Laso: Aggressive defense is essential against Virtus Bologna's pace

Anadolu Efes head coach Pablo Laso drew attention to the high tempo and aggressive drives to the basket of the opponent ahead of their EuroLeague match against Virtus Bologna.

Referring to the athleticism and fast-paced style of the Italian team, Laso said open-court defense will be decisive. Referring to experiences from the games against Paris Basketball and TOFAŞ, Laso noted that attacks on the basket must be met with the necessary physicality. He added that the opponent's tendency to take the game into the open court makes it necessary to shape the defensive plan accordingly.

Laso stressed that taking control of the tempo is only possible with this approach. Otherwise, he said, the flow of the game and the momentum swings would pass under the opponent's control. He also highlighted the importance of returning to good play in order to win at home.