PJ Dozier, Frank Kaminsky stunned by Partizan fans after outdoor scrimmage / News - Basketnews.com

Partizan newcomers PJ Dozier and Frank Kaminsky marveled at the atmosphere created by 7,000 home fans before, during, and after a friendly game vs. Fuenlabrada in an outdoor court.

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Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade hosted and beat Fuenlabrada 93-63 in a friendly game that was held at Tasmajdan, a sports complex comprising an outdoor swimming pool, which was transformed into a basketball court.

The outdoor setting and the atmosphere created by 7,000 fans were the main ingredients of a night to remember for the two Partizan newcomers, PJ Dozier and Frank Kaminsky.

Flares, fireworks, banners, chants. Everything seemed unreal, especially for basketball players who had never experienced anything like it before. Ognjen Jaramaz was already used to similar scenes in the Pionir and Stark Arena, but the rest of the newcomers were a little confused about everything that was happening.

The duel of the clubs that share a special bond dating back to 1992, when Partizan played all of their European Championship home games in Fuenlabrada, was marked by the dominance of the Serbian side throughout the course of the match. The early lead allowed coach Zeljko Obradovic to use all 14 available players.

"Amazing atmosphere," Dozier told Mozzart Sport.

"I can see why Partizan fans have the title of being the best in the league, or in the world. I'm definitely blessed to have had the opportunity to play in front of them. I took advantage of that."

The 26-year-old guard/forward commented on the peculiar setting that reminded him of his childhood.

"Growing up, we always played outside. So, it's good to get back to the roots and get a little childhood feel. Being able to play outside as a professional was exciting," he argued.

What the six-year NBA veteran admired the most was the show that Partizan fans put on for everyone to watch and enjoy.

"I caught myself watching the fans rather than paying attention to the game," Dozier admitted. "It was an exciting experience."

"It was incredible," Frank Kaminsky agreed.

"I had never experienced anything like it. I'm really looking forward to seeing what it will be like in the arena," the big man told MozzartSport.

"Every day is easier for me," he commented on his adjustment process.

"For now, we are working on continuity, on creating chemistry, but what makes it a lot easier for me is the fact that there are a lot of players on the team who have been together for several years. When I forget something or I don't know how to do it, they immediately help me," added the veteran NBA player, who scored 13 points in the scrimmage.

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