Kendrick Nunn explains bold pre-game statement, singles out key game for PAO / News - Basketnews.com

Kendrick Nunn addressed his audacious quote about Fenerbahce and Panathinaikos' biggest problem so far. The EuroLeague newcomer also marked his team's most important game on the calendar.

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On the eve ofPanathinaikos AKTOR Athensgame againstFenerbahce Beko Istanbul, Turkish journalist Deniz Aksoy askedKendrick Nunnfor his opinion on the Turkish team.

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The American guard did not hesitate to give an answer that perfectly reflected his high level of self-confidence, but could also come across as somewhat conceited.

"They're coming to lose. This is what I have to say,"Nunn proclaimed.

"They are a good team, we're not going to underestimate them. We saw their game, they play quite aggressively. We have our plan ready and we want to finish the job," the player added.

When the two squads took the floor on Friday night, Nunn had no intention of being exposed after that bold statement and took care of business to the fullest extent. He finished with 23 points, 19 of which came in the second half. He also provided the game's ultimate highlight by blocking Nick Calathes' layup attempt with two minutes left on the game clock and the hosts up by eight (69-61).

When reporters entered Panathinaikos' locker room after the Greens celebrated their 16th win (16-10) in the current EuroLeague campaign, a resounding 74-63 over the Turkish powerhouse, Nunn seemed prepared and willing to take any question regarding his audacious statement.

"I feel good about it," he made clear right from the start.

"I let you know what was going to happen. It's called

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