Aquila Trento: Rossi and Olivari Speak Ahead of Virtus Bologna Match

In the Italian Basketball League (LBA), Aquila Trento hosts Virtus Bologna at BTS Arena on Sunday evening. The two teams fought a close battle through the fifth game of last season's playoff series, and the series was decided in the final minutes. Virtus has won 6 and lost 1 in the league this season, while it has 4 wins and 6 losses in EuroLeague.

Head coach Alessandro Rossi said the opponent is a top-level team and that the match will require a performance at the limits of excellence. Noting that the team is going through a difficult period and that the schedule is demanding, Rossi stressed the importance of continuing to work without fixating on results. Rossi added that the group trains with great passion in every practice.

Quincy Olivari said the team must start the match with a clear mind. Being effective on the boards, reducing turnovers and playing with focus for 40 minutes stood out as the main priorities. Olivari said he will shoot if there is an open look, and will pass if a teammate is left open.

Reyer Venezia, Pallacanestro Cantù and Nutribullet Treviso also shared their pre-match comments this week. The Reyer Venezia vs Maxima Roma game will be broadcast for free on LBATV on Sunday at 18.00. No subscription will be needed to watch this broadcast.