Alibegovic: I Play Better as I Get Older

Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport, Mirza Alibegovic described his development in recent years with a playful comparison. Likening himself to a fine wine, the player said he plays better as he gets older. He noted that in a strong roster he sometimes finds it easier to get shots off, and that his personal statistics have been satisfying.

Alibegovic stressed that after losing their first two games, the team has won four in a row, and he said he is very happy with that run. He recalled the easy home defeat against Napoli and the game in Bologna, where they were 11 points up with the final 5 minutes to play.

Noting that Maxima's fan base has grown, Alibegovic recalled that Palaeur was completely full for the derby. He said the club is working to get fans interested in basketball, and that the wins they earn will draw more people to the team. About Totti, he said the team had seen him at training several times, and that the American players immediately understood how important he is worldwide, not just in Rome.

When asked about the season goal, Alibegovic said they will try to stay close to the top of the table. He said the league is very balanced and that no single team stands out. He added that Eurocup has reduced their training time, but competing in Europe is still beneficial for the team.