– said.

Despite the uphill battle, Real Madrid had a final possession with a chance to win, but ’s three-point attempt missed the mark.

The coach didn’t shy away from expressing his pride, despite the disappointment of missing the Final Four.

Mateo also acknowledged the emotional support from the home crowd at Movistar Arena.

With the Final Four dream over, Mateo emphasized how demanding the dual-league system is for Spanish clubs.

Injury issues also hampered the team’s chances.

When asked about fifth foul, Mateo avoided criticizing the officials.

Olympiacos will now face either Monaco or Barcelona in the Final Four in Abu Dhabi.