Tokyo 2020: Moment two confused cleaners are almost wiped out as they enter basketball court at worst moment
TWO cleaners at Tokyo 2020 narrowly avoided getting clattered into during Japan’s group stage basketball match against Slovenia.
The action-packed preliminary group game at the Saitama Super Arena meant the cleaners had to keep themselves busy.
But the pair timed their dash to mop badly, and had to retreat as Slovenia powered up the court towards the hoop – making it another funny incident to take place at Tokyo 2020.
The pair’s decision to step onto the court luckily didn’t effect the outcome of the game.
Slovenia rolled over the host nation comfortably, winning the game 116-81.
The Group C leaders Slovenia have a lot of talent in their ranks, including Luka Doncic – who plays in the NBA for the Dallas Mavericks.
Doncic’s presence has helped Slovenia shoot over 100 points in both of their opening fixtures.
The NBA star – on his own – chipped in with 25 points against Japan.
Slovenian team-mate Luka Rupnik spoke highly of Doncic, claiming he makes teams better.
Rupnik said: “That’s the thing that separates Luka from other stars. Even in the NBA, he makes the team better.
“We have a lot of talent, and Luka just finds the better solutions.”
Even Japan’s coach, Julio Lamas, heaped praise on “one amazing player” Doncic.
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After the defeat, Lamas said: “Congratulations to Slovenia.
“They played better than us, all the game.
“They are a very good team, very complete team with one amazing player.”
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