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Gianluca Basile criticized Sergio Scariolo for wrongly using Marco Belinelli, claiming that the former Virtus coach treated Belinelli like he's a finished player.

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Former EuroLeague champion Gianluca Basile had some harsh words for the former Virtus Segafredo Bologna head coach Sergio Scariolo.

Marco Belinelli

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Basile criticized Scariolo for the usage of Virtus veteran player Marco Belinelli.

"Marco didn't surprise me, he has always done great things in his career," Basile told La Gazzetta dello Sport. "He's a very smart player, and he's a perfect fit to coach Banchi's system."

"It was outrageous how Sergio Scariolo treated him last season. Scariolo treated Marco like he was some kind of finished player. It was a big mistake. This season we're all seeing how important he still can be at the highest level," Basile added.

Since Luca Banchi took over Virtus, Belinelli's playing time has increased, and he's been averaging 14.6 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.6 assists per game in 21 appearances this season.

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