Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (EFE).- The American forward from Gran Canaria John Shurna has recognized himself as “very happy” after winning the Euro Cup title against Turk Telekom Ankara (71-67) and having been chosen as the best player (MVP ) of the final, on a night in which “this team and this fans have made history”.
“I’m still absorbing it. It wasn’t the best match statistically, but it’s a final and we’ve made history. I want to thank my teammates and the public for achieving it”, added the Illinois player.
In his opinion, and after four years in the yellow entity, this could be “one of the best moments” of his career, an “incredible day and now it’s time to celebrate it with everyone.”
Finally, he thanked the fans for their support once again, in a match in which 9,869 people attended the Gran Canaria Arena.
“We already have a special bond with the island and with the fans, that shows in the celebration of this title. It is a very special moment for me ”, he concluded. EFE