Prigioni celebrates first victory in Argentina

Argentinian basketball team coach, Paul Prigionicelebrated his first title at the head of the Albiceleste team this Sunday, highlighting the dedication of the winning player american cup contested in Brazil.

“I used to see the boys overcome hardships and make no excuses. Today we knew nobody would help them.” Recifeafter a tight 73-75 win over homeowners.

Prigioniwas inaugurated one day before the selected trip Brazilafter resignation Nestor Garciaadmitted the Brazilian suffered in the final second of the game on a missed three-point shot lucas days And what Tuck means to locals.

“The last shot took my breath away, because you never know what might happen. I’m satisfied, a technical debutant with a record of 6 wins and no losses.

for Prigionione of the successes of this Sunday’s victory was avoiding the Brazilian team’s three-point shot, which was their strength in the tournament.

“One of the keys in defense was to limit Brazil with 3-point shots, which is where they feel very comfortable and these 3-point generators are point guards. , couldn’t find a mate.” Prigioni.

Argentina forward gabriel deckwas awarded as the best player of the tournament and match, also highlighting the “confidence” that the team’s work and the new coach gave them.

“I am happy and happy with the title, we had the illusion of winning this cup And now I am enjoying it. It’s a huge benefit for all of us who come here,” he added.

Brazilian escort already Vitor Benitet Therefore, he emphasized the support given by the public to the host team in every match of the tournament.

“We made some mistakes in defense and that’s how sport is. We fought until the last second and we have to keep working but we have to thank the fans. They played a great role and supported us in difficult moments, those on the field.” benete.

Experienced person Marcelinho Huertasthis time highlighting the “generational shift” basketball is experiencing in his country, with the silver medal american cup Gives ‘gasoline’ to selected people whose main purpose is classified 2023 World Cup is played in Philippines, Indonesia, Japan.

united states of america, Defending the title won in 2017, Canada.

The tournament started on September 2nd last year, with 12 teams from the continent participating in the Coliseum. Gerald Magalhaes “Geraldao” attracted the attention of the spectators all day long with all matches played.