The Mariners' basketball players are fighting for survival in the AdmiralBet ABA League, after 11 rounds they have one win and 10 losses, and in the next round, tomorrow (15:30) they will visit Dubai.
Mihailo Pavićević's team faces a difficult task, since the newcomer in the league is playing very well. And coach Barana points out that his team must play much smarter than it was the case in the previous round, when Mornar lost to FMP in "Topolica" (81:76).
"Dubai is made up of extremely high-quality players, who have been playing at a high level for years. They are a well-led team with an experienced coach, who has been working at this level for years. We have to play much smarter than we played the last game against FMP. against such a high-quality and experienced team, then we have to respond to them with a smart game," Pavićević said in the announcement of the match.
Pavićević wants to see progress in the game
"If we play without an idea, then we have nothing to ask for. I hope we have learned from the defeat against FMP. We analyzed that game. We are not in a situation to threaten, but we go with the hope of giving our best. If it happens the opportunity to make a surprise, then we would be very happy. I would like to see progress in our game, to try to implement what we insist on in training, "said the coach of Mornara.
The center of the Mariners, Lovro Buljević believes that he and his teammates have something to show against the newcomers in the league.
"Dubai is a team that has been put together for the top of the table. A good, experienced team, it will certainly be a demanding match. We need to get together, to find strength, because we have something to show. We played well against FMP at one point, and FMP was better than Dubai - anyone can beat anyone," believes Buljević.
Dubai is 8-3 early.
"Mornar is playing better and better, so I expect an easy game. We have to play aggressively, focus on a strong defense and do our best. I hope we will win in the end," said Dubai coach Jurica Golemac.
Bonus video:
