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Nedovic Calls Walkup One of EuroLeague's 'Dirtiest' Players
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Nedovic Calls Walkup One of EuroLeague's 'Dirtiest' Players

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Serbian basketball player Nemanja Nedovic described Thomas Walkup as one of the 'dirtiest' players in the EuroLeague.
  • Nedovic recalled a game where Walkup intensely guarded him, leading to frustration.
  • Despite the criticism of his playing style, Nedovic acknowledged Walkup as a good person off the court.

Nemanja Nedovic, a Serbian guard, has singled out Olympiacos player Thomas Walkup as one of the most frustrating opponents he has faced in the EuroLeague. Nedovic described Walkup's intense, physical style of play as "dirty," expressing his annoyance with players who initiate contact and push opponents.

"Those players who hit you and push you drive me crazy," Nedovic stated. "You lose your mind because of them, but when you hit them and push them, they don't react at all. They are the worst for me, and usually they are great guys off the court. He is one of them."

Those players who hit you and push you drive me crazy. You lose your mind because of them, but when you hit them and push them, they don't react at all. They are the worst for me, and usually they are great guys off the court. He is one of them.

— Nemanja NedovicNedovic described his frustration with players who employ aggressive, physical tactics.

Nedovic recounted a specific game where Walkup was assigned to guard him closely in the second half after Nedovic had scored 20 points in the first. "He is one of the 'dirtiest' players in the EuroLeague, but he is a good guy and you can't get mad at him," Nedovic added.

Despite his strong words about Walkup's on-court tactics, Nedovic acknowledged the American player's positive qualities. He recognized Walkup's skill and character, noting that he is a likeable person away from the game, making it difficult to maintain animosity.

I scored 20 points in the first half and they put Walkup to guard me closely in the second half. He is one of the 'dirtiest' players in the EuroLeague, but he is a good guy and you can't get mad at him.

— Nemanja NedovicNedovic reflected on a specific game and reiterated his assessment of Walkup's playing style.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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