Fenerbahce's hard-working forward is now a champion after five years with the club
Tribute to the Champs: Dyshawn Pierre
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When Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul first brought in Dyshawn Pierre five years ago, they knew they were getting an all-around player who would do whatever it takes to win. And while the 2024-25 season was tough on Pierre from an individual point of view, his teammates and coach Sarunas Jasikevicius could trust that he would give maximum effort every time he stepped on the floor.
Pierre started the season banged up and missed two of the team's first five games. A calf injury in November knocked him out for longer. And when he regained full strength, Fenerbahce was rolling and he never recaptured his role of earlier years.
Even so, Pierre remained a valuable wildcard off the bench, especially late in the season. In Round 32, he posted 7 points and 8 rebounds off the bench to help his team beat Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz and – temporarily – climb atop the standings.
Come the playoffs, Pierre's playing time grew from game to game as Fenerbahce swept Paris Basketball, culminating with 8 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal and 1 block over 22 minutes in the Game 3 clincher. In Abu Dhabi, his role was limited, but Pierre was ready when called upon. He subbed into the championship game four times for a total of 3 minutes to spell whoever needed a rest or fill whatever tactical role Jasikevicius had for him. The payoff for his hard work and team-first outlook? At age 31, Dyshawn Pierre is a EuroLeague champion.