Obradoviç Praises Spanulis: His Hard Work Is Clear

The relationship between Željko Obradoviç and Vasilis Spanulis has gone through many phases over the years. Today both lead different teams, and the emotional distance between them is visible even on match days.

The handshake and exchange of gifts between the two coaches before the match were very warm. A few seconds before the game ended, Obradoviç went back to Aris's bench and responded with applause. This moment showed that the rivalry between the clubs did not spill beyond the court.

At the press conference, Obradoviç spoke only positively about Spanulis. He noted that Spanulis's character as a player was well known to everyone. As a head coach, he pointed to the results Spanulis had earlier achieved with Monaco and with the national team.

In his answer to a question, Obradoviç said that Spanulis's hard work was clearly visible. He also said he congratulated him on the successes he had achieved in the past.