Zvezdan Mitrovic, after Monaco’s victory against Panathinaikos in the Euroleague: “A historic evening”
Zvezdan Mitrovic, Monaco coach, after the victory against Panathinaikos for his first Euroleague match (75-63): “It’s a historic evening for the club, its first Euroleague match, against Panathinaikos, a big name in European basketball. There was a bit of pressure before the game but my players really played smart. I’m surprised by the way we won because Pana had won all of their preparation matches. The bench was very successful, the players used their minutes productively defending very well. This is how the Euroleague teams do. “
“Monaco are known to be a very good defensive team. We try to maintain the tradition ”
Danilo Andjusic (rear of Monaco): “We are happy to start with a victory. We were not nervous because on a team with a lot of experienced players who know this level. We have a good team, even if we still need time to get to know each other. I’m not surprised that we performed well in defense. Monaco are known to be a very good defensive team. We try to maintain the tradition, to register easy baskets, in transition, I hope that will be our signature. “