Nick Weiler-Babb discusses Germany's Olympic run and the team's determination to achieve more. He highlights their strong chemistry, fan recognition, and coach Gordon Herbert's lasting impact.
Nick Weiler-Babb, a player for Germany's national basketball team, expressed his excitement about the team's historic achievement in reaching the Olympic semi-finals for the first time after beating Greece (76-63).
| Player of the Game | |
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14
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| Johannes Thiemann | |
| Points | 10 |
| Accuracy | 4-6 |
| Rebounds | 6 |
| Assists | 0 |
"It feels amazing to be here, but I don't think any of us are just happy with being here," Weiler-Babb said.
The team is focused on maintaining momentum and pushing forward, recognizing the importance of their upcoming game.
"We want to keep on going," he emphasized.
Weiler-Babb attributes the team's success to their strong chemistry and continuity.
"We have basically been the same team for the past three years," he noted, emphasizing the importance of keeping the core group together.
He also praised the leadership of key players such as Dennis Schroder, Franz Wagner, Johannes Voigtmann, and Daniel Theis, highlighting their influence on the team's performance and cohesion.
"It's easy to follow those guys. We know they are our leaders on the national team this year."
Reflecting on the recognition the team has received, Weiler-Babb acknowledged that there is more respect for German basketball now.
"They did a hell of a job last year at the world championship," he said, noting that the increased recognition is not the team's primary goal.
"We do it because we're enjoying each other," he added, emphasizing the team's unity and shared enjoyment of the game.
Germany's national team continues to build on their recent successes, with Weiler-Babb and his teammates continuing their run at this year's Olympics.
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