Legendary Croat Declares: I Remember Kecman's Three-Pointer, Vujošević Was a Great Man and Rival!
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UNICS successfully lived up to their favorites tag, securing a spot in the Russian Cup final. They now await either Zenit or CSKA, depending on the outcome of the other semifinal clash.
Following the game, UNICS coach Velimir Perasović spoke to our media.
For us, every competition is an opportunity to win a trophy. We have ambitions, and we know it's tough, especially given our current situation. We won't be favorites, regardless of who we face in the final. We've had many injured players, but they've returned. I believe we took a significant step forward today, convincingly against Parma, and I think that can motivate us for Sunday's final.Velimir Perasović
He stated that more players would come to Russia if local clubs participated in the EuroLeague.
The problem is, certainly more players would come to Russia if European competitions were being played here. We have significant issues signing players; many don't want to come. Today, EuroLeague clubs pay much more than those in Russia. However, there are many young players, many who can contribute.Velimir Perasović
Perasović also mentioned that he follows the EuroLeague and commented on the main title contender.
Of course, I follow it. Olympiacos is playing the best right now, but it's very difficult to judge. Every team that reaches the Final Four is a favorite.Velimir Perasović
Perasović also commented on the passing of Duško Vujošević, for whom he had nothing but praise.
I remember Duško as a fantastic person with whom it was always a pleasure to play against. He was always extremely fair, regardless of whether he won or lost. I primarily remember him as a great rival, and then as a wonderful man.Velimir Perasović
He added that he remembers Dušan Kecman's famous three-pointer from Zagreb.
How could I not remember... The final and Kecman's three-pointer... I was on the Cibona bench then.Velimir Perasović
Finally, he added that in the 80s, Serbian players were not afraid to work, and he also highlighted that a large number of them came to Croatian clubs.
In the 80s, Serbian players came to Croatia. To Šibenik, Zadar, Split... Few Croatian players went to Serbia because financial opportunities were better in Croatia at the time. Although even that wasn't anything special. The foundation Partizan had was primarily composed of Serbian players.Velimir Perasović
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