Zeliko Obradović, during his introduction by Dimitris Giannakopoulos and Panathinaikos BC, as part of his return, was asked to confirm or deny the rumors surrounding his possible collaboration with Dimitris Diamantidis and Mike Batiste.

Here is his full statement on the matter:

“I’m aware of the rumors; they’re part of life with all the media and social media. Everyone has an opinion. What am I supposed to do? Go out every day and say whether this is true or false? That’s not how my life works. I take my job seriously. When I decide who will be on the staff, I’ll first talk to the president and the other members of management, and then you’ll find out. I’ll always be open about it. It won’t be a secret. Right now, I can’t mention any names or say anything about it. I hope you understand.”

*photo source: KYPE