Simone Fontecchio on his opportunity with Jazz: 'It's the ideal situation' / News - Basketnews.com

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Simone Fontecchio, who has recently signed a guaranteed two-year contract with the Utah Jazz in the NBA, said that he's really happy with the chance and the situation on the Jazz in an interview with Paolo Bartezzaghi of La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Simone Fontecchio

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The Italian forward, who played for Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz the previous season, was more than just happy to finally get a chance in the NBA.

"It was fascinating, difficult to put into words. Something far from reality, almost shocking," said Fontecchio about the emotions after signing a contract with the Jazz.

The 26-year-old believes he can get a real chance on the rebuilding Jazz that recently traded Rudy Gobert.

"The Jazz situation is in the making after the trade of Rudy Gobert," said the Italian.

"No one guarantees minutes on the floor but there is a real opportunity," continued Fontecchio.

"It is the ideal situation I was looking for. I am overjoyed," added Fontecchio.

The forward like his chances to be able to stay in the NBA long-term and already has an idea of what he needs to do to make it a reality.

"I think I can stay in the NBA. I'll have to be solid on defense, and a dangerous shooter," Fontecchio explained.

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