Orlando Magic point guard talks about the game against Flamengo
American point guard Victor Oladipo plays outside the US for the first time and talks about the matchup
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On Monday afternoon (October 05.10), American point guard Victor Oladipo, one of the main names of the Orlando Magic, who will face Flamengo in the NBA Global Games 2015 on October 17 at the HSBC Arena, spoke to the press in a virtual press conference in Rio de Janeiro. Among many questions, the player commented on his arrival in Brazil and the strength of Flamengo and its fans. Check out the statements below.
Coming to Brazil to play against Flamengo
"This will be my first time playing outside my country. It's going to be an incredible experience, a great opportunity. I know the atmosphere will be great, and I'm really looking forward to getting to know Brazil, even though we have little free time."
The strength of Flamengo
"I know Flamengo is a very strong team in Brazil. Their fan base is huge. I was impressed when they played us last year here in Orlando. Every good play the team made sent the fans into a frenzy. I hope they come to the match. It will be a great opportunity."
Flamengo's evolution from last year to now
"I'm sure Flamengo will put on a great performance. They may have changed a few players, but I believe the core team is the same as last year. They've definitely improved since last year. It's going to be a great match. I'm looking forward to getting to Brazil."
Flamengo's rival teams in Brazil
"You can wear any kind of blue you want. Just put on a shirt of that color and go to the gym and cheer for Orlando. Come to the game, it's going to be a great game."
Football
"I really like football and would love to have time to watch a match there in Brazil. It would be great to go to the stadium and win a Flamengo shirt."
The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo adult basketball team receives direct funding from its sponsors – SKY, Estácio, and Peugeot – as well as investments from Tim through the State Sports Incentive Law/State Secretariat of Sports, Leisure, and Youth (ICMS). You can also contribute to the development of new FlaBasquete athletes by becoming a Red-Black Guardian Angel. Simply transfer up to 6% of your income tax due and receive your contribution back in your income tax refund. The program will be back on air soon.
Coming to Brazil to play against Flamengo
"This will be my first time playing outside my country. It's going to be an incredible experience, a great opportunity. I know the atmosphere will be great, and I'm really looking forward to getting to know Brazil, even though we have little free time."
The strength of Flamengo
"I know Flamengo is a very strong team in Brazil. Their fan base is huge. I was impressed when they played us last year here in Orlando. Every good play the team made sent the fans into a frenzy. I hope they come to the match. It will be a great opportunity."
Flamengo's evolution from last year to now
"I'm sure Flamengo will put on a great performance. They may have changed a few players, but I believe the core team is the same as last year. They've definitely improved since last year. It's going to be a great match. I'm looking forward to getting to Brazil."
Flamengo's rival teams in Brazil
"You can wear any kind of blue you want. Just put on a shirt of that color and go to the gym and cheer for Orlando. Come to the game, it's going to be a great game."
Football
"I really like football and would love to have time to watch a match there in Brazil. It would be great to go to the stadium and win a Flamengo shirt."
The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo adult basketball team receives direct funding from its sponsors – SKY, Estácio, and Peugeot – as well as investments from Tim through the State Sports Incentive Law/State Secretariat of Sports, Leisure, and Youth (ICMS). You can also contribute to the development of new FlaBasquete athletes by becoming a Red-Black Guardian Angel. Simply transfer up to 6% of your income tax due and receive your contribution back in your income tax refund. The program will be back on air soon.