The 34-year-old American guard, Brandon Jefferson, has committed to Club Baloncesto Gran Canaria until the end of the current season. After a discreet debut, Jefferson delivered a strong performance in the Canary Islands derby against La Laguna Tenerife at the Gran Canaria Arena, contributing 13 points, two rebounds, and three assists in 20 minutes.
Following the derby victory, Jefferson positively assessed the atmosphere and the result: "It was a great win, with the fans creating a great atmosphere. I'm happy for the club and for the guys, but every game is now a final and we have our sights set on Lleida."
“"Every game is now a final and we have our sights set on Lleida, which is another important game this Sunday."
The team, currently fifteenth with a record of ten wins and 21 losses, will face Hiopos Lleida, who are thirteenth with 11 wins and 20 defeats, this Sunday at the Espai Fruita Barris Nord. The match is crucial for remaining in the top national competition.
Jefferson, who had two weeks of intensive training before the derby, emphasized the importance of concentration: "We have to be focused and take every game seriously because they are finals." He anticipates a hard-fought match in Lleida, highlighting the atmosphere generated by their fans.
“"I expect a dogfight in Lleida. I've heard their fans are great, they make noise and are very close to the court, but players like these atmospheres."
The player concluded by stressing the need to play together, intelligently, and with focus from the start to face the challenge.
