Virtus Mission: Recover Pajola. The playmaker remains in doubt for Napoli

Without disrespect to the Euroleague – the Virtus would like to be part of it next season too – Ivanovic and his boys are more focused on the championship. And the A league which, eventually, could provide some satisfaction in a season marked by the resignation of a coach (Banchi) and a new board of directors (after the exit of Luca Baraldi).

The match with the Real Madrid has exposed, once again, the difference between the Black V of today and the top clubs. But credit must be given to the team, and its coach, for still trying to go beyond their limits.

For self-love, certainly, but also to give some satisfaction to a public that, despite the 'European slaps in the face' - seven consecutive defeats in the Old Continent - continues to sing and push the team.

Next week there will be the away match in Belgrade against Maccabi: it could be the opportunity to try to get closer to the third-last place and prove something.

Virtus wants to prove it deserves the lead – now shared with Brescia – tomorrow in Naples.

And Virtus is working to get back to the top Alexander Pajola. The director may not be the kingmaker, but in terms of defense, leadership and loyalty to the shirt, he is second to none.

Pajola is generous and, perhaps, this aspect cost him something in the national team. Where he took on the role of captain for the first time – following in the footsteps of another great Juventus player, Roberto Brunamonti –, but perhaps he gritted his teeth because of a condition that was not at its best.

Alessandro complains of a small problem with his ankle. Ivanovic spared him the fatigue of Real, diverting Cordinier to the danger Campazzo, but now the goal is to get him back on his feet for tomorrow.

Napoli is at the bottom of the standings, but the tailspin does not reassure anyone. And Virtus knows it needs the best Pajola to give greater balance to the group, which will leave by train, destination Campania, in the early afternoon.

Tonight, finally, interesting news could arrive. The double advance is of close interest to captain Belinelli and his teammates. At 20:XNUMX space for Brescia-Olimpia Milano, while half an hour later Trapani-Trieste will be played.