Game 4 against Monaco will be decided on “our ability to defend well” – Sport.fr
No room for frustration tonight in Villeurbanne, already focused on their match 4 this Wednesday on the AS Monaco floor.
TJ Parker (Villeurbanne coach, beaten in Monaco 83-80): “Why be frustrated after this game? The series is not over. There are small details to settle. We had a good game overall, even if we had a few slumps, which we could have avoided in the second quarter. We have already been back to the wall against Cholet and we have already been able to react. From now on, it is important to take a rest after such a match. Because another high-intensity match now awaits us. 3/22 at three points? It is sure that it is played a little on it. You have to put the baskets. But despite that, on a little loss of balls and on one had the possibility of winning. (on Chris Jones, injured) He is not 100%, we know that, but he wants to help. It’s a final. We will do with him at 70 or 80%. »
Elie Okobo (leader of Villeurbanne, author of 25 points): “The series is not over. We can equalize, make match five in Lyon to win. During each quarter, we lacked a bit of concentration. You have to fine-tune the small details. And then, we have to admit that we weren’t skilful enough. (on his ability to keep ASVEL in the game) We mostly managed to make a few saves. It allowed me to find shots in easier positions. We are a good team. Monaco are a good team. It’s going to be tight on Wednesday. But tonight Monaco put 83 points. Wednesday will require more stops. This fourth game will be played on the ability to defend well. »