Galatasaray Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Aliağa Petkimspor in Basketball Super League Showdown
In a nail-biting contest that whent down to the wire, Galatasaray MCT Technic emerged victorious against Aliağa Petkimspor, securing a hard-fought 80-75 win in the third week of the 2025-2026 Turkish Insurance Basketball Super League season. The road warriors from galatasaray showcased resilience and clutch play to snatch the victory on the opponent’s home court.
The atmosphere in the Widow arena was electric as both teams battled fiercely for supremacy. Galatasaray, despite facing a deficit at halftime, mounted a spirited comeback in the second half, demonstrating the grit and determination that defines championship contenders. The final score reflects a game where every possession mattered and momentum swung back and forth.
Key performers for Aliağa Petkimspor included Efianayi, who led the team with 16 points, and Sajus and Franke, both contributing 12 points. Yunus Emre Sonsırma and Blumbergs added 10 points each, showcasing a balanced offensive effort. However, it wasn’t enough to overcome Galatasaray’s late-game surge.
On the Galatasaray side, Mc Collum was the undisputed star, pouring in a game-high 21 points.Palmer provided crucial support with 15 points, while White chipped in with 12. Gillespie and Bishop added 8 and 9 points respectively, rounding out a solid team performance. The collective effort and timely scoring from these players proved to be the difference-maker.
The game saw the scoreline evolve as follows:
- 1st Quarter: Aliağa Petkimspor 21 – 20 Galatasaray MCT Technic
- Half Time: Aliağa Petkimspor 43 – 37 Galatasaray MCT Technic
- 3rd Quarter: Aliağa petkimspor 65 – 61 Galatasaray MCT Technic
This victory marks a important early-season win for galatasaray MCT Technic, setting a positive tone for their campaign. fans can expect more thrilling matchups as the league progresses.
Match Details:
- Venue: Widow Arena
- Referees: Mehmet Şahin, Mehmet Serdar Ünal, Murat Ciner
player Statistics:
- Aliağa Petkimspor: Efianayi 16, Utomi 9, Yunus Emre Sonsırma 10, Troy Selim Şav, Sajus 12, Boran Güler, Franke 10, Blumbergs 10, Floyd 8
- Galatasaray MCT Technic: Cummings 5, Rıdvan Öncel 6, Palmer 15, Gillespie 8, White 12, Mc Collum 21, Can Korkmaz 2, Meeks 2, Bishop 9, Ahmet Bugrahan Tuncer, Muhsin Yaşar
