Rison Holmes: "Let's get the eighth!"

Rison Holmes is officially a Panathinaikos player. The former NBAer arrived in Greece and expressed his excitement about the reception and readiness to win titles.

In statements to "Club1908", the Panathinaikos BC app, Holmes referred to the driving force behind his move and his first impressions of Athens.

"From the moment the plane landed... Just seeing the water, the mountains, the aesthetics. I started to get excited from that moment, with the landing. I felt the love of the people as soon as I landed. It's going to be very beautiful. I can't wait," he said.

Referring to the fans' reception, he stated: "There is a lot of love. I already felt it on the plane coming from Turkey. I was walking and people were walking and saying 'Panathinaikos, Holmes'. I said 'that's me'. They saw me and showed me their love. I appreciate the love. I can't wait to give it back. To get on the court and give it back. I appreciate it."

Regarding his conversations with Kendrick Nunn, he said: "Kendrick and I know each other from Chicago. We're from the same place and we train in the same place in the summer. He just told me what to expect. What to expect when I come here. How the fans are. The expectation to win. I can't wait. It piqued my interest even more to make this leap. I really appreciate him."

In closing, he sent his message: "Rison is here now. Ready. Ready to appear in front of you and offer a show. Let's get the eighth, let's do it."