Coach Simone Pianigiani spoke about the upcoming EuroLeague big game against Real Madrid in Milan. “Real is one of the most talented teams in the competition. Even without a world-class talent like Luka Doncic, they still have a lot with Campazzo, Fernandez, Carroll and Causeur who was able to score 26 against Panathinaikos last week. Plus, they have many different types of big men and so Coach Laso can use a lineup with a creative 4 like Randolph or a post-up physical player like Reyes at that position. Finally like all the great teams they have a tough defense with the ability of sharing minutes and energy so they can establish an uptempo game all the time”. Olimpia is coming off two wins and if 5-5, a playoff-pace, in the season second half. “We will have to control the tempo offensively and limit the turnovers, we will have to stay together when they will have their runs, especially from a mental standpoint. It’s a prohibitive game but we want to live it as part of a special experience and an opportunity to improve, gain confidence and show how much we can compete with the best teams”.