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Ettore Messina / Head Coach


Miestas: Catania
Šalis: Italy
Gimė: 1959-09-30
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Ettore Messina left the bench at a Lega A game due to migraine

2025-04-13

Olimpia Milano's head coach Ettore Messina had a very unpleasant situation today in Milano. After halftime of Lega A encounter against Pistoia, Messina was forced to leave the game due to migraine. At the time of the departure, Olimpia led 45-44 in Unipol Arena against last placed Pistoia.
Why didn't Olimpia's roster rebuild work?

2025-04-11

For the third year in a row, Olimpia Milan didn't reach the the EuroLeague post-season, and the European campaign once again came to an end with a feeling of great disappointment and dissatisfaction. Milan melted down at the key moment of the European season when there was a real possibility of making the playoffs.
Messina highlights injuries, regrets and what’s next for Olimpia Milan

2025-04-11

From the press room of the Unipol Forum, Ettore Messina shared his thoughts following EA7 Emporio Armani Milan’s final EuroLeague game of the season—a solid 111–89 win over Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz that brought their record to an even 17–17. Still, that wasn’t enough to earn a spot in the play-in showdown.
Ettore Messina opens up about Milan's future in the EuroLeague

2025-04-10

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan will finish another disappointing season in the EuroLeague on Thursday at home against Baskonia. Before the EuroLeague season finale, Milan's head coach Ettore Messina opened up about their team's future in the competition amid NBA Europe rumors. He said that Milan is in sync with the EuroLeague, but the NBA topic is still open.
Kenneth Faried earns high praise after playing following mother's passing

2025-04-07

Former NBA player Kenneth Faried went through a lot over the last couple of days after his mother passed away the night before the game between his team, UNAHOTELS Reggio Emilia, and EA7 Emporio Armani Milan on Sunday.
Messina after a crucial loss vs. Virtus: 'We'll be okay'

2025-04-04

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan suffered a shocking 70–90 blowout defeat against Virtus Bologna in Round 33 of the EuroLeague, a result that officially ended their hopes of securing the final play-in spot. Following the game, Milan head coach Ettore Messina addressed the tough loss, citing a depleted roster and a lack of confidence as key issues.
Ettore Messina shares his thoughts on NBA Europe League

2025-03-28

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan head coach Ettore Messina shared his thoughts on the NBA Europe League project following his team's 88-98 loss to FC Barcelona in the EuroLeague. Messina acknowledged the project's potential but highlighted the uncertainty surrounding its impact on the EuroLeague.
Messina talks about new financial rules: 'Not sure how it will be implemented'

2025-03-13

Olimpia Milano is traveling to Belgrade for their upcoming Euroleague match against Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade. Mozzart Sport and Basketball Sphere used that chance to do a joint interview with Ettore Messina. Messina talked about new financial rules of the Euroleague:
Ettore Messina makes alarming observations on European calendar, talent drain

2025-02-13

In recent months, the Italian Serie A has relaunched the 'Basketball & Conversations' podcast originally started by Andrea Trinchieri during the past season. Last time out, the expert who goes to interview other professionals of Italian basketball was Gianluca Basile, who hosted Ettore Messina.
Ettore Messina after 44-point loss: 'My team is very depressed'

2025-01-23

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan faced Anadolu Efes Istanbul, aiming to extend Efes' five-game EuroLeague losing streak. However, plagued by injuries, Milan suffered a massive 44-point blowout, losing 110-66 on the road. Milan was without key players Nikola Mirotic, Fabien Causeur, Josh Nebo, and Ousmane Diop, while Zach LeDay played through pain.
Ettore Messina fears Zach LeDay suffered a serious shoulder injury

2025-01-20

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan forward Zach LeDay suffered a possibly serious shoulder dislocation in Milan's domestic league game against Reyer Venezia on Sunday.  After the game, coach Ettore Messina worried about players exiting with injuries. The most concerning injury was Zach LeDay's. The American forward fell on the floor and grabbed his left shoulder after contact with Venezia's player.
Messina says Causeur's recovery time will determine Milan's next moves

2025-01-12

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan needed Nikola Mirotic's 33-point performance to overcome Reggio Emilia 108-106 at the Forum. The long-term absentee Josh Nebo and Ousmane Diop sat out. Nebo will need at least four more months to step on the court, while Diop will have to sit out for at least three weeks. 
Messina takes a jab at referees: 'We were treated as EuroLeague rookies'

2024-12-26

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan suffered a heartbreaking 83-84 loss to Olympiacos Piraeus, and head coach Ettore Messina did not hold back his thoughts on the officiating.
Messina provides worrisome update on Josh Nebo: 'Extremely rare injury'

2024-12-23

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan center Josh Nebo suffered his third injury of the season during the EuroLeague Round 17 clash against Bayern Munich. Head coach Ettore Messina described the situation as serious on Monday.
Messina gives update on status of Bolmaro, Nebo after loss to Virtus

2024-12-08

After Derthona, Virtus Bologna also forced EA7 Emporio Armani Milan to a home loss in the Italian league. Coached by Nenad Jakovljevic, Dusko Ivanovic's assistant, the guests took a comfortable 82-73 win at the Unipol Forum on Sunday evening.
Mike James describes his animosity towards Messina: 'I wouldn't talk to him now'

2024-11-24

Mike James was Shane Larkin's guest on Off the RECourt Show, where the two of them discussed a lot of basketball-related topics. One of them was James' relationship with Olimpia Milano's head coach Ettore Messina, where he went in depth to elaborate on why he left Olimpia and signed with CSKA Moscow.
Ettore Messina highly disappointed: 'We were disgraceful'

2024-11-12

EA7 Emporio Armani Milan entered the game against ALBA Berlin as the overwhelming favorites, and yet they managed to lose to the last team in the standings that didn't have 8 of its players. Milan led by 13 points in the middle of the third quarter, but ALBA made a comeback and forced an overtime. In the extra five minutes, the home team was better.
Ettore Messina on LeDay: 'Zach is our Draymond Green'

2024-11-07

Injury-riddled EA7 Emporio Armani Milan stunned Real Madrid with an 85-76 victory at home on Thursday night, handing Los Blancos their third consecutive EuroLeague loss. Zach LeDay was the backbone of Milan's success, logging a remarkable 38 minutes and 19 seconds on the court, with less than two minutes of rest.
Third time unlucky? Olimpia Milan's season begins with familiar struggles

2024-11-07

For the third year in a row, EA7 Emporio Armani Milan's start to the EuroLeague season was disappointing, to say the least. The team, coached by coach Ettore Messina, began its European campaign with a 2-5 record.
Olimpia Milano without Shields and Messina in Vitoria

2024-10-28

Olimpia Milano announced the absences of Shavon Shields and Ettore Messina for tomorrow's away game against Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz in Round 6 of the EuroLeague. Shields did not travel to Vitoria with the team due to a groin injury he suffered last week in domestic competition against Napoli Basket.
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