on the racket Vautier gives size and quality reading to the creation and our familiar McNease with his athleticism is a permanent threat over the wreath. The fundamental part of the team’s chemistry is the Forwards line, with athletic players with a special appeal to defense and the transition game.
With a very special aura, one day (26/3) a milestone for the glorious history of the team, and with the very special boost that our world gives us, we have the opportunity to make our own moments. Nothing was given to us to get here, as it was a long journey that we had to fight for every step in the field. From this course we draw enormous power, as both the strengths and the character of our team were tested. This semifinals is precisely the challenge we need to push ourselves on the limits and take the first step, as we feel like revitalizing colors in the hearts of our fans, as if they had faded over time. “
Source: Sport Fm
I am currently a news writer for News Bulletin247 where I mostly cover sports news. I have always been interested in writing and it is something I am very passionate about. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and spending time with my family and friends.
