Scariolo: "Panathinaikos didn't let us play our game"

Sergio Scariolo and Mario Hezonja analyzed the game against Panathinaikos, which took place in Athens. The coach said: “We knew we had to play against a very good team, a very good coach, and in a very heated environment. We didn’t know we would have to endure a poor performance by three very good referees, whom I respect greatly and believe are very talented. We were there and showed that we can compete against any opponent on any court.”

“Panathinaikos has these types of players who, with a single action, can win the game, as happened with the last basket. It’s a group of very experienced players, and they didn’t let us play our game. We will continue and prepare for the next match, which is in 48 hours.”

Hezonja: "We deserved to win"
“We played very well throughout the game and controlled the match effectively. We deserved to win, but they were lucky with Grant’s last shot. Now, we approach the game against Dubai with maximum determination and aim to win there.”

“We want to bounce back and win more games. Now we face a team with a lot of talent and offensive potential. We need to know what to do in our attack and defend well.”

 

 

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