Maccabi Tel Aviv Player Colson Discusses Poor EuroLeague Start, Rivalry
Translated & summarized from Mako by baba
Maccabi Tel Aviv player Bonzie Colson admitted the team's "terrible start" to the EuroLeague season, citing defensive issues and poor shooting. Colson explained his return to Maccabi was due to familiarity and a desire to win, despite considering other offers. He also commented on the diminished intensity of the rivalry with Hapoel Tel Aviv, attributing it to a change in fan energy.
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- Bonzie Colson acknowledged Maccabi Tel Aviv's "terrible start" to the EuroLeague season with a 0-3 record.
- Colson suggested Hapoel Tel Aviv's interest was to prevent his return to Maccabi.
- He stated the rivalry with Hapoel Tel Aviv is not the same as it was previously.
- Colson expressed confidence that Maccabi Tel Aviv would overcome their early-season struggles.
- He chose to return to Maccabi Tel Aviv over other options like Olympiacos.
- Colson noted a decline in the energy and interaction of Hapoel Tel Aviv's fan base.
Maccabi Tel Aviv player Bonzie Colson acknowledged the team's "terrible start" to the EuroLeague season, which has seen them lose their first three games. In an interview with "Skweek," Colson admitted that "everything is not going well right now, on both sides of the court," but expressed confidence that the team would overcome the slump. He cited issues with defensive mistakes, allowing easy transition points, and a lack of shooting accuracy as contributing factors.
Colson explained his decision to return to Maccabi Tel Aviv, citing familiarity with the club, coaching staff, and the city. He mentioned considering Olympiacos during the offseason but ultimately chose to return to Maccabi. He also reflected on his personal growth, attributing it to experience and a better understanding of European basketball.
Addressing speculation about interest from Hapoel Tel Aviv, Colson suggested that their interest might have been a tactic to prevent his return to Maccabi. He contrasted the current rivalry with Hapoel Tel Aviv to his previous tenure, stating that the "real rivalry" and "war" atmosphere is gone, and that Hapoel's fan base lacks the energy and interaction they once had.
Looking ahead, Colson praised the EuroLeague's increasing talent and competitiveness, noting that every game is important. He specifically mentioned Panathinaikos, calling them a "fantastic coach" and "quality, deep squad" who will be "really good."
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