Vincent Poirier after cruising win: 'Job ain't finished' / News - Basketnews.com

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Real Madrid demolished Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv, 95-66, becoming the only team that completely fulfilled their home-court advantage in the 2021-22 EuroLeague playoffs.

Player of the Game EFF 31 Vincent Poirier Points 16 Accuracy 4-5 Rebounds 10 Assists 2

Moreover, the Royal club forced the Israeli champs to their largest playoffs loss in the club's history.

Vincent Poirier was instrumental in great Real success. The French center dominated under the baskets and registered a double-double with 16 points (4/5 2PT, 8/11 FT), 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 1 turnover, 2 blocks, and a game-high 31 PIR.

"It feels good but the job is not finished. We need one more victory. We know Tel Aviv is a tough place to play. It will be two tough games, we need to take one of them," Poirier said post-game.

The big man scored only 2 points and had -1 PIR in Game 1 but, according to the player, his goal was not to prove something in this duel.

"I had nothing to prove. I tried to do my job. Tonight, I grabbed a lot of rebounds and gave my team an opportunity to score again. I am really happy. We did it together. We rebounded well defensively, too. It was a great team effort."

Last but not least, Poirier sent a message to Los Blancos' fans.

"Thank you for supporting us. We went through hard times during the season but when you play for Madrid and playoffs are coming, all the team is focused on that and we forget the past. We are all dedicated to what's going next," Poirier finished.

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