Interview

Karvel Anderson: “Good defense was more important for our victory, than my shots”

The Loko guard scored 14 points in the game against Pari Nizhny Novgorod (101:86), all of them in the 2nd quarter; his 4 three-pointers in 3 minutes looked especially impressive.
What can you say about today's result?
It was important for us to win and go into the short New Year holidays in a good mood. Lately we've had problems with an attitude for the next game after beating Top 4 teams. I am glad that we broke this trend today.
Do you feel that it was your 3-pointers that changed the game?
I think it was the periods when we defended well that let us win. As for my shots, luck was on my side today: my partners helped me a lot, tried to find passes. I got into good rhythm, and that gave me confidence. I know that in the last games I haven’t been able to shoot well. So I’ll work even harder and, I hope, continue to play in the same way as today in the 2nd quarter.
Why did Loko loosen their grip in the second half?
To be honest, we relaxed a little bit. Sometimes it's hard for us to maintain aggression and concentration, when our lead is big. This is something we need to continue to work hard on.
Do you feel fully recovered after the injury?
I think I was fully recovered when I first came out to play after the injury. Now it's a matter of time to find the rhythm, to fully return to what I can. I missed quite a lot. In order to be more useful on the court, I need to gain back the trust of my teammates. It doesn't matter how many shots I scored or missed before. At the moment, I have to keep working.
The New Year is coming – the main winter holiday in Russia...
I know, and on behalf of all the Americans on our team, I wish the Lokofamily a Happy New Year and a Merry Christmas! Be happy, healthy, and surrounded by the love of your family. Let's start 2025 with a win over PARMA and full stands!
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