THE Risone Holmes made his first statements as a player of Panathinaikos Aktorexpressing his enthusiasm for the new challenge and the great goal: the conquest of the eighth European. He talked about his experience in Greece, his relationship with Nan and his admiration for Lesor, and also revealed the personal message behind the number 8.
For his first impressions in Greece and Panathinaikos Aktor: “It was crazy 24 hours. Getting here, in training, to get to know the kids. I’m really excited about this opportunity. Thanks to God I am here. I look forward to playing as hard as I can”
About how difficult it was to leave America: “It was not very difficult for me. I always want to go where they want me and this team made it clear that he wanted me here. I had the opportunity to meet them all, to come here. It was an easy decision. I am excited to be here, to live here. My family is excited”
For Nan: “It’s nice to see him. We came together to workout in the morning, we were talking about life. I look forward to many”
For Lesor: “It’s one of my favorite players to watch in Europe. It’s been a ruler for so long. I look forward to returning, working together, seeing how we work together. It will be exciting. ”
For his goal: “The goal is to win. We all work for it here. That is the only reason I am here. To try to win. To give my best every day to workout to achieve this goal”
For the eighth star: “When they approached me, that was the big thing. It’s something I want to be a place, to help. There is a rich basketball story here. I want to do the best I can, get the eighth star. That’s why we work and that’s what we want to do”
For ‘8’: “It’s for my child. Before I even learn about the eighth star I would wear the number “8”. It’s a message for my child. I hope we get the eighth with “8””
For the difference in ‘5’ between NBA and Europe: “The first thing I notice is how much the “5” participates here. In America there is a space for “4”, nails, gives space to the guard. It is more involved here, is on the half-post and many pick-n-roll. Suits me“
Source: Sport Fm
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