Ergin Ataman, the head coach of Panathinaikos, has expressed his expectations ahead of the encounter with Bayern in the EuroLeague Round 33.
The Turkish expert, in the preview of the game, particularly praised his colleague from Bayern, Pablo Laso.
“A very important and difficult game. Maybe Bayern missed their goal for the playoffs, but they have one of the best coaches in Europe – I have big respect for coach Laso. They have experienced players and play at home, so we need to be focused and start the game like we did in Bologna. We also have to avoid the mistakes of our second half in Bologna. Important game to protect our second place in the standings,” stated Ergin Ataman.
Luca Vildoza also shared his expectations ahead of this game.
“It will be tough. Playing on the road is always tough in the EuroLeague. They have a few hurt people, we will try to take advantage of that. We go there with lots of expectations to secure our second place in the standings.”