THE Olympic He leaves behind his failed effort on Abu Dhabi’s Final Four and focuses on the GBL finals with Panathinaikos and the latest goal of the team, which is the championship. THE Kostas Papanikolaou He spoke shortly before the Game 1 of the OAKA and argued that he and his teammates have to thank the world, giving everything to the parquet.
“Look at yourself in the mirror. Know that you left the court and gave it all. This is the most important for me and the motivation, “said Kostas Papanikolaou.
The leader of Olympiacos spoke …
For the presence in Abu Dhabi and whether it affects the finals: “No I think, regardless of the result, the Greek league is the one that closes the year. There is sadness and frustration. But there would be pressure in Greece anyway. “
For the motivation that exists: “It’s about looking at yourself in the mirror. Know that you left the court and gave it all. This is the most important and motivation for me. “
For the items that will make a difference: “As in all the big struggles, there are the details that make the difference. The point is to be there and sacrifice yourself for this one moment. “
About what he said with the world: “It was a difficult time for the team. I was really pleased to find myself next to them and felt the warmth of their voice. This “we are here” was important. That is why we found ourselves with them and thank them. We have to do it in the parquet. “