Andell Cumberbatch, you took your first steps with SLUC Nancy on Saturday against Fos (1). How do you see this first outing?
« It was a good match. I tried to do what I can do, defend hard, bring energy. With my versatility on both sides of the pitch, that’s what I hope to bring to this team. “
You seem to have quickly found your marks when you had arrived only two days earlier. But do you think it will take a while for you to be 100%?
” I am well. My teammates help me a lot and I already feel comfortable. I don’t worry about my adaptation. “
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Where were you just before signing for Nancy?
“I was at home in New Jersey. I was training on my own to stay in shape two sessions a day. The main thing is to stay in good physical shape. Basketball is one thing, staying in shape is another. “
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Why did you choose to come to Nancy?
“Nancy has a big team, with big ambitions and a big history. That’s what decided me. “
“With Covid-19, a lot of things are different”
Did you have other opportunities?
“Yes, but Nancy was the best option in terms of the organization, the coach… With the Covid-19, a lot of things are different. I had to make the right decision and I think it is. “
You played in the Czech Republic, Belgium, Austria, Cyprus, Israel and France two years ago under the Vichy-Clermont jersey. What characterizes French basketball in your eyes?
“It’s tough, physical, athletic basketball… I think it’s a country that suits me well. A good League. “
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What goal have you set for yourself? To be champion?
“Yes, that’s the point. I am here to win. Everyone has the same goal and wants to win. When you win everything is easier and in an ambitious team like this things are simpler. “
With the Covid-19, however, the clubs have no visibility for the weeks to come… How do you live with this situation as a player?
” It’s hard. The coronavirus does a lot of harm. In the United States, I tried to be in contact especially with my relatives and to see people “outside”. I kept the mask very often to stay healthy. We will see how this evolves (in France) but I am convinced that the authorities will make the right decision for the future. “
(1) In 18 ‘, he compiled 10 pts at 4/4 shoots, with 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals for a final evaluation of 17, the best Nancy side.
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