Hello, Lukasz. First things first, how does it feel to be starting the season by trying to reach the Euroleague with fan support like you got in the opening game?

"It definitely feels good. We have great fans in Caserta and prepared well enough for the game against Khimki. We had time to prepare, as it was our first official game this season, and it is a shame that we lost. I think that the series is not over yet, we have a good chance in Moscow. We will get there and try to win the series."

Your team challenged a well-known opponent in Khimki, only losing on a last-second shot. What is your opinion about the game?

"I think we were too nervous and Khimki took advantage of that because they are a very experienced team. They got the lead in the beginning and we tried to come back after that. We made a lot of stupid mistakes and a few loose balls that we had in our hands stopped us from getting a better result. We committed too many turnovers and have some things to change before the next game."

You saw more playing time than usual due to Fabio Di Bella's injury and led Caserta in scoring. How difficult was going against Zoran Planinic and Raul Lopez?

"They are top European point guards, so it was difficult to play against them. My teammates helped me a lot and I tried to do my best, do everything I could to help my team to win. Planinic tried to take me to the low post and we definitely talked about that before the game. I expect them to try the same thing on Friday and we hope to be prepared, too."

Of course, everything will be decided in that second game in Russia. What do you have to do to beat Khimki and make it to the next round?

"Right now, Khimki has the lead in the series and has the homecourt advantage. We need to play together more and try to get Jumaine Jones involved. Khimki played good defense against him in Game 1 and he is definitely able to score more points in the next game. For sure, we know the mistakes we made in the last game. The first game was a good experience for us. We know them a bit better now."

You didn't seem to have problems scoring from three-point range despite the new rules. How do you think these rules, and particularly the 6.75 three-point line, will affect the game?

"It is going to be tougher to make three-pointers, especially in the beginning of the season. The new rules will make everything a bit different, and definitely, three-pointers will be harder to make, especially in some situations, like off the screen or off a pick-and-roll. In a matter of time, though, people will shoot more at practices and everything will be fine."

You already helped Caserta, your first team outside Poland, reach the Italian League semifinals last season. How has the experience there been for you so far?

"I am really glad I am here. I was a bit afraid of the new situation in my first year because I knew it would be tough. A lot of people here, especially in the club, were very friendly and helped us a lot. We had a pretty nice season and everything was very good. I like to work with this group of guys and with our coach, who really knows basketball. We have almost the same team as last season and know hope to get better and better!"

The rise of Polish basketball is a fact. Prokom reached the Euroleague Quarterfinal Playoffs last season. More and more Polish players sign in other countries. Are things getting better and better for Polish basketball?

"That's what we all hope. Prokom did a great job in the Euroleague last season. They helped Polish basketball to be heard around Europe, and that is very good, of course. Like you said, a lot of Polish players have the chance to play outside, especially those that play for the national team. It should be the goal of every good Polish player — get a job outside. Right now, the Polish League is not as strong as it was. We have Prokom, but it is the only really, really good team."

What would it mean for you to survive the Qualifying Rounds and play in the Euroleague?

"Oh, it would be a great experience for me. It would be a great chance to play against the best teams in Europe, against great players. I am sure it would make me a better player, too."

And to the fans in Caserta, who have not had the Euroleague there since 1992?

"I think it would be great for them, even crazy for a team that has not played in Europe for a long time. They have followed us all around Italy last season and I think it would be great for them to have the chance to go outside the country to see us play against the very best. They make us feel lucky to play for Caserta."