The fans could enjoy quite many interesting games in the last round. The round ended with favorites losing the games and games ending by tiny margin.
The game between second ranked Gure (10-3) and fourth ranked Sirince (9-4) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Gure was defeated by Sirince in a tough game in Balikesir 68-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Gure. The guests trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 1-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 72-68. 29 personal fouls committed by Gure helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Dilara Tongar (169-91) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Center Melike Yalcinkaya (189-93) contributed with 16 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Center Deniz Selin Ekiz (189-89) answered with 14 points and 8 rebounds for Gure. Newly promoted Sirince maintains fourth place in Group C with 9-4 record. Gure at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Sirince are looking forward to face league's second-placed Edirne at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gure will play against Bigaspor in Canakkale and is hoping to win this game. An interesting game for Nallihan (12-1) which played road game in Istanbul against 4th placed Dizdar (9-4). First ranked Nallihan managed to get a 5-point victory 73-68. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Dizdar. American power forward Sharon Houston (191-88, college: Indiana NW) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 29 rebounds for the winners and Dilek Topdemir chipped in 16 points. At the losing side Merve Uygul (-88) responded with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nallihan have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place in Group A with 12-1 record. Newly promoted Dizdar keeps the fourth position with four games lost. Nallihan will play against league's second-placed Botas in Adana in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dizdar will play on the road against Altay Konak in Izmir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. An interesting game for Orduspor (10-1) which hosted in Ordu 4th placed Asistanbul (7-5). First ranked Orduspor had an easy win 80-55. Miranda Ayim nailed 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side. Orduspor's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Ayse Cora came up with 16 points and 9 rebounds for Asistanbul in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Orduspor. They maintain first place in Group B with 10-1 record. Newly promoted Asistanbul keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Orduspor will meet Nevsehir Uni. (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Asistanbul will play against Orman (#3) in Ankara and it may be a tough game between close rivals. TKB2L top team - Cankaya (13-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Harran Uni. (3-10) in Ankara 80-52. Ozge Turmus fired 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Cankaya. They maintain first place in Group C with 13-0 record. Newly promoted Harran Uni. keeps the eighth position with ten games lost. Cankaya's next round opponent will be Balcova (#6) in Izmir which should be theoretically another easy game. Harran Uni. will play at home against Tekkekoy in Samsun.
Other games in round 13 were not that significant. In Group A Yunus was smashed by Altay Konak on the road 132-54. Burhaniye Bld destroyed Celtispor on its own court 106-31. Botas outscored Yalova in Adana 76-38. In Group B winless Harranspor recorded a loss to Nevsehir Uni. at home 47-65. Izmir BSB was defeated by Bursa BSB on the opponent's court 74-57. Mersin Univ. beat Anadolu Univ. in a home game 61-53. In Group C Bigaspor lost to Tekkekoy on the road 55-62. Edirne outscored Nigde T.T. on its own court 97-22. Sakarya recorded a loss to Balcova in Izmir 75-77. The most impressive performance of 13th round was 31 points and 9 assists by Begum Serbest of Burhaniye Bld.
No shocking result in a game when third ranked Altay Konak (11-2) crushed 7th ranked Yunus (5-8) in Izmir 132-54 on Sunday. Altay Konak dominated down low during the game scoring 84 of its points in the paint compared to Yunus' 26. Altay Konak forced 33 Yunus turnovers and outrebounded them 54-27 including a 24-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 38 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Yunus' players. It was a very good performance for guard Deniz Boz (172-82) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 15 points, 6 rebounds, 16 assists and 8 steals. American forward LaToya Thomas (188-81, college: Mississippi St., agency: Ronsport) contributed with a double-double by scoring 20 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals for the winners. Five Altay Konak players scored in double figures. Altay Konak had such big advantage that coach felt comfortable to give the chance to play for 10 players saving starting five for next games. Huriye Ilaslan (-91) answered with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 11 rebounds and guard Tugce Erden (165-88) added 22 points in the effort for Yunus. Altay Konak moved-up to second place in Group A, which they share with Botas. Newly promoted Yunus keeps the seventh position with eight games lost. Altay Konak will face Dizdar (#4) in Istanbul in the next round. Yunus will play at home against 55 Genclik in Samsun and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Altay Konak: L.Thomas 20+12reb+4ast, B.Muezzinler 20+7reb+4ast, B.Arseven 19+5reb+2ast, N.Bircan Gokdemir 16+9reb, D.Boz 15+6reb+16ast, N.Aksoy 14+4reb Yunus: T.Erden 22+3reb+3ast, H.Ilaslan 19+11reb+1ast, Y.Dalman 9+7reb+1ast, E.Vatansever 4+5reb, I.Kalayci 0+1reb, E.Gokce Akdas 0
Rather expected game when 9th ranked Celtispor (1-12) was smashed by sixth ranked Burhaniye Bld (6-7) in Balikesir 106-31 on Saturday. The game without a history. Burhaniye Bld led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Celtispor to just 4 points in first quarter. Burhaniye Bld held Celtispor to an opponent 23.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 49.5 percent accuracy of the winners. Burhaniye Bld forced 35 Celtispor turnovers and outrebounded them 56-30 including a 23-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Burhaniye Bld looked well-organized offensively handing out 32 assists comparing to just 8 passes made by Celtispor's players. It was a very good performance for Begum Serbest (-92) who helped to win the game recording 31 points and 9 assists. Busra Yuksel (-90) contributed with a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Five Burhaniye Bld players scored in double figures. Buse Nur Erdogan answered with 4 points, 10 rebounds and 4 assists and Zehra Kucuk added 6 points and 5 rebounds in the effort for Celtispor. Burhaniye Bld maintains sixth place in Group A with 6-7 record. Celtispor lost their fourth game in a row. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with 12 games lost. Burhaniye Bld will face Bakospor (#10) in Gaziantep in the next round. Celtispor will play at home against Yalova and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Burhaniye Bld: B.Serbest 31+4reb+9ast, B.Yuksel 18+11reb+4ast, C.Korkmaz 14+14reb+1ast, B.Gokdogan 12+11reb+1ast, C.Meryem Altay 12+4reb+15ast, S.Deniz 9+2reb+1ast Celtispor: B.Seden Esen 8+1reb+1ast, B.Say 7+4reb, Z.Kucuk 6+5reb+2ast, B.Genc 6+2reb+1ast, B.Nur Erdogan 4+10reb+4ast, G.Korkmaz 0+1reb
Very predictable result when second ranked Botas (11-2) rolled over on the road 8th ranked Yalova (2-11) 76-38 on Saturday. The game without a history. Botas led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Yalova to just 7 points in second quarter. Botas held Yalova to an opponent 21.2 percent shooting from the field compared to 41.0 percent accuracy of the winners. Botas forced 25 Yalova turnovers and outrebounded them 59-41 including 20 on the offensive glass. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 24 assists comparing to just 5 passes made by Yalova's players. It was a very good performance for Busra Akgun (183-93) who helped to win the game recording 14 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists. Center Tilbe Senyurek (188-95) contributed with 10 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. Botas' coach felt very confident using entire bench saving starting five for next games. Merve Yazici answered with 5 points and 10 rebounds and Ayca Okutan (-88) added 8 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Yalova. The victory was the eighth consecutive win for Botas. Newly promoted Botas maintains second place in Group A with 11-2 record having just two points less than leader Cankaya, which they share with Altay Konak. Yalova at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the eighth position with 11 games lost. Botas will face league's leader Nallihan in Ankara in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Yalova will play on the road against Celtispor (#9) in Bursa and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Botas: B.Akgun 14+5reb+5ast, B.Akbas 11+3reb+3ast, T.Senyurek 10+8reb+2ast, F.Oyku Sarican 9+4reb, C.Yetis 7+6reb+5ast, N.Zuyeva 6+9reb Yalova: E.Zeynep Cakmak 10+2reb, A.Okutan 8+6reb+1ast, M.Yazici 5+10reb, T.Terturhan 5+5reb+2ast, M.Eren 4+8reb+1ast, N.Aksehir 2+1reb
An interesting game for Nallihan (12-1) which played road game in Istanbul against 4th placed Dizdar (9-4). First ranked Nallihan managed to get a 5-point victory 73-68. It ended at the same time the six-game winning streak of Dizdar. Dizdar was tied at the half but could not keep up in last two quarters eventually losing the game. They outrebounded Dizdar 47-28 including a 20-7 advantage in offensive rebounds. American power forward Sharon Houston (191-88, college: Indiana NW) stepped up with a double-double by scoring 21 points and 29 rebounds for the winners and Dilek Topdemir (-92) chipped in 16 points. Four Nallihan players scored in double figures. At the losing side Merve Uygul (-88) responded with 16 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists and guard Miray Sahin (168-93) scored 11 points. Both coaches used bench players in such tough game. Nallihan have an impressive series of five victories in a row. They maintain first place in Group A with 12-1 record. Newly promoted Dizdar keeps the fourth position with four games lost. Nallihan will play against league's second-placed Botas in Adana in the next round and it will be for sure the game of the week. Dizdar will play on the road against Altay Konak in Izmir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Nallihan: S.Houston 21+29reb+2ast, D.Topdemir 16+4reb+2ast, T.Saltan 15+5reb, B.Peksenel 11+2reb, M.Baltaci 8+1reb, I.Akkarpat 2+4reb+3ast Dizdar: M.Uygul 16+9reb+6ast, A.Beydili 12+2reb+1ast, M.Sahin 11+4reb+2ast, N.Aydogan 9+4reb, M.Dilara Kaya 8+7reb+1ast, G.Cetin 4
The game between closely ranked teams ended with bottom-ranked Harranspor's (0-11) home loss to eighth ranked Nevsehir Uni. (2-9) in Sanliurfa 47-65 on Sunday. The game without a history. Nevsehir Uni. led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Harranspor to just 7 points in second quarter. It was a very good performance for Dilara Usumus (-88) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Tuba Kaya (-91) contributed with a double-double by scoring 17 points and 14 rebounds for the winners. Nevsehir Uni.'s coach used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Burcu Tatlikiraz (-92) answered with 7 points and 20 rebounds and Ayten Dincgorur (-94) added 14 points in the effort for Harranspor. Newly promoted Nevsehir Uni. maintains eighth place in Group B with 2-9 record. Harranspor lost their eleventh game in a row. Harranspor at the other side, also newcomer in the league, still closes the standings with 11 games lost. Nevsehir Uni. will face league's leader Orduspor at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Harranspor will play against the league's second-placed Bursa BSB (#2) having rather not much hope for a victory. Top scorers: Nevsehir Uni.: D.Usumus 22+5reb+5ast, T.Kaya 17+14reb+1ast, A.Buyukbayrak 7+2reb, L.Beger 6+3reb+5ast, R.Browne 5+5reb, H.Tugce Tari 4+1reb+1ast Harranspor: A.Dincgorur 14+1reb+2ast, H.Cengiz 8+2reb+4ast, B.Tatlikiraz 7+20reb+1ast, E.Ekici 6+1reb, D.Kara 6+8reb, A.Merve Sargin 5+5reb+1ast
An interesting game for Orduspor (10-1) which hosted in Ordu 4th placed Asistanbul (7-5). First ranked Orduspor had an easy win 80-55. The game without a history. Orduspor led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 64 of its points in the paint compared to Asistanbul's 32. Orduspor forced 28 Asistanbul turnovers. Canadian power forward Miranda Ayim (191-88, college: Pepperdine) nailed 17 points and 6 rebounds for the winning side and forward Safiye Karaman (182-91) accounted for 10 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 5 steals. Orduspor's coach felt very confident using entire bench which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Swingman Ayse Cora (175-93) came up with 16 points and 9 rebounds and center Arzu Ozyigit (190-72) added 15 points and 10 rebounds respectively for Asistanbul in the defeat. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Orduspor. They maintain first place in Group B with 10-1 record. Newly promoted Asistanbul keeps the fourth position with five games lost. Orduspor will meet Nevsehir Uni. (#8) on the road in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Asistanbul will play against Orman (#3) in Ankara and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Orduspor: M.Ayim 17+6reb, G.Sezer 12+3reb, S.Karaman 10+6reb+6ast, A.Akay 10+2reb, G.Basaran 9+6reb+1ast, H.Kayalar 4+1reb+1ast Asistanbul: A.Cora 16+9reb+3ast, A.Ozyigit 15+10reb+1ast, A.Melisa Berkalp 6+2reb, E.Ozturk 5+4reb+1ast, S.Karaahmet 4+1ast, S.Bengu Ucar 4+3reb
Everything went according to plan when third ranked Bursa BSB (10-2) defeated at home 5th ranked Izmir BSB (6-6) 74-57 on Saturday. The game was mostly controlled by Bursa BSB. Izmir BSB was better in third quarter 16-14. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Bursa BSB forced 19 Izmir BSB turnovers. Izmir BSB was plagued by 27 personal fouls down the stretch. It was a very good performance for American center Whitney Jones (183-87, college: Arkansas) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 14 rebounds. The former international guard Pinar Turan (170-82) contributed with 12 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists for the winners. Bursa BSB's coach used entire bench saving starting five for next games. Revaziye Atila (-88) answered with 19 points and 7 rebounds and Didem Kasikci (-86) added 15 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Izmir BSB. The victory was the third consecutive win for Bursa BSB. They moved-up to second place in Group B. Loser Izmir BSB keeps the fifth position with six games lost. Bursa BSB will face Harranspor (#9) in Sanliurfa in the next round and are hoping to win another game. Izmir BSB will play on the road against Anadolu Univ. (#7) in Eskisehir and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Bursa BSB: W.Jones 36+14reb+1ast, D.Bicer 13+3reb+2ast, P.Turan 12+9reb+4ast, B.Aydemir 7+3reb, G.Turkoglu 3+9reb, A.Aktas 2+1reb Izmir BSB: R.Atila 19+7reb+1ast, D.Kasikci 15+8reb+3ast, G.Kazali 8+7reb+1ast, E.Akar 6+8reb, M.Menderes 4+11reb+1ast, R.Yagiz 3+1reb
The game between closely ranked teams ended with 7th ranked Anadolu Univ.'s (3-9) road loss to sixth ranked Mersin Univ. (5-7) 53-61 on Saturday. Anadolu Univ. trailed by 11 points after 3 quarters before a 19-16 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 53-61 at the end of the game. Mersin Univ. dominated on the defensive end, holding Anadolu Univ. to just 4 points in third quarter. Mersin Univ. forced 23 Anadolu Univ. turnovers. It was a very good performance for center Sureyya Yasemin Atinc (-85) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 18 points and 12 rebounds. Gizem Muruvet Uca (170-94) contributed with 14 points for the winners. Forward Ceyda Isbirakmaz (-80) answered with 12 points and 6 rebounds and Beratiye Demir (-94) added 10 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Anadolu Univ.Mersin Univ. maintains sixth place in Group B with 5-7 record. Anadolu Univ. lost their third game in a row. They keep the seventh position with nine games lost. Mersin Univ. will have a break next round. Anadolu Univ. will play at home against Izmir BSB (#5) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Mersin Univ.: S.Yasemin Atinc 18+12reb, S.Kutun 15+2reb+2ast, G.Muruvet Uca 14+4reb+2ast, I.Masa 5+6reb+5ast, B.Ulke 5+3reb, G.Kumandanoglu 4+6reb+5ast Anadolu Univ.: P.Caliskan 14+3reb+1ast, C.Isbirakmaz 12+6reb+3ast, B.Demir 10+7reb+2ast, G.Bacin 9+4reb+4ast, G.Buyukyigit 5+10reb, S.Horus 3+4reb+1ast
No shocking result in a game when fifth ranked Tekkekoy (6-7) beat 7th ranked Bigaspor (4-9) in Samsun 62-55 on Sunday. The hosts trailed by 4 points at the halftime before their 23-7 charge in the third quarter, which allowed them to win the game. Tekkekoy dominated on the defensive end, holding Bigaspor to just 7 points in third quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Bigaspor's 24. Tekkekoy forced 26 Bigaspor turnovers. It was a very good performance for Bilgehan Dursun (-90) who helped to win the game recording 24 points and 5 rebounds. Merve Uzun (-90) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 11 rebounds for the winners. Muge Gozde Inan (-88) answered with 10 points and 9 rebounds and Tugba Turkmen (-93) added 15 points and 4 assists in the effort for Bigaspor. Newly promoted Tekkekoy maintains fifth place in Group C with 6-7 record, which they share with Balcova. Bigaspor lost their third game in a row. Bigaspor at the other side, also newcomer in the league, keeps the seventh position with nine games lost. Tekkekoy will face Harran Uni. (#8) in Sanliurfa in the next round. Bigaspor will play at home against Gure in Balikesir. Top scorers: Tekkekoy: B.Dursun 24+5reb+2ast, A.Ayyildiz 17+3reb+4ast, M.Uzun 12+11reb+3ast, D.Senturk 8+3reb+2ast, Y.Ozcan 1+10reb+1ast, G.Orsel 0 Bigaspor: T.Turkmen 15+1reb+4ast, M.Gozde Inan 10+9reb+2ast, A.Ulus 8+1reb, D.Erdogdu 8+6reb+1ast, C.Yildiz 8+7reb+4ast, T.Gazelli 4+2reb
Very expected game when bottom-ranked Nigde Turk Telekom (0-13) was smashed on the road by third ranked Edirne (11-2) 97-22 on Sunday. The game without a history. Edirne led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Nigde Turk Telekom to just 2 points in second quarter and to 6 points in first half. Edirne held Nigde Turk Telekom to an opponent 17.8 percent shooting from the field compared to 47.4 percent accuracy of the winners. Edirne forced 32 Nigde Turk Telekom turnovers and outrebounded them 54-27 including a 21-8 advantage in offensive rebounds. Edirne looked well-organized offensively handing out 31 assists comparing to just 2 passes made by Nigde Turk Telekom's players. It was a very good performance for American power forward Susan Lester (188-88, college: Butler) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points and 15 rebounds. Guard Halime Uykan (165-89) contributed with a double-double by scoring 11 points and 11 assists for the winners. Five Edirne players scored in double figures. Edirne had such big advantage that coach felt comfortable to give the chance to play for 11 players saving starting five for next games. Saliha Bilen (-95) answered with 11 points and Nevriye Ozbinar (-93) added 4 points and 8 rebounds in the effort for Nigde Turk Telekom. The victory was the fifth consecutive win for Edirne. They moved-up to second place in Group C. Nigde Turk Telekom lost their thirteenth game in a row. They still closes the standings with 13 games lost. Edirne will face Sirince (#4) in Hatay in the next round. Nigde Turk Telekom will play at home against Sakarya (#9) and looks forward to get finally their first victory. Top scorers: Edirne: S.Lester 16+15reb+1ast, A.Pelin Gurcavdi 13+8reb, N.Demirkol 12+6reb+3ast, H.Uykan 11+2reb+11ast, N.Ceylan Emre 11+2reb+8ast, K.Dicle 9+5reb+1ast Nigde T.T.: S.Bilen 11+4reb, S.Bayhan 4+7reb, N.Ozbinar 4+8reb, C.Gulcan 3+3reb, K.Arslan 0, E.Ozden 0+3reb+1ast
The game between second ranked Gure (10-3) and fourth ranked Sirince (9-4) was the most important one in the last round on Sunday night. Gure was defeated by Sirince in a tough game in Balikesir 68-72. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Gure. The guests trailed by 3 points after first quarter, but they rallied back to get the 1-point lead at the halftime and eventually won the game 72-68. 29 personal fouls committed by Gure helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Worth to mention a great performance of guard Dilara Tongar (169-91) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 16 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists. Center Melike Yalcinkaya (189-93) contributed with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 16 rebounds for the winners. Center Deniz Selin Ekiz (189-89) answered with 14 points and 8 rebounds and guard Tugba Gonen (170-90, agency: 1x1 Sports) added 11 points and 7 assists in the effort for Gure. Four Gure players scored in double figures. Newly promoted Sirince maintains fourth place in Group C with 9-4 record. Gure at the other side dropped to the third position with three games lost. Sirince are looking forward to face league's second-placed Edirne at home in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Gure will play against Bigaspor in Canakkale and is hoping to win this game. Top scorers: Sirince: I.Tulgar 23+5reb+2ast, D.Tongar 16+8reb+10ast, M.Yalcinkaya 16+16reb, S.Oztekin 9+9reb, F.Basak Basak Sozer 4+2reb, G.Akpinar 2+4reb+2ast Gure: S.Sale 15+6reb, H.Cakir 15+6reb, D.Selin Ekiz 14+8reb+2ast, T.Gonen 11+4reb+7ast, E.Agar 7+12reb+1ast, S.Altuntabakli 4+10reb+2ast
Rather predictable result when sixth ranked Balcova (6-7) edged 9th ranked Sakarya (3-10) in Izmir 77-75 on Saturday. The hosts trailed by 10 points after three quarters before their 26-14 charge, which allowed them to win the game. Balcova forced 28 Sakarya turnovers. Strangely Sakarya outrebounded Balcova 54-40 including a 36-25 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was a very good performance for Mukaddis Aksoy (-91) who helped to win the game recording 30 points and 8 rebounds. Yasemin Atali (-93) contributed with a double-double by scoring 12 points and 10 rebounds for the winners. Sevgi Esenler (-88, agency: 1x1 Sports) answered with a double-double by scoring 16 points and 22 rebounds and guard Gizem Unluer (172-88) added 21 points and 11 rebounds in the effort for Sakarya. Both coaches tested many bench players in such tough game. Balcova moved-up to fifth place in Group C, which they share with Tekkekoy. Sakarya lost their third game in a row. They dropped to the eighth position with ten games lost. Balcova will face league's leader Cankaya in Ankara in the next round and it will be quite challenging to get another victory. Sakarya will play on the road against Nigde Turk Telekom (#10) and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Balcova: M.Aksoy 30+8reb+2ast, E.Ozturk 13+3reb+2ast, Y.Atali 12+10reb, E.Yenibayrak 9+1reb+1ast, S.Kafali 8+7reb+2ast, E.Ozturk 3+2reb+1ast Sakarya: G.Unluer 21+11reb+1ast, S.Esenler 16+22reb+1ast, B.Akkaya 8+5reb+2ast, P.Coskun 6+1reb+3ast, S.Gizdem 6+2reb+1ast, Y.Senturklu 6+5reb
TKB2L top team - Cankaya (13-0) had no problems winning another game. This time they crushed eighth ranked Harran Uni. (3-10) in Ankara 80-52. The game was mostly controlled by Cankaya. Harran Uni. was better in third quarter 14-12. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They dominated on the defensive end, holding Harran Uni. to just 6 points in first quarter. Cankaya dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Harran Uni.'s 36. Cankaya forced 25 Harran Uni. turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists comparing to just 10 passes made by Harran Uni.'s players. Center Ozge Turmus (188-92) fired 15 points and 8 rebounds for the winners. American power forward Tiffany Stansbury (191-83, college: N.Carolina St.) chipped in a double-double by scoring 15 points and 11 rebounds. Four Cankaya players scored in double figures. Coach 's team controlled all game and the coach could let to play 11 players and allowed the starting five to rest. Merve Yalcin (-89) produced 30 points and 8 rebounds and Mihrace Bugdayci (-92) added 9 points and 15 rebounds respectively for lost side. The victory was the thirteenth consecutive win for Cankaya. They maintain first place in Group C with 13-0 record. Newly promoted Harran Uni. keeps the eighth position with ten games lost. Cankaya's next round opponent will be Balcova (#6) in Izmir which should be theoretically another easy game. Harran Uni. will play at home against Tekkekoy in Samsun. Top scorers: Cankaya: T.Stansbury 15+11reb, M.Ince 15+5reb+2ast, O.Turmus 15+8reb+3ast, P.Kuccuk 13+6ast, C.Ozturk 8+7reb+3ast, E.Capali 6+6reb+3ast Harran Uni.: M.Yalcin 30+8reb+2ast, M.Bugdayci 9+15reb+1ast, B.Uzun 8+7reb+3ast, M.Cakir 5+7reb, A.Senbayram 0, E.Yilmaz 0
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Botas - Orman 58-76 Orduspor - Edirne 76-51 Cankaya - Altay Konak 57-71 [read more]
The game without a history. Orman led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 46 of its points in the paint compared to Botas' 26. They outrebounded Botas 40-27 including 26 on the defensive glass. It was a great evening for American power forward Chasity Melvin (191-76, college: N.Carolina St.) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 22 points and 17 rebounds (went 8 for 8 at the free throw line). Seda Atli (-80) helped adding 16 points and 5 rebounds. The best for the losing side was guard Cansu Yetis (168-93) with 13 points and Aylin Darinc (184-96) scored 10 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Top scorers: Orman: C.Melvin 22+17reb+2ast, S.Atli 16+5reb, D.Ozak 8+6reb+1ast, A.Korkmaz 7+2reb, A.Ivegin 7+2reb, G.Ertas 6+3reb Botas: C.Yetis 13+2reb+3ast, A.Darinc 10+7reb, B.Ilba 8+1ast, B.Akbas 8+2reb+2ast, T.Senyurek 6+7reb, B.Akgun 6+4reb+2ast
The game without a history. Orduspor led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They dominated down low during the game scoring 50 of its points in the paint compared to Edirne's 22. They outrebounded Edirne 41-24 including a 30-19 advantage in defensive rebounds. It was an exceptional evening for Canadian power forward Miranda Ayim (191-88, college: Pepperdine) who led the winners with a double-double by scoring 20 points and 11 rebounds. Forward Safiye Karaman (182-91) accounted for 18 points and 5 rebounds for the winning side. Center Kubra Dicle (187-92) came up with 15 points and guard Nihan Demirkol (172-92) added 11 points and 6 rebounds respectively for Edirne in the defeat. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Top scorers: Orduspor: M.Ayim 20+11reb+1ast, S.Karaman 18+5reb+1ast, A.Metin 14+1reb+5ast, M.Talay 7+3reb+4ast, A.Akay 6+4reb, G.Basaran 4+10reb+1ast Edirne: K.Dicle 15+2reb+1ast, B.Yillar 12+5reb, N.Demirkol 11+6reb+1ast, D.Dogan 5, Y.Ibek 3+1reb, H.Uykan 3+2reb+1ast
The guests trailed by 1 point at the halftime before their 40-25 charge in the second half, which allowed them to win the game. It was a good game for American forward LaToya Thomas (188-81, college: Mississippi St., agency: Ronsport) who led her team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 28 points and 14 rebounds. Forward Seda Guclu (182-88) contributed with 12 points for the winners. American power forward Tiffany Stansbury (191-83, college: N.Carolina St.) answered with a double-double by scoring 25 points and 16 rebounds and center Gulcin Cantekin (187-84) added 11 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Cankaya. Top scorers: Altay Konak: L.Thomas 28+14reb+1ast, S.Guclu 12+3reb+3ast, B.Arseven 11+3reb+2ast, D.Boz 7+5reb+3ast, O.Salter 7+3reb+2ast, N.Bircan Gokdemir 6+7reb Cankaya: T.Stansbury 25+16reb+2ast, G.Cantekin 11+7reb+1ast, P.Kuccuk 8+3reb+2ast, M.Ince 6+6reb, D.Gezgin 4+2reb+2ast, C.Ozturk 2+3reb+1ast
Natasha Lacy reaches agreement with Belediyesi - May 24, 2013
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Natasha Lacy (178-PG-85, agency: Merit Sports, college: UTEP) reaches agreement with Belediyesi. The American player will move to Turkey for 2013-2014 season.
Last year she finished the season with Good Angels. Natasha Lacy started the season in Israel with Elitzur Ramla. However she soon moved to Slovak Republic after the Israeli team experienced financial difficulties. Natasha Lacy notches 8.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.0 assists per Euroleague game for Good Angels [read more]
Natasha Lacy (178-PG-85, agency: Merit Sports, college: UTEP) reaches agreement with Belediyesi. The American player will move to Turkey for 2013-2014 season. Last year she finished the season with Good Angels. Natasha Lacy started the season in Israel with Elitzur Ramla. However she soon moved to Slovak Republic after the Israeli team experienced financial difficulties. Natasha Lacy notches 8.2 points, 5.6 rebounds and 3.0 assists per Euroleague game for Good Angels. Last season Natasha Lacy spent with Ceyhan Belediyespor in Turkey. She tallied 18.4 points, 7.3 rebounds, 7.5 assists and 3.3 steals per game. She participated at TKBL All-Star Game. Natasha Lacy played for the Washington Mystics in the summer. The guard averaged 3.9 points, 2.1 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game in WNBA. In 2012-2013 for Good Angels Kosice (Slovakia-Extraliga) she averaged 7.4ppg, 4.2rpg, 2.2apg, 2.4spg, 2FGP: 50.0%, 3PT: 33.3%, FT: 68.6%. In Euroleague her stats read 16 games: 8.0ppg, 5.3rpg, 3.3apg, 1.4spg, FGP: 43.4%, 3PT: 7.7%, FT: 67.9%; MEL: 3 games: 11.0ppg, 4.7rpg, 2.3apg, 3.0spg.
Ceyhan Belediye pens deal with Eurobasket.com All-Italian A1 Guard of The Year - May 23, 2013
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Ceyhan Belediye pens deal with D'Andra Moss (178-SG-88, agency: Regeneracom Sports, college: VCU) for the next season. The American Shooting Guard moves to Turkey for 2013/2014 season.
Last year D'Andra Moss played for Liomatic Umbertide. She became the top-scorer of the league with 17.4ppg, 6.6rpg, Steals-4 (2.9spg), FGP: 47.6%, 3PT: 34.4%, FT: 79.8%.
Earlier D'Andra Moss became a new member of Gran Canaria. D'Andra Moss headed to Granca from Finland, where she spent 2010/11 [read more]
Ceyhan Belediye pens deal with D'Andra Moss (178-SG-88, agency: Regeneracom Sports, college: VCU) for the next season. The American Shooting Guard moves to Turkey for 2013/2014 season. Last year D'Andra Moss played for Liomatic Umbertide. She became the top-scorer of the league with 17.4ppg, 6.6rpg, Steals-4 (2.9spg), FGP: 47.6%, 3PT: 34.4%, FT: 79.8%. Earlier D'Andra Moss became a new member of Gran Canaria. D'Andra Moss headed to Granca from Finland, where she spent 2010/11. She exploded with 25.1 ppg, 12.3 rpg and 3 apg for 32 games with Torpan Poiat Helsinki. D'Andra Moss helped her team to reach the Playoff Semifinals and was named Eurobasket.com All-Finnish League Player of the Year -11. She was the best scorer, third rebounder and fourth assistant of the competition. It was the first professional season for D'Andra Moss, who graduated last year at the Virginia Commonwealth University. She had 17.7 ppg and 6.6 rpg for her school as a senior. D'Andra Moss was a warded with All-CAA 1st Team -10. In 2011-2012 for Gran Canaria La Caja de Canarias (Spain-LFB, starting five) she became also the top-scorer of the League with 20.2ppg, 4.8rpg, 1.3apg, 1.5spg, FGP: 36.4%, 3PT: 28.6%, FT: 77.1%. In EuroCup her stats read 18.6ppg), 6.7rpg, 2.8apg, FGP: 26.3%, 3PT: 29.7%, FT: 76.6%.
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