Supporting Mumbru: A Show of Solidarity from Basketball Players
Alex Mumbru, the head coach of the German national basketball team, is currently unwell and has temporarily stepped back from his duties during the EuroBasket. However, he remains the head coach, with his assistant, Alan Ibrahimagic, taking over coaching duties during the games.
Mumbru's illness led to his hospitalization before the EuroBasket, causing him to miss the preliminary round. During this time, Ibrahimagic represented Mumbru on the sidelines. The team, led by Ibrahimagic, managed to secure a victory in the round of 16 against Portugal. Schröder, a team member, praised Mumbru's warrior mentality after this win.
Despite his temporary absence, Mumbru's system, ideas, and philosophy are being implemented by the team during the EuroBasket. Maodo Lo, on behalf of the team, stated that Mumbru is still the head coach during the tournament. This was echoed by Ibrahimagic who praised Mumbru's decision to take a step back, showing great respect.
Mumbru's statement about stepping back temporarily was initially posted on the federation's homepage, but was later removed later in the day. His return to the sidelines was dedicated by the team, and he was present for the round of 16 game against Portugal.
The German team will face Slovenia, led by Luka Doncic, in the quarterfinals on Wednesday. The game will be broadcast on RTL and MagentaSport at 20:00 CET. The next official game in the World Cup qualifiers will take place in November.
The World Cup is scheduled for 2027 in Qatar. The German basketball team has expressed their support for Mumbru during this challenging time. The team's dedication and resilience, under the guidance of Ibrahimagic, will be key factors in their upcoming matches.
