Justin Stallbohm is a 31 year old 182 cm guard that has played for the men´s Limburg team since 2007. He began his career with Eintracht Frankfurt and this season finished with stats of 7,0ppg, 4,0rpg and 4,0apg. He spoke to germanhoops.com about the 2023-2024 season.

Thanks Justin for talking to germanhoops.com. The Bona Baskets Limburg won 10 games, but will move down to the Regionalliga 2. How tough was this season for you?

We didn´t play well in the first half, but I feel like in the second half of the season we played very well against the top teams and beat the team´s that we had to.

How tough was this season. Since years Limburg plays with a very thin rotation? How do you deal with it mentally?

I have been used to it now for some years. The good thing about a thin rotation is that you don´t lose your rhythm with coming in and out often. But obviously with a deeper rotation we would have had better chances to win in games.

How has your role changed over the last few years with such a reduced roster?

I don´t think like my role has changed much. I have always been a team player and always try to make the right decision. That has always been my role.

Often Limburg played with 6 guys. How tough is it playing defense? Can you really give 100%?

I think over time you just learn how to play defense with a thin rotation. We play zone with a thin rotation to limit fouls. But I do feel like we would probably play better defense with a larger rotation.

What was it like playing with Americans Daniel Mcghee and Aaron Burt? What did you appreciate most from their games?

It was really fun to play with them. Both have different games, but they both helped us win games.

You have been teammates with Matej Kljaic for some years now. Are you guys like brothers now?

Yes he is like a brother for me. We know each other since 3 years. I really like to play with him. We are both players that always want to win. Practices with us are very intensive. No matter what happens we are always friends at the end of the day.

What was it like playing Milton Heckel? How much potential does he have?

He was my favorite teammate this season. He had a tough season with injuries and being sick. He had to change his game. It wasn´t easy for him as he had to change his game. He had many guards around him that needed the ball in their hands. He has a lot of potential and will go his way.

Who was the most improved on the team?

Aike Bemann. Last season he averaged something like 2,0ppg in the Regionalliga 2 and this season was close to a double double per game. He is a good defender and teammate. He will go his way.

You averaged 7/4/4 in 36 minutes. How would you summarize your season?

I wasn´t that happy with my season. I didn´t shoot the ball as well. We didn´t find a rhythm at the start and that effected my rhythm. My self-confidence went down. But I have no worries. I know what I can do.

You log many minutes. Don´t you feel like you should be scoring more?

I think I could of scored more. We had many changes in the team with players and we always had to get adjusted again. I don´t just take shots to help my scoring average. I´m a team player.

The most consistent part of your game is your defense as it stays consistent. How proud are you of that?

I´m very proud of my defense. I know our teams needs me to step up on defense.

Your free throw percentage continues to be a big work in progress. Is it just something that won´t get any better in your career?

That won´t get good anymore. It´s a mental thing. In practice I make 80% of my free throws. In games, I rather take three´s

You finished your 12 season in Limburg. What is the next step for you?

Limburg is my city. It would be hard to leave. I will always be a Limburger.

Who was your toughest opponent this season?

Herdie Lawrence of Haiterbach.

Will USA win the Gold this summer or will Germany be in their way?

If USA can handle Andi Obst then yes they will.

Thanks Justin for the chat.