Ponsarnau seeks ‘tranquility’: ‘we know where we are’

James Ponsarnau,coach Cerne Bilbao Basketballsought ‘quietness’ after being chained in front of Kazoo Baskonia 3 consecutive losses (70-81) This is because “this league has a lot of history” and “using the good moments and the bad moments as a stimulus for growth” is the key.

“We know where we are and we have to settle down after losing three games in a row in this league. Use it to grow,” said the Catalan coach, lamenting a lack of “energy and clairvoyance” in the last quarter against his “more dexterous” rivals.

“A few rebounds and a quick break loss decided the game. Baskonia is a higher level team than us now. We need to be more skilful and know how to use what the game has to offer. , learn to beat,” he explained.

Asked about conduct leading to unsportsmanlike foul Michael Kaiser and Marcus Howard Due to conflict and disqualification Arturs Kurucs and Sander Raieste He stressed that there was nothing to blame the player for, saying, “It was Howard who kicked the Kaiser off the ground.”

“I want players who respect their opponents and play with all their hearts.” The Kaiser shows no indication otherwise. If you kick him, you lose respect,” he said.

Finally, Ponsarnau confirmed that both Nikola Radiseviclow in recent games Denzel AndersonThe devastated against Baskonia are ‘doubtful’ next Wednesday against Igokea in Bosnia, corresponding to the third day of the Champions League group stage.