Bartzokas Challenges 'Giants' Narrative in EuroLeague: 'We Play Five Against Five'

Athens, Greece – In a recent press conference, Greek basketball coach Giorgos Bartzokas addressed questions regarding his team's approach to facing formidable opponents, specifically referencing European powerhouse Real Madrid. When prompted about the 'key' to confronting such 'giants,' Bartzokas offered a pragmatic perspective, stating, 'I don't understand exactly the question. What do you mean "giants"? We are playing five against five.' The Olympiacos coach underscored his team's previous success against the Spanish club, reminding reporters of their impressive record last season. 'Last year we beat European giants five times out of six,' he noted, referring to their encounters with Real Madrid. Bartzokas elaborated on his philosophy, asserting that the outcome of games hinges on the work put in on the court, the quality of the players, and their ability to function as a cohesive unit. 'It's about the job that we are putting on the court, it's about the quality of the players, it's about how you stick together,' he explained. Bartzokas concluded by emphasizing respect for all competitors in the EuroLeague. 'We don't play against giants. We play against teams, you know, that we respect every team in European basketball. Every team is really strong. Of course, Real Madrid is a great team with a great coach and very talented players.' His comments reflect a focus on internal team strength and preparation over external perceptions of opponent size or reputation.

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