Chus Mateo: “We did a lot of good things”

Real Madrid coach Chus Mateo gave his thoughts on the team's win in the Clásico at the WiZink Center: "We did a lot of good things. We played with a lot of intensity. All the players got into the game, everyone rebounded and we ran well. I'm really pleased with the effort. It is non-negotiable and in this respect we were ten out of ten". Ismaila "With Tavares out, the team needed all the resources it could call on. Young players don't play because they are young, they play because they are good, and they are good. You have to give them the chances. If they take them, they keep playing, and if they don't, they'll talke their chamce. It's all about getting everyone involved for the good of the team. They're part of the day-to-day training sessions and everyone knows that they are capable of coming in and playing". Poirier "He put in a very good performance. He reasd the pick-and-roll very well with all his teammates and he rebounded well. It's phenomenal when that happens. Missed shots are forgivable. If we're giving our best, that's all that counts. He tried and it worked out well and I'm delighted for him".

Campazzo: 'We put in a very solid performance''We started off very well, then we had ups and downs. We got off to a good start, then we struggled and in the third quarter we let them score a lot of easy points from the free throw. But we were solid on offense and everyone who came in played their part. I'm pleased with the win because it's always special in a Clásico, but we have to move on and focus on Friday'.Team outlook'There is a good atmosphere, we're dangerous in every position. We miss the players who aren't available but we have to respond to that with a lot of intensity and more focus. Poirier has stepped up and Ismaila was given his chance. That speaks volumes that the team has depth and is more united than ever'.Young players'I'm happy for them because they're players who work hard, they're always ready to take any opportunity. Their energy is very infectious and gives us a boost. They went in very focused. They contribute the little touches that make all the difference'.