While in London competing at the Olympics, Carmelo Anthony and Tyson Chandler took the time to discuss their new Argentinian teammate, Pablo Prigioni:
Tell me something about Pablo Prigioni:
Carmelo Anthony: I can’t wait to get him in my training camp in October. After the game the other day, I congratulated him, I told him good luck and welcome to the New York Knicks, and let’s get ready for this run.
What can [Prigioni] give to the Knicks?
Carmelo Anthony: Just his experience, what he brings to the game. He’s a great PG, a guy who controls the game, a guy that gets everybody going. I’m looking forward to being on the wing while he has the ball.
I have to ask you about Pablo Prigioni:
Tyson Chandler: I’m very excited to have him. I think he’s gonna be a great addition to our team, a pass first point guard, and a true floor general.
Was your game vs. Spain the first time you’ve seen him?
Tyson Chandler: Yes, the other day was the first time I had the opportunity, that I reme...
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