Olimpia Milano, Shavon Shields and Zach LeDay already fit.

Next event: the Crete Tournament

The new Olimpia Milano is beginning to take shape. In Vigevano, the new AX è managed to knock out Hapoel (83-81) in the Bottacin Tournament. An excellent test for the red and white, with important signals for the technical staff, especially Coach Messina.

After a not easy start, accomplices of a few too many mistakes (normal at this point of the preparation), Olimpia è relied on its aces who responded. Down at the end of the third period, Milan changed pace in the last quarter, managing to snatch the victory.

Decisive was the contribution of the new red and white captain Shields, author of 22 points (best scorer of the match) and many important plays. Excellent also the contribution of LeDay, already appeared in good physical condition (16 points). Some flashes of class also from Mirotic, especially in the final. The former Barcelona man finished with 13 points on the scoreboard.

Overall, Olimpia showed great potential. Preparation is going on smoothly. Over the weekend, è the Crete Tournament is scheduled. On Saturday, at 5 p.m., Olimpia Milano will take the court against Fenerbahce of former red and white captain Melli. Virtus Bologna and Olympiacos Piraeus are also in the tournament. A taste of the upcoming Euroleague.