Isaiah Canaan: Our Goal Is the Final Four and the Trophy

Trabzonspor's experienced scorer Isaiah Canaan made statements to the Serbian outlet Meridian Sport. The 35-year-old player is one of the club's most important scoring options this season. Canaan described playing at the highest level and fighting for important goals as his greatest aim.

Canaan said that the club's goals and the project offered to him largely matched his expectations when he decided to join Trabzonspor. The player, who said he wants to show that he can perform at the top level, noted that many EuroLeague clubs were curious about this as well. Trabzonspor is competing in the FIBA Basketball Champions League for the first time in its history this season.

Canaan also spoke about the transfer of Mohamed Salah. He said he does not follow football closely, but his name came up often when he arrived in Trabzon. He was told that Salah was the biggest transfer in football, just as he was the biggest transfer in basketball. He added that he goes to football matches and that Salah will come to basketball games. He stressed that there is great excitement and enthusiasm in the city.

Speaking about the Basketball Champions League, Canaan said that many important clubs from across Europe are competing in the tournament. He said the team is taking it one match at a time and explained that the goal is to reach the Final Four and win the trophy. He added that they do not underestimate any opponent.