Luka Mitrović, using the example of the back line of Saša Obradović’s team, explained how difficult the task is for Crvena Zvezda on Thursday evening.
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Red Star is meeting with Monakom, and the victory in that match could awaken the hopes of the fans that the red and white can reach the knockout stage of the Euroleague with some miraculous series. However, in this match, the red and white team will be decimated again.
Coach Janis Sferopulos spoke about the fact that five players are missing from the team, and one of the most experienced players in the squad, Luka Mitrović, emphasized that the team is already somewhat used to playing weakened.
“It’s not the first time we’ve encountered such problems this season. The team is already somewhat used to it. There were matches when we adapted and when players played in some positions that are not their primary ones. I have no doubt that we will make up for the absence of those guys who won’t be there. They have a great center line, but a line that depends a lot on their back line, which I still consider to be their main weapon and that is their greatest strength. James, Okobo, Lloyd, Diallo. When one Kemba can’t fight for a place and minutes, then it’s clear to you what kind of players play for Monaco. One team defense will be needed first of all because, as I said myself, tall players have a hard time getting open looks and points without a back line.“, said Luka Mitrović before this match.
In the first match between Crvena Zvezda and Monaco in the “Arena”, the visiting team won 82:76. Then Rokas Gedraitis excelled with 20 points, Nemanja Nedović had 15, and Mike James led Monaco to victory with a double-double of 18 points and 11 assists.