Lokomotiv humiliated by French teenagers
Every year Lokomotiv Kuban is a strong candidate for the Eurocup trophy. They have money, they can buy any player they want, so it’s no surprise they reach almost always the semifinals or the finals of the competition.
This year, for example, they signed former NBA-player Isaiah Whitehead for 1 milion dolars net. How many points did the star score yesterday against Asvel Lyon? 0! His index rating? -3! Another American, Trevor Lacey scored 2 points. Former NBA, Dorell Wright: 5 points. The Eurocup winner and one of the pillars of Darussafaka team, Jajuan Johnson: 5 points.
On the other side, the French team gave credit to the young local talents. 18 years old Theo Maledon, Amine Noua (21) and Alpha Kaba (22) scored together 37 from a total of 67 points. And Lyon defeated Lokomotiv with 67-65 in Kuban. No words needed! Motivation, hard work, instead of too many useless stars in the same team is the key to success.
Gratian Cormos, info@brainbasketball.net
