Zeljko Obradovic Arrived in Athens, Then Commented: "I am happy, I am respected here... A coach's job is not easy"
On this ninth of February, a formal ceremony was held in Athens, where "Gazeta" inducted Zeljko Obradovic into the "Hall of Fame". The renowned expert was in Greece, and there he gave a short speech while in the company of his former basketball players.
TL;DR
- Zeljko Obradovic was inducted into the Hall of Fame in Athens on February 9th by "Gazeta".
- He was honored for his exceptional 35-year contribution to basketball.
- Obradovic is the most decorated coach in EuroLeague history with nine titles.
- He expressed happiness and gratitude for the respect he feels in Greece.
- He thanked all the people and players he worked with throughout his 34-year coaching career.
- Former players, including Kostas Sloukas, Dimitris Diamantidis, and Vasilis Spanoulis, were present.
- Obradovic was particularly proud to see former players who are now coaches.
- He specifically thanked Dimitris Diamantidis, Fragkiskos Alvertis, and Kostas Sloukas.