Luca Vildoza reflects on decision to join Zvezda, looks forward to facing Partizan / News - Basketnews.com

Luca Vildoza talked about how he signed with Crvena Zvezda, his relationship with the team's fans, and the Serbian derby games against Partizan.

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The arrival of Luca Vildoza brought new energy to Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade and the turn of the season that took place under coach Dusko Ivanovic brought a string of 10 victories in all competitions. At the same time, the Argentinian guard emerged as one of the fans' favorite players almost overnight.

Luca Vildoza

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Even though Red Star didn't make the EuroLeague playoffs, Vildoza is having a stellar campaign after spending 18 months in the NBA.

In the show "They Love Serbia" on Arenasport television, Vildoza spoke about his stay in Serbia so far, his teammates, fans, and Zvezda's main rivals, Partizan Mozzart Bet.

"I hesitated because it was a new country, and I didn't know anything about it," he admitted recalling how he ended up signing with the Serbian side.

"I didn't speak the language, nor did I know anyone on the team. It was hard for me to come here. After two or three months, I realized it was a good decision and I'm very happy here," Vildoza told Arenasport television.

The fans, he said, really impressed him.

"They are full of energy. I have seen this passion in the fans of Zvezda and Partizan. I have a feeling they can't wait for the game to come and then they just transfer that energy to you," he argued.

The international guard also revealed the atmosphere in the locker room, but also who he wants to face in the final of the Adriatic League.

"There's a good atmosphere within the team. Everything is fine. In ABA, we are waiting for the regular season to finish, and after that we will know who goes to the playoffs, and especially where Partizan will be.

We're waiting for them. I would like to play against them in the ABA League finals. That's additional motivation."

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