Nicola: We must be physical and smart against Tortona

Nutribullet Treviso will face Bertram Derthona Tortona in LBA on Sunday, 8 November, at Nova Arena. The game starts at 17:30 and will be broadcast live on LBA TV.

Head coach Marcelo Nicola reminded that the opponent has a wide and deep roster and is used to playing two games a week. Nicola said Tortona will arrive ready for this match. He said his team must be physical and smart against teams that play in Europe and are more physical, that they must be prepared when the opponent plays hard, and that they must stay balanced throughout the game.

Nicola said they want to start the game with pressure and high tempo. He said Tortona will also try to control the game from the first moment, and his team must turn that approach around. He stressed that the team learned to manage the physical style of play in its games against Milano, Venezia and Reggio Emilia. He also noted that opponents are beginning to know the team better, so they need to keep adjusting.

Gregorio Allinei said they approach every game the same way and focus only on their own performance. Noting that the season is still at its beginning, Allinei said he does not pay much attention to the standings and that, at this early stage, day-by-day work is what matters. He described Tortona as a talented team that plays in European cups and can compete for the top spots.

Allinei said he was happy to be trusted. The player, who recalled two important shots given to him in the Udine game, said this showed the team is healthy. He said that when he stays on the court for a short time, he wants to show his quality through energy and defense.