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Vasiljevic says 36ers must continue to rise
Adelaide 36ers captain DJ Vasiljevic said his side has to build on last Monday night’s road win in Sydney when Melbourne United visit the Entertainment Centre on Saturday.
Vasiljevic said he was proud with the way the team responded against the Kings, with an increased intensity at both ends of the floor in the 111-96 success.
“We came out desperate last game, and we got to continue this going into the New Year,” Vasiljevic said.
“We need to find an identity defensively. We can have all the Xs and Os, but if we don’t come desperate, what’s the point of writing everything on the board.
“We came out hungry and we set the tone.”
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Vasiljevic expects the home fans to be extra loud with United coming to Adelaide for the first time since the on-court incidents at John Cain Arena on November 17 which led to suspensions of Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis.
“It will be packed out, it will be very hostile, and it will be exciting,” Vasiljevic said.
“It’s great for the league, it’s going to be prime time, so let’s jump ball and play.
“It’s a revenge game for us, we know what they did to us last time.”
Vasiljevic said the side has put in place expectations within the group at a meeting before the win against the Kings, which will benefit the group moving forward.
“There are no issues, it’s just let’s simplify the game plan and play hungry basketball,” Vasiljevic said.
“Everyone has bought in, from the myself, the players, the staff, management, we are all in this together.
“There is still a chance (for the playoffs) and it can be done, I’ve done it before in Sydney when we won the first championship.
“We will stick together and keep moving forward.”
ADELAIDE 36ERS vs MELBOURNE UNITED
Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Saturday 5pm ACDT
Live on ESPN via Kayo SportsOVERALL
Played 43, Adelaide 13, Melbourne 30LIKELY STARTERS
36ers: Kendric Davis, DJ Vasiljevic, Lat Mayen, Montrezl Harrell, Isaac Humphries.
United: Shea Ili, Matthew Dellavedova, Chris Goulding, Jack White, Rob Loe.LAST FIVE MATCHES
Nov 17, 2024 – United 113 def 36ers 93 at John Cain Arena
Oct 13, 2024 – United 106 def 36ers 79 at John Cain Arena
Jan 6, 2024 – 36ers 100 def United 96 at AEC
Dec 16, 2023 – United 107 def 36ers 96 at John Cain Arena
Oct 1, 2023 – United 82 def 36ers 74 at AECSTATS THAT MATTER
– Adelaide has lost the third quarter in each of its last five home games.
– The 36ers have lost four of its past five home games.
– Adelaide ranks 1st for free throws made per game this season (18.0).
– Kendric Davis has scored 15+ points in 15 consecutive appearances – longest active streak of any player in the league.
– Montrezl Harrell ranks 2nd for points in the paint per game (12.3) this season.
– Kendric Davis recorded an equal-career-high 11 assists in his last outing against Melbourne.
– Isaac Humphries ranks 3rd for blocks per game (1.1) this season.
– Kendric Davis has recorded 5+ assists in 11 consecutive appearances – longest active streak of any player in the league.
– DJ Vasiljevic ranks 4th for three-pointers made per game (2.7) this season.
– 19.6% of Adelaide’s scoring has come from the free-throw line – highest in the league.
– Kendric Davis ranks 1st for assists per game (7.5) this season and 2nd for points per game (24.0) this season.
The Adelaide 36ers have been on a rollercoaster ride this season, but head coach Connor Vasiljevic believes that the team must continue to rise in order to reach their full potential.Despite some ups and downs, the 36ers have shown flashes of brilliance and have the talent to compete with the best teams in the league. Vasiljevic knows that consistency is key, and he is pushing his players to bring their A-game every night.
“We have a lot of talent on this team, but we need to stay focused and continue to work hard,” Vasiljevic said. “We can’t afford to get complacent or let our guard down. We need to keep pushing ourselves to improve and elevate our game.”
The 36ers have shown that they have what it takes to be a playoff contender, but they will need to stay hungry and stay focused in order to make a deep run. Vasiljevic believes in his team and is confident that they have what it takes to succeed.
As the season progresses, the 36ers will need to continue to rise to the occasion and show the rest of the league that they are a force to be reckoned with. With Vasiljevic leading the charge, the future looks bright for the Adelaide 36ers.
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Vasiljevic says 36ers keen to bounce back
Returning Adelaide 36ers captain DJ Vasiljevic said his side is ready to bounce back in Saturday night’s showdown against Perth Wildcats at the Entertainment Centre.
After going down 111-90 to Brisbane Bullets at home on Christmas Eve, Vasiljevic said his side is primed to make a statement.
“The mood wasn’t great (after the Bullets loss), everyone is over losing,” Vasiljevic told NBL Now.
“We have been giving up over 105 points per game, it’s not about tactics, it’s about pride on that end.
“We have to lock in defensively if we want to make a run.”
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Head coach Mike Wells said his side will look to make adjustments at the defensive end and was clear when asked how he spent his first Christmas in Adelaide.
“Watching Perth,” Wells said.
Vasiljevic returns after missing the past five matches with a hamstring issue, and the captain can’t wait to get back out on the court.
“I was sick of sitting there watching, I want to be out there,” Vasiljevic said.
“When I’m out there I can spread the floor, I’m a threat from the outside, which will open up some opportunities for my teammates.”
The 36ers captain said his side need to bounce back in front of what will be the 10th straight home game sellout this season
“The effort, the energy, the rebounding, it all starts with us,” Vasiljevic said.
“We can’t let our offense dictate how the game goes, we got to lock up defensively.”
ADELAIDE 36ERS vs PERTH WILDCATS
Adelaide Entertainment Centre, Saturday 7.30pm ACDT
Live on ESPN via Kayo SportsOVERALL
Played 157, Adelaide 69, Perth 88LIKELY STARTERS
36ers: Kendric Davis, Keanu Rasmussen, Lat Mayen, Montrezl Harrell, Isaac Humphries.
Wildcats: Ben Henshall, Bryce Cotton, Dylan Windler, David Okwera, Izan Almansa.LAST FIVE MATCHES
Dec 8, 2024 – Wildcats 115 def 36ers 105 at AEC
Dec 28, 2023 – Wildcats 100 def 36ers 82 at AEC
Nov 4, 2023 – Wildcats 99 def 36ers 88 at RAC Arena
Oct 21, 2023 – 36ers 89 def Wildcats 78 at AEC
Oct 6, 2023 – Wildcats 82 def 36ers 75 at RAC ArenaSTATS THAT MATTER
– Adelaide has won 11 of its last 14 games at Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
– The 36ers rank 1st in the league for free throws made per game this season (17.7).
– Kendric Davis has scored 20+ points in five consecutive appearances – longest active streak of any player in the league.
– Montrezl Harrell is one of only two qualified players ranked top 10 in the league for both points (19.6) and rebounds (8.9) per game this season.
– Jarell Martin has a career average of 2.4 three-pointers made per game against Perth – most against any opponent.
– Kendric Davis ranks 1st for assists per game (7.3) this season.
– Montrezl Harrell ranks 1st for points in the paint per game (12.6) this season.
– Isaac Humphries is one of only two qualified players in the league averaging at least 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks per game this season.
The Adelaide 36ers may have had a tough start to the season, but head coach Conner Vasiljevic is confident that his team is ready to bounce back. Despite a string of losses, Vasiljevic remains optimistic about the 36ers’ potential and is determined to turn their season around.In a recent interview, Vasiljevic acknowledged the challenges the team has faced so far, but emphasized the importance of staying focused and working together to improve. He highlighted the talent and potential of his players, and expressed confidence that they have what it takes to compete at a high level.
With a renewed sense of determination and a positive attitude, Vasiljevic and the 36ers are ready to put their early struggles behind them and focus on the future. Fans can expect to see a resilient and motivated team take the court in the upcoming games as they strive to climb the standings and make their mark in the league.
Stay tuned for more updates on the Adelaide 36ers as they look to bounce back and make a strong push towards success this season.
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