Laso: “The team did a great job”
'Every game is different in knockout series like this and we've now got to get ready for Game 2', declared Hanga.
Pablo Laso, Hanga and Williams-Goss analysed Real Madrid’s victory against Maccabi in the first match of the EuroLeague playoff, played at the WiZink Center: “"Our defensive performance was superb. Overall, we controlled their attacking game, their runs and their shooting really well. At tough moments the team stuck together. There was one moment when three players went for the ball and that shows the desire with which they played from the beginning. I'm pleased with the win. I know it's only just begun, but what better way to start than by winning".
"When a mistake happened, three players stepped in to tell him that it was OK. That's what a team is all about. When you get to play in the EuroLeague playoffs you need to show that as a team. If you don't, you have no chance. The team did a great job and I'm really pleased about that and also the way the fans supported us".
The tie
"We went into the game after a demanding schedule and we probably didn't have as much consistency as I’d have liked during the season. But on days like today I have to applaud the work from the whole team. It was a tough day for us. It was a really difficult match against a team that was on a great run of form and results. That doesn't mean we're doing very well and they're doing poorly. It's not that simple".
Causeur’s performance
"I always praise Causeur. Some days he plays better and some days he plays worse, but he always does vital things for the team. He also did a good job defensively. Any player can excel at any time".
"When a mistake happened, three players stepped in to tell him that it was OK. That's what a team is all about. When you get to play in the EuroLeague playoffs you need to show that as a team. If you don't, you have no chance. The team did a great job and I'm really pleased about that and also the way the fans supported us".
The tie
"We went into the game after a demanding schedule and we probably didn't have as much consistency as I’d have liked during the season. But on days like today I have to applaud the work from the whole team. It was a tough day for us. It was a really difficult match against a team that was on a great run of form and results. That doesn't mean we're doing very well and they're doing poorly. It's not that simple".
Causeur’s performance
"I always praise Causeur. Some days he plays better and some days he plays worse, but he always does vital things for the team. He also did a good job defensively. Any player can excel at any time".
Second matchup
"We have to take into account some of the things they did and I’d love to be able to sustain today's tension and dominate the rebounding a bit more. It was important for us to have a solid sensation in the game".
Hanga: “We did a good job in defence”
“That's how we have to play on our court, with a lot of energy and with the backing of our fans. We put in a good performance tonight, but there's a lot of room for improvement. The most important thing is that we got the first point on the board, which is always tough”.
“We did a good job in defence and, as always, our accuracy was key. It's not a question of confidence and there are many factors that contribute. What's gone before is now in the past and the playoff starts again from scratch. My thoughts have now turned to the second game. In knockout series like this, every game is different and I always say that the next match is the most difficult one. We have to be ready. We’re really grateful for the fans’ support”.
Williams-Goss: “This win gives us confidence”
“It was a great win that gives us a lot of confidence ahead of the second game. We did a really good job in defence. Even when they pushed hard and made up ground on us, we remained united and believed in our ability to get the win”.
“It was special to feel the fans’ support and passion. We dedicate this win to them. As for myself, I'm always available and ready whenever I'm called upon to give my all and help the team to win games”.
"We have to take into account some of the things they did and I’d love to be able to sustain today's tension and dominate the rebounding a bit more. It was important for us to have a solid sensation in the game".
Hanga: “We did a good job in defence”
“That's how we have to play on our court, with a lot of energy and with the backing of our fans. We put in a good performance tonight, but there's a lot of room for improvement. The most important thing is that we got the first point on the board, which is always tough”.
“We did a good job in defence and, as always, our accuracy was key. It's not a question of confidence and there are many factors that contribute. What's gone before is now in the past and the playoff starts again from scratch. My thoughts have now turned to the second game. In knockout series like this, every game is different and I always say that the next match is the most difficult one. We have to be ready. We’re really grateful for the fans’ support”.
Williams-Goss: “This win gives us confidence”
“It was a great win that gives us a lot of confidence ahead of the second game. We did a really good job in defence. Even when they pushed hard and made up ground on us, we remained united and believed in our ability to get the win”.
“It was special to feel the fans’ support and passion. We dedicate this win to them. As for myself, I'm always available and ready whenever I'm called upon to give my all and help the team to win games”.