Pablo Laso spoke to the media representatives ahead of the EuroLeague Round 11 matchup between Bayern and Virtus.
The primary task for the Munich squad will undoubtedly be to stop everything that Tornike Shengelia has been demonstrating so far this season. The Georgian is one of the most valuable players in the EuroLeague with an average performance index rating of 22.6. In addition, there is an outside threat in Marco Belinelli, so it is expected that Sylvain Francisco will provide an appropriate response to his long-range shots.
The three-pointers from Francisco were crucial for the victory against Asvel in the previous round, and interestingly, he has hit at least one three-pointer in nine out of ten played EuroLeague games.
“Very experienced and talented lineup. They pose a significant threat in the paint, even in situations when Jordan Mickey is not playing due to injury. They have several quality players in the paint.
They are capable of spreading the floor, threatening with three-point shooting, and Tornike Shengelia is a decisive factor in every aspect of their game. We have already played against them in the preseason, but now they have a new coach. Luca Banchi on Virtus’ bench is doing a fantastic job,” said Pablo Laso.