Craig Smith against coach Drucker: 'He doesn't know how to use me'

Craig Smith talked to NGR.co.il about his experience in Israel with Hapoel Jerusalem. Former NBA player had tough words against coach Sharon Drucker.

"I know that someone in the club will be angry after my words, but if I talk to the media maybe something will change. I just don't understand why coach Sharon Drucker chose me if he does not know how to use me. Many times I do not feel involved in the team or I do not play the key moments of the game and it is frustrating for me. We are a very talented group but we have no identity and the staff is not adequate. I don't speak for the other players, but you can see the frustration and anger among my teammates. We are a very talented group. When we lose, attacking the players for their poor performances is the main excuse used. If the fans asked the management to fire coach Drucker there is a reason, but the decision is up to the management. I wish I would have signed in Maccabi Tel Aviv last October so I'd have the chance to play in Euroleague too. I am not saying we are giving up, we are ready to fight because things must change" said Smith.

According to some reports in Israel, Craig Smith asked to leave the team while another source told Sportando that coach Sharon Drucker sent him at home before the morning practice.