Ilias Papatheodorou talked after the game against Holargos about how the game evolved, as well as about the general situation of the team.

PAOK's coach also talked about the injuries suffered by William Hatcher and Jamal Jones, who did not get to play today.

"We returned to action after one month and the important thing for us is that we won the game. This is going to help us find rhythm and reach a competitive level that we were in 15 days ago. Holargos is a very good and well organized team, and this was obvious at the end when they proved how good they are when they tried to come back from trailing by 22 relying on their defense, which is their strong suit. We keep the victory and move ahead, congratulations to all my players"

About the problematic preparation of the game: «The reality is that the first practice of our team was yesterday, on the eve of the game. The lack of playing rhythm was destined to affect us at some point. We experienced a "black out" in performing when we were leading by 22».

About what comes next and whether the atmosphere is better: «There is a general optimism. We have received a clear and substantial message. It wasn't just words, we saw actions. I hope all of that transforms into something good for the team. What's important for the team is to build its next day. This is more important that playing a final of maybe even qualifying to the BCL Final Four».

On William Hatcher: «Hatcher received a blow yesterday at practice, which neither he nor we thought to be serious. His condition got worse at night and despite the care administered by the medical staff he wasn't able to play. However, I don't think it's anything serious».

On Jamal Jones: "Jones is a unique situation and I need to congratulate him. In the past three months he not only has to deal with the problem the whole team has had to deal as well, but also with a serious knee problem. His injury is very serious and it is probable that tomorrow there is going to be developments determining if he can continue playing with us».

On whether he would like to replace him with Terran Petteway: «It would be very good if he came, but it's very difficult».