Chupeta celebrates victory in the second round of the NBB
Flamengo coach counts on Fred for the game in Joinville
By From the team at Flamengo's official website - in
Flamengo remains undefeated in the 2009-2010 New Basketball Brazil season. After debuting with a victory against Vila Velha, the team defeated Saldanha da Gama at the HSBC Arena, earning their second win in two games. More important than that, however, was playing well again. For coach Paulo Chupeta, his team played well in Flamengo's 109-72 victory over Saldanha.
"The team read the game well today. We managed to break through their defensive block and attacked their defense well. After they were twenty points up, they managed it. The difference, I think, was significant because Saldanha's team is a traditional one. But Flamengo did well," he said.
According to the coach, the return of point guard Fred, who was crucial in the decisive matches against Brasília last season and is currently recovering from an injury to his left hand, will be gradual.
According to the coach, the return of point guard Fred, who was crucial in the decisive matches against Brasília last season and is currently recovering from an injury to his left hand, will be gradual.
"He avoided contact a bit today. I hope he's much better in Joinville and can help us more," he added.