In a conversation with the media, Gianmarco Pozzecco shared his initial impressions after the EuroLeague clash against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
Asvel suffered a defeat after an incredible game, with a score of 94:91. Neither team held a lead greater than six points at any moment during the game. Additionally, there were a remarkable 23 lead changes.
The decisive moment occurred in the closing stages when Nando De Colo committed an unsportsmanlike foul against Wade Baldwin. Maccabi Tel Aviv capitalized on this, pulling ahead to 90:85. In the final moments, they maintained a sufficient margin to secure the victory, marking their first away win in a month without triumph.
“I don’t want to talk; I am proud of my players. It wasn’t enough, a suspenseful ending. I am sad for my players. We will find a way to win!” – said Gianmarco Pozzecco.
It’s worth mentioning that in this game, the Italian coach also received a technical foul for dissent, which has become a common occurrence in games involving the French representative.
Asvel is currently the last team in the standings with only one win in 12 played matches. On the other hand, Maccabi Tel Aviv has a positive record, 7-5. In the next round of the EuroLeague, which is already on Friday, Asvel will host Valencia, while Maccabi Tel Aviv will visit Virtus in Bologna.