Fenerbahçe Tarfin defeated Dubai Basketbol 76-66 at the Ülker Sports and Event Hall in the third round of the EuroLeague, securing their third victory in the tournament, according to reports from Sözcü. The result hands the United Arab Emirates representative their first defeat of the EuroLeague season.
Fenerbahçe Tarfin Builds Early Control at Ülker Sports and Event Hall
Fenerbahçe Tarfin opened the match with high shooting percentages, hitting four perimeter shots late in the first quarter to push their lead into double digits. Sözcü reported that the yellow-lacrima side finished the opening frame ahead 26-14. In the second quarter, Baldwin scored on consecutive possessions to extend the lead to 15 points at 38-23 in the 16th minute. Dubai Basketbol responded with a 9-0 run, narrowing the deficit to just three points with 40 seconds remaining before halftime. Fenerbahçe maintained a 42-39 advantage heading into the locker room.
Fenerbahce Tarfin Leads After Low Scoring Third Quarter
Both teams struggled to generate offense during the opening seven minutes of the third quarter. Dubai Basketbol managed to tie the score only once during the period. Fenerbahçe Tarfin controlled the remainder of the quarter to enter the final frame ahead 55-51.
Late-Game Surge Secures the Victory
The fourth quarter remained closely contested until the closing minutes, when Fenerbahçe regained separation and pushed the margin back into double digits. The final score settled at 76-66 in favor of the Turkish hosts. Sözcü confirmed that the win marks Fenerbahçe’s third victory in as many games in Europe’s premier club basketball competition.
Upcoming EuroLeague Fixture Against Panathinaikos
Following this home victory, Fenerbahçe Tarfin turns its attention to an away fixture in Greece. The team will face Panathinaikos on Thursday, October 8, in the fourth week of the EuroLeague.
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