Poirier criticizes Anadolu Efes over contract termination

French big man Vincent Poirier spoke about his separation from Anadolu Efes. The player spent the last two seasons with Anadolu Efes and suffered an Achilles tendon injury last season during the Playoff series against Fenerbahce Tarfin.

Following the injury, the player underwent surgery and his contract was terminated at the end of the season. Poirier said he learned of the decision through an email. He stated that he did not expect anything from the club on this matter, but that a lot had happened over two years and this was the last straw.

Poirier also described how his morale dropped during difficult times. He said he complained about these events happening to him while he was just returning from a new knee injury. He then said he tried to look at the situation from a broader perspective.

The player said he reminded himself that such situations can happen as part of basketball. Poirier noted that the body may sometimes be unable to endure, and said he is currently a free agent and continuing his work to return to the court.