Ataman before Monaco: “After beating Olympiakos at home, we can beat anyone”

Panathinaikos AKTOR faces a difficult task against Monaco tomorrow (December 20th). (8:00 p.m., Novasports Prime, Match Center from Sportish) for the 15th matchday EuroLeagueBut Ergin Ataman was clear: Since the “Greens” managed to get through SEF a few months ago by beating Olympiakos, they can beat any team.

He emphasized this when the team departed for Monaco, where the “Greens” traveled with 13 players, as Marius Grigonis was also on the mission and explained his reasoning.

The Turkish technician explained this in detail:

About how optimistic he is that Panathinaikos AKROR can achieve victory in Monaco: “If Panathinaikos can beat AKTOR Olympiakos in their most difficult home game, then they can beat anyone away.”

On the need for an away win for Panathinaikos AKTOR in the EuroLeague: “We are trying to win difficult away games. We have achieved two away wins so far, against Alba and Villeurbanne. With all due respect to these teams, they are not in the top positions.”.

These two away games, first against Monaco and then against Armani, are very important for us. To win these games we have to play good basketball, especially against Monaco.”

For the profile of Monaco: “He has players in the outfield with scoring ability like James, Okobo, Walker and Diallo, but we also have a good squad. It’s important to be tough, be strong in defense and not make mistakes in attack.”.

For match key: “Looking at the numbers, James is the key to Monaco’s offense, averaging 21 points and 6 assists. But we can’t underestimate players like Diallo, Okobo and Walker or Motiejunas near the basket. We will certainly deal with the entire Monaco team, but James is key to their attack.”

About Grigonis’ situation: “Ehe has a problem with his knee. We’re checking his condition like we did last week. I believe he can play“.