Beşiktaş Milangaz head coach and team captain were at the Doğa College panel

The school invites successful sports celebrities each month, and December’s guests included two prominent Black Eagles. After sharing his background with the enthusiastic students, Ataman went on to explain the difference between NBA and European basketball. He said: “Basketball in NBA is more like an individual show while European basketball is based on teamwork.” When asked about Deron William’s adaptation into the team, Ataman replied, “Every time he stepped on court, he was covered by two men, so we had to play double guard to relieve him. He also had gotten a taste of European basketball by playing in Olympics.”
 
High-scoring shooting guard Hawkins underscored the importance of school education in sports and added, “Before the games, I always get a little excited, so I listen to music and call my family to pray for us. But when I am on the court, I quickly get over it.” A photo session with students followed the panel.