Karaicic: “We don’t have a problem mentally”

The belief that Aris Betsson does not have a mental problem after the last defeats was expressed by the coach of the team, Bogdan Karaicic.

“We played hard in Maroussi, we were unlucky in some places. We are proud of how we fought and managed to “turn” the match around. From there, we look to tomorrow’s game which we are ready to face in the best possible way“, commented the “yellow and black” coach, Bogdan Karajcic.

Speaking about tomorrow’s match with Manresa (20:00) he emphasized:They play fast basketball, we need to compete with them in that part. They are a new team, they have players who are playing for the first time in the EuroCup, they are in the process of “building”. We will give everything we can to win. We don’t have a problem mentally. If we win we are OK, if we lose we will work in training to improve, looking at our next obligation».

Asked about Jake Forrester, who is doubtful due to COVID, he replied: “We have been unlucky in the last couple of months with the injury problems. It is something we should seriously consider. Jake hasn’t trained lately, I’m waiting until training is over today to talk to the medical staff. He’s definitely not 100% ready».

His thoughts on the match with Manresa were also expressed by Arnoldas Culboca. The Lithuanian forward pointed out: “Nobody wants to lose, especially games in a row, as happens to us in the Greek league. It’s an opportunity to come back and win tomorrow at home. Having played in Spain, I know quite a bit about how they play. They have a good team, a good coach, but I feel that we have to focus on our own game and not on the opponent. I believe everything will be fine».

On a personal level, following his recent injury woes, he said: “I’m feeling good, I’m happy to be back with the team and I’m playing without restriction on my playing minutes. I am not happy with our defeat on Saturday against Maroussi».