Hezonja: “We're in great shape and we're here to win the Copa del Rey”
“Now I'm here, I know how important this competition is and we want to win it," underlined Bruno Fernando ahead of the team's opener against Baxi Manresa (6:30 pm CET).
Mario Hezonja and Bruno Fernando spoke to the press ahead of this evening's Copa del Rey quarterfinal match (6:30 pm CET). Hezonja reflected on the upcoming clash with Baxi Manresa: “In recent weeks we've had some really tough games where we've played at a very high level. This week, we've had the chance to train a little more and that's really helped to prepare for the tournament. We're in great shape and we're here to win it."
On Manresa
“I love the way they're playing, they have no problem moving the ball quickly and shooting. That's what basketball fans want to see. They may lose the odd game but they're in the top eight for a reason."
Barça crashing out
“We were just arriving at the hotel. We're focused on our match, we had to get ready for today. This is the Copa and these things can happen, it's normal. That's why the ACB League is the best in Europe, yesterday was just further proof of it."
Bruno Fernando: “The goal is to win my first trophy”
“We're ready. We've worked really hard this week and we can't wait to play and try and win the Copa. The goal is to win my first trophy. Now I'm here, I know how important the Copa del Rey is and we want to win it. Every team here has the same objective, which is to be crowned champions, that's what we're working towards every day."
Settling in
“I'm adapting really well. My teammates have done an amazing job at helping me settle into the city and the team."
The opposition
"Manresa are doing a fantastic job and it won't be an easy game. We've worked hard on looking at how they play and we'll be ready."