The newly-minted MVP of January showed himself to be excellent in the game against Avtodor (80:72) – he made a double-double (20+10 assists) and his efficiency rating reached 29 points.
- How was it playing as an MVP?
- Great! I think this title will give me even more confidence. The award confirms that I am on the right track, that my swagger works. I think I am in good shape now. Hopefully, I can continue in the same spirit and help the team win.
- Do you have some more personal goals in the VTB United League?
- I started the season thinking that I wanted to be one of the best guards in the league. Good that I have the opportunity to make a bigger impact on the court this year. It would be cool to lead the assists chart at the end of the season.
- Against Pari NN you dunked three times!
- Being younger, I used to really like dunking! I didn't do it on purpose last game, by the way. I usually tell myself, "No more dunks!", but when I see the opportunity, I'm eager to dunk. I don't make it as often now because I don't want to risk my health, but I'm still in shape!
- What about today's game?
- It was not easy. We knew that Avtodor would come to show their best. Unfortunately, we lost in the previous game, so I am very glad that today we were able to show our best in front of the fans.
- After a good start, why was the ending so nervous?
- We started with good energy. We wanted to show from the first minutes that we do not intend to lose today. But after some time, the opponent got used to the level of our pressure. It is good that in the decisive moments we were able to return to the rhythm that we showed in the first half and keep control till the end.
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