Laso: “The team did really well, especially in the first half”
“We had to make the most of the home court advantage”, said Abalde.
Pablo Laso spoke in the press conference at the WiZink Center and had the following to say on Real Madrid‘s win against Maccabi in the second matchup of the EuroLeague playoff: “The team did really well, especially in the first half. We were full of energy in the first 20 minutes. The defending was crucial in the second and third quarters, where we were really solid. We know there’re two more games away in Tel Aviv, but we’re delighted to move ahead in the tie”.
“It’s been a tough season for all the teams because of Covid and injuries. Being ahead in the playoffs is so important. But we have to remain focused in the upcoming games against Maccabi and we expect a lot from them”.
Confidence in the team
“I stay calm when we win or lose. I’ve got full confidence in my team and I believe in them. I have excellent players. My job as a coach is to ensure that every one of my players does their best for the team. Williams-Goss is having a consistent season. He's performing at a high level in these playoffs both defensively and offensively”.
Abalde: “We feel we played really well today”
“We’re pleased with the performance we’ve put on in the last three games. We knew we had to make the most of the home court advantage and try to win the first two matches. We’re delighted. But it’ll be a different story in the next phase”.
“We have to focus on every game because every fixture’s different. Looking ahead, Maccabi will try out some new tweaks and change things. But today we leave with a good impression”.
Camaraderie in the squad
“Pablo, as our leader, and the whole dressing room were united even though things weren't going our way. We want to thank the fans; the Palacio has backed us a lot in these games. It's a joy to play these games here”.
“It’s been a tough season for all the teams because of Covid and injuries. Being ahead in the playoffs is so important. But we have to remain focused in the upcoming games against Maccabi and we expect a lot from them”.
Confidence in the team
“I stay calm when we win or lose. I’ve got full confidence in my team and I believe in them. I have excellent players. My job as a coach is to ensure that every one of my players does their best for the team. Williams-Goss is having a consistent season. He's performing at a high level in these playoffs both defensively and offensively”.
Abalde: “We feel we played really well today”
“We’re pleased with the performance we’ve put on in the last three games. We knew we had to make the most of the home court advantage and try to win the first two matches. We’re delighted. But it’ll be a different story in the next phase”.
“We have to focus on every game because every fixture’s different. Looking ahead, Maccabi will try out some new tweaks and change things. But today we leave with a good impression”.
Camaraderie in the squad
“Pablo, as our leader, and the whole dressing room were united even though things weren't going our way. We want to thank the fans; the Palacio has backed us a lot in these games. It's a joy to play these games here”.