Nastos Bazinis took his first steps as a PAOK player and talked about his new career chapter, coach Andrea Trinchieri, and the world of the "black and whites."

The 22-year-old guard arrived in Thessaloniki on Friday evening and spent a busy weekend. He underwent medical and ergometric exams, completed initial administrative procedures for his permanent residency, and had his first meeting with his new coach.

“I Want to Justify This Choice”

Bazinis shared his positive conversation with coach Andrea Trinchieri and expressed his joy at joining PAOK.

“We had a very positive conversation with the coach. I am very happy to be part of the team that Mr. Trinchieri is creating. It’s an honor to be chosen for this PAOK team, which has such big expectations for the future. It’s very flattering to be here. I want to justify this choice and live up to it from day one.”

The international guard also wore the black and white jersey for the first time, choosing the number 77. He described the moment as unique.

“I felt very good when I first wore the PAOK jersey. All of this is new and special to me. I want to reach great heights, have a great career, and I am very happy to have the opportunity to be part of this new start for PAOK.”

“PAOK’s Vision Brought Me Here”

Bazinis explained the fundamental reason for joining PAOK, speaking clearly about the team’s plan.

“There are many expectations, there are big goals in the team, and I will do everything to achieve them. PAOK’s vision brought me here to the team. It was an easy decision. It was also the best decision.”

He added, “Now we need to work to realize all the team’s goals, and I will contribute in the best possible way to this effort.”

In his new environment, Bazinis will find a familiar face, Giorgos Tziras. The two met during Apollon Patras times when Bazinis was still in the youth ranks.

“It’s very important to have someone I know by my side,” he said, adding, “I was very young back then, and Giorgos Tziras took care of me. We met again in the National team. We have an excellent relationship, and it’s a pleasure to work with him. It will be a great pleasure for everyone in the team who will work with him.”

The new PAOK player also spoke about the team’s world, which he experienced only as an opponent until now.

“I’ve heard the best about PAOK’s world. I’ve seen, of course, but only as an opponent. I can’t wait to step onto the field and play in front of them.”

He concluded with a message for the future: “This is the atmosphere they create on PAOK’s field, as well as on all the fields they travel to and stand by the team, and this is very important. We need to give them joy. We need to give it all on the field.”

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By Giorgos Nikolaidis - Member of Sportime.GR editorial team.