Fenerbahce clinched the third straight BSL title. They fired past Tofas in Istanbul tonight to win the championship series 4-1. The game without a history. Fenerbahce led from the first minutes and controlled entire game increasing their lead in each quarter. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 30 assists comparing to just 14 passes made by Tofas' players. Center Ahmet Duverioglu (209-93) stepped up and scored 19 points and 9 rebounds (on 8-of-9 shooting from the field) for the winners and Greek point guard Konstantinos Sloukas (197-90) chipped in 6 points and 8 assists. American point guard Pierria Henry (193-93, college: Charlotte) responded with 17 points, 7 rebounds and 9 assists (on 6-of-7 shooting from the field) and Berkan Durmaz (205-97) scored 9 points and 8 rebounds. 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: Fenerbahce: A.Duverioglu 19+9reb+1ast, B.Wanamaker 11+1reb+3ast, E.Arna 10+3reb+2ast, J.Nunnally 9+4reb, L.Datome 9+2reb+3ast, J.Vesely 8+3reb+2ast Tofas: P.Henry 17+7reb+9ast, K.Kadji 12+1reb, B.Durmaz 9+8reb, J.Owens 6+4reb+1ast, B.Ermis 5+2reb+2ast, Y.Arslan 5+2reb+1ast
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Anadolu Efes celebrate 11th Turkish Cup - Feb 18, 2018
Anadolu Efes - Tofas 78:61
Anadolu Efes celebrated their 11th Turkish Cup in Istanbul. In the Final game they posted a 78-61 win over Tofas. Anadolu Efes took control of the game from the first minutes and never looked behind after. They had a 26-17 lead after the first minutes and enjoyed a 40-32 halftime advantage. Moreover Anadolu Efes won the third frame 22-15 and closed the game with a 16-14 rally. Errick McCollum (185-PG-88, college: Goshen) top-scored with 23 points, while Krunoslav Simon (197-F/G-85) tapped 19 points and 7 assists. Bryant Dunston (203-C-86) recorded a double-double with 13 points and 10 rebounds. Tony Crocker (200-SF-87, college: Oklahoma) ended up with 11 points in the losing effort.
Fenerbahce conquer President's Cup title in Ankara - Oct 4, 2017
Fenerbahce - Banvit 75:64
Fenerbahce conquered President's Cup title in Ankara beating Banvit 75:64 today. Fenerbahce took control of the game in the first period and led 19-11 after the first 10 minutes. Moreover they added a 20-17 rally in the second frame for a comfortable 11 points halftime advantage. Fenerbahce posted a 21-20 run in the third quarter, while Banvitspor closed the game with a narrow 16-15 rally. Jan Vesely (213-C/F-90) top-scored for the winners with 18 points and Luigi Datome (203-F-87) nailed 14. Konstantinos Sloukas (197-PG-90) poured in 13, whilst Brad Wanamaker (193-G-89, college: Pittsburgh) added 11. Angelo Caloiaro (205-PF-89, college: USF, agency: Pensack Sports) replied with 15 points for Banvit. Gasper Vidmar (211-C-87) and Jake Odum (193-G-91, college: Indiana St.) accounted for 10 points each in the defeat.
Team Asia outscore European side in All Star game - Jan 21, 2018
Team Europe - Team Asia 142:151
Team Asia outscore European side in All Star game played in Istanbul. Europe posted a 37-32 rally in the start of the game, while the opponents replied with a 38-33 run to tie the score at the halftime. It looked as if Europe would benefit from the game as they won the third period 48-38 and led 10 points before the last stanza. Team Asia however erupted with a massive 43-24 surge to seal the victory. Baris Ermis (194-PG-85) stepped up with 22 points and 14 assists to be named MVP of the game. Jeff Ayres (206-F-87, college: Arizona St.) netted 26 and had 12 rebounds, while Christopher Obekpa (208-F/C-93, college: UNLV) and Metecan Birsen (208-F-95) poured in 17 apiece. Erving Walker answered wit 30 points in the losing effort. Onuralp Bitim (196-SG-99) clinched Slam Dunk Contest crown, while Brady Heslip (191-SG-90, college: Baylor) celebrated victory in Three-Point Shootout Contest.
Turkish League All-Star Game 2018 Roster - Jan 23, 2018
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