Name: Turk Telekom-Panionios | Round 6 highlights | EuroCup 2025-26
Channel: Euroleague Basketball

Buducnost VOLI Podgorica ground out an 82-79 home win over Besiktas GAIN Istanbul on Tuesday in the BKT EuroCup to improve to 4-2, while the visitors dropped to the same record after a rip-roaring encounter at Moraca Sports Hall. 

Rasheed Sulaimon gives Buducnost the cutting edge against Besiktas

Buducnost VOLI Podgorica ground out an 82-79 home win over Besiktas GAIN Istanbul on Tuesday in the BKT EuroCup to improve to 4-2, while the visitors dropped to the same record after a rip-roaring encounter at Moraca Sports Hall.

Rasheed Sulaimon stole the show as he bagged a game-high 20 points, including a crunch floater in the last minute of the game to settle a rollercoaster in which the lead changed hands time and again.

Sulaimon was a menace throughout, netting 8 points in the first quarter and 12 in the second half as the hosts erased a 9-point deficit and then spilled an identical lead, forcing the final twist thanks to the 31-year-old guard who showed nerves of steel in the home straight.

Juwan Morgan racked up 12 points, 6 boards and 3 steals for Buducnost, which shot 6 of 13 from downtown (46.2%) and managed 9 steals on the back of aggressive second-half defense.

Morgan credited an extraordinary team effort for the win. “They all believed in me and I believed in them,” he said in his postgame comments. “We had to lock in and grab the rebounds. It was a very strong team spirit and that’s what makes this team special. It could have been any guy’s night and we just keep rolling.”

Besiktas was well on top for the lion’s share of the first half, but paid the price for slowing down offensively in the last few minutes of the opening period, as Buducnost turned a 29-38 deficit into a 47-45 halftime lead which galvanized a passionate home crowd. Buducnost looked the more likely winner after carving out a 70-61 advantage at the end of the third quarter but was in trouble after Vitto Brown hit some tough shots in the fourth, giving the visiting team a 77-79 lead in the home straight.

Sulaimon then stepped up as Buducnost had the last laugh, much to the delight of head coach Andrej Zakelj.

“I must congratulate the players, we had some injuries before the game but they played through the pain as they had a very good approach and energy,” he said. “We made some mistakes but that’s part of the game. This will do a lot of good for our confidence as it's our sixth win in a row (in all competitions) after a poor start to the season, but we must keep our feet on the ground.”

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Anthony Brown led the Besiktas effort as he amassed 15 points and 7 boards and Vitto Brown added 13 points, but the Turkish side committed 16 turnovers and shot a modest 10 of 27 from downtown in the wake of aggressive second-half defense from the hosts.

Besiktas head coach Dusan Alimpijevic struck a grim figure after his team fell short.

“Congrats to Buducnost, they had a good game and we also helped them a lot with our decisions on offense,” he said. “We missed some open shots in crunch time while they hit some tough, contested ones at the other end. They are well-coached and they’ve got some talented players who are good in one-on-one situations.”

Game News

The American guard came up big at crunch time to give the Montenegrin team a well-deserved win 

Buducnost VOLI Podgorica v Besiktas GAIN Istanbul (2025-11-04T18:00:00.000Z)

Turk Telekom shows no signs of slowing down after defeating Panionios Cosmoroma Travel Athens 95-67 on Tuesday in front of their home crowd. 

Turk Telekom keeps rolling as strong second half seals win over Panionios

Turk Telekom shows no signs of slowing down after defeating Panionios Cosmoroma Travel Athens 95-67 on Tuesday in front of their home crowd. Riding the wind of a winning streak, the Ankara side keeps rolling with confidence.

It all began with that turning point in Round 3, and the blue-and-whites have carried that momentum through three straight wins. Sharper defense, settled backcourt dynamics, and Michael Devoe’s growing impact have helped Telekom find its flow.

Coming off an early-season injury, Devoe has been key in the backcourt rotation.

"I think it’s our team chemistry. We all are really getting along with each other. We are just keeping building, game by game," Devoe said.

That chemistry showed up in the second half, with Devoe and Jaleen Smith standing out. Smith shook off Telekom’s first-half struggles from deep and made 6 of 10 three-pointers to finish with 20 points and 5 rebounds. Devoe ran the backcourt with poise, adding 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists, feeding teammates and keeping the momentum firmly with the hosts.

After a balanced start, with both teams trading easy buckets in the first quarter, Turk Telekom turned up the intensity on defense in the second and carried a 7-point lead into halftime.

The third quarter saw a transformed Telekom step onto the court. Sharing the ball effortlessly and fixing earlier struggles from deep, Kyle Alexander dominated inside as Telekom took control of the paint. The lead quickly stretched to 30 points, and Telekom never looked back.

"Especially the effort that we gave defensively in the third quarter was the key," Coach Erdem Can explained. "We tried to keep the pace up throughout the game... It’s a very important win for us, but also it’s just one win. We need to continue with the same aggressiveness. It’s a long season, we have a lot of games."

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For Panionios, the first quarter showed flashes of promise, particularly through Keron DeShields. The matchup marked the EuroCup debut for both DeShields and Kostas Gontikas, and the Greek side was still searching for rhythm while dealing with injury issues.

DeShields contributed 17 points, while Markel Starks and Giorgos Tsalmpouris added 11 and 10, respectively, keeping Panionios competitive early on. But the second half proved much tougher. Turk Telekom’s aggressive defense forced the Greek side into struggles, with Panionios managing just 9 points in the third quarter and never finding a way back into the game.

Coach Ilias Zouros, in only his second EuroCup game as the team's head coach, reflected on the challenges his team faced.

"We had two new players in the team. They just arrived yesterday. The biggest problem for our team was we didn’t play together. This is my biggest complaint about the game of today. In the third quarter and the fourth quarter, we didn’t play as a team, we played as individuals, and this is wrong. Anyway, this game is over for us. We have to think about the next game."

In Round 7, Turk Telekom will look to carry its momentum on the road against Lietkabelis Panevezys. Panionios Athens, meanwhile, will aim for its second win of the season when it faces the London Lions.

Michael Devoe stepped up to spark the home team in the second half

Turk Telekom Ankara v Panionios Cosmorama Travel Athens (2025-11-04T16:00:00.000Z)

Turk Telekom-Panionios | Round 6 highlights | EuroCup 2025-26

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Check out what the protagonists are saying ahead of Round 6 of the 2025-26 EuroCup season, and who might be missing in action.

Round 6: Pregame quotes and injury reports

## Wednesday, November 5

### U-BT Cluj-Napoca vs. Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana (18:00 CET)

**Mihai Silvasan, Cluj head coach**

"We’re facing a team that has changed a lot, just like we have. They kept a few of their key players from last year, and I’m referring here to Nikolic, who is their main scorer, and Stewart, who is in his third year with the team, a complete player who helps them a lot. They also have some injury problems, and they’ve recently signed a new center who will most likely make his debut against us. I believe we are ready, we want to keep up our good performances, have the right mentality, and stay very focused on what we have to do, on our own game. We’re trying to improve the aspects of our play that have caused us issues so far, especially on defense. They average fewer rebounds and points than we do, but they are better when it comes to turnovers. I think one of the keys to the game will be taking care of the ball on offense and not allowing easy baskets on fast breaks."

**Dusan Miletic, Cluj center**

"Definitely a tough game, because we play against a physical and experienced team that has been in the EuroCup for many years. I think our advantage will be the home court, for sure, and I think we’ve gained some confidence after the last games, so we need to keep the momentum. It’s really important for us to play at home, especially in this atmosphere, with this amazing crowd, where the energy is different, so it’s really important to protect the home court."

**Zvezdan Mitrovic, Cedevita Olimpija head coach**

"Cluj is a very serious team, which they’ve been proving with their performances in both competitions. Going into the game, they are the favorites. They’re a team that averages 97 points per game in the EuroCup, which says a lot. That means our defense will have to be at a very high level. We’re definitely facing a tough challenge, as they have excellent and quick players on the perimeter, and transition is one of their main weapons. It’s going to take a lot of running, defense, and fighting for rebounds. We’ll see on Wednesday how well-prepared we are for all these tasks."

**Umoja Gibson, Cedevita Olimpija guard**

"We expect a very intense game. We know that Cluj has exceptional players on the perimeter, as well as very strong ones under the basket. We need to prepare well and control the pace of the game. It’s definitely going to be an exciting matchup, and we’ll be ready for the challenge."

Dusan Miletic

### Neptunas Kleipeda vs. BAXI Manresa (18:00 CET)

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### Bahcesehir College Istanbul vs. Hapoel Midtown Jerusalem (18:00 CET)

**Yonatan Alon, Jerusalem head coach**

"We have a lot of respect for Bahcesehir and how they play. Their results so far show that they are the best team in the competition. We belive in ourselves and are going to give our best, all that we can, to win this game."

### ratiopharm ulm vs. London Lions (19:00 CET)

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### Aris Thessaloniki Betsson vs. Slask Wroclaw (19:00 CET)

**Igor Milicic, Aris head coach**

"Everyone will be ready for tomorrow except for Giouzelis. We also have a few other minor issues, but they should be resolved by the time of the game. Slask has played five games in EuroCup, mostly against teams that we have also faced. It definitely won’t be an easy game for us, but it will certainly be the most important game of the season so far. We’re not thinking about the next games, our focus is entirely on tomorrow’s match. For us, every game is the most important one as we try to change the image of the team. We are fully focused and determined to turn the situation around."

**Lefteris Bochoridis, Aris guard**

"Slask is a very good team, with a quite talented and quality group of players. We don’t have the luxury to distinguish between opponents or to underestimate any team. I believe it’s a good opportunity that we have a game again so soon, as it gives us the chance to step on the court and show a different picture."

Lefteris Bochoridis

### Umana Reyer Venice vs. Veolia Towers Hamburg (20:00 CET)

**Neven Spahija, Reyer head coach**

"After the day off, we got back to work and I saw a lot of energy on the court. All the players are healthy and we have prepared well for the game against Hamburg. We are facing a team that hasn't had many wins so far, but they are very dangerous for that very reason. They play at a high pace, putting a lot of desire and intensity on the court, and they never give up. We will have to play serious basketball, with our energy and even more focus. We are ready. In the last game against Varese we won, but without playing our best basketball: we were heavily affected by the travel, but now the conditions are completely different."

**Carl Wheatle, Reyer forward**

"We have to play a tough game, a very important one for our standings, and we'll be doing it in front of our home crowd. It will probably be a hard-fought game. At this point in the season, all games are fundamental for us, especially in a week with so many back-to-back commitments. Playing at home is always important for us, so we will try to do our best to win. We want this victory both to find rhythm and consistency as a team, and, obviously, for the standings."

**Reyer injury report:** There are no injuries to report.

## Tuesday, November 4

### Turk Telekom Ankara vs. Panionios Cosmorama Travel Athens (17:00 CET)

**Ilias Zouros, Panionios head coach**

"It’s a difficult and demanding game. What we want is to show a competitive face and present a good team image, despite our absences and bad luck, against a very strong and quality opponent."

**Nate Watson, Panionios center**

"It’s a tough game against a very good team. We really want to get our first road win, and for that reason, we’re looking forward to the challenge."

**Panionios injury report:** George Papas, Michalis Lountzis and Tyler Wahl are ruled out.

Nate Watson

### Buducnost VOLI Podgorica vs. Besiktas GAIN Istanbul (19:00 CET)

**Andrej Zakelj, Buducnost head coach**

"We know who we’re up against — Besiktas is one of the favorites to win the EuroCup. Lately, they’ve been playing at a really high level: aggressive, fast, with great individual players, but also as a very well-connected team. It’s going to be a tough test for us, but also a great opportunity to show that we can compete at this level.We have a lot to improve if we want to be competitive, but we’re playing on our home court and we’ll do everything we can to surprise Besiktas. The key will be energy and fighting spirit — diving for every ball, playing tough, aggressive, and as a true team. With the support of our fans, I believe we can give our maximum and get the win."

**Rasheed Sulaimon, Buducnost guard**

"It’s a big game — two top-level teams going head-to-head. These are the kinds of games every basketball player loves to prepare for. I’m expecting, and I know we’ll have, a great crowd and an amazing atmosphere. We’ll do our best to make our fans proud, feed off their energy, and leave everything on the floor. It’s going to be a physical, high-intensity battle — two tough teams with rich histories, two great coaches, and high-level players. I believe the game will come down to the details: execution, focus, and toughness. The team that stays sharper, more physical, and more resilient will be the one that comes out on top."

Andrej Zakelj

### Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse vs. NINERS Chemnitz (19:30 CET)

**Frederic Fauthoux, Bourg head coach**

"They are very highly ranked in the German League. They are a very aggressive team defensively, with a well-structured and very athletic style of play. It will therefore be a difficult game, but it's a game we absolutely must win at home."

**Tre Mitchell, Bourg center**

"We expect a very physical game. Chemnitz is probably one of the most physical teams in the German League, so they will inevitably impose their physical style of play."

Tre Mitchell

### Dolomiti Energia Trento vs. Lietkabelis Panevezys (20:00 CET)

**Fabio Bongi, Trento assistant coach**

"It will definitely be a tough game. Playing at home can help us, but we need to recover well after the effort we put in against Virtus Bologna. We are facing a team that has made organization, both offensively and defensively, one of its trademarks. They have very talented players like Flowers and Morris, quality in every position, and they are extremely physical with great size. One of the characteristics that has distinguished them for many seasons is their ability to play well together, moving the ball consistently and having clear ideas on defense as well. It will be a demanding test, but we know how crucial it will be to stay within our system, with everyone bringing their own brick to build a strong performance in front of our fans."

**Matas Jogela, Trento forward**

"Lietkabelis is a great team, and it’s never easy to face them because they have a lot of experience, they play smart basketball, and they’re very aggressive on defense. If we want to try to win, we need to impose our game, sharing the ball to create open shots. Being aggressive on both ends of the floor will be crucial. We know how important this game is: even though we’ve only played five games so far, every single one matters, especially at home, if we want to try to reach the playoffs."

Matas Jogela

Umana Reyer Venice v Veolia Towers Hamburg (2025-11-05T19:00:00.000Z)

ratiopharm ulm v London Lions (2025-11-05T18:00:00.000Z)

Aris Thessaloniki Betsson v Slask Wroclaw (2025-11-05T18:00:00.000Z)

U-BT Cluj-Napoca v Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana (2025-11-05T17:00:00.000Z)

Neptunas Klaipeda v BAXI Manresa (2025-11-05T17:00:00.000Z)

Bahcesehir College Istanbul v Hapoel Midtown Jerusalem (2025-11-05T17:00:00.000Z)

Dolomiti Energia Trento v Lietkabelis Panevezys (2025-11-04T19:00:00.000Z)

Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse v NINERS Chemnitz (2025-11-04T18:30:00.000Z)

Euroleague Basketball has announced the following disciplinary decision pertaining to incidents that occurred between Rounds 7 and 8 of the 2025-26 EuroLeague Regular Season, as well as Round 5 of the 2025-26 BKT EuroCup Regular Season.

Latest disciplinary sanctions

EuroLeague Round 7

- FC Barcelona has been sanctioned with a fine of €4,000, for the throwing of objects onto the playing court on occasion of the game FC Barcelona – EA7 Emporio Armani Milan, under Article 29.2.g) of the Euroleague Basketball Disciplinary Code.

 

EuroLeague Round 8

- Mr. Vladimir Androic, assistant coach of Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade has been sanctioned with a fine of €5,000, for committing acts representing a lack of respect against the officiating crew on occasion of the game Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade – FC Barcelona, under Article 27.2.b) of the Euroleague Basketball Disciplinary Code.
- Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade has been sanctioned with a fine of €7,000, for the throwing of objects onto the playing court on occasion of the game Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade – FC Barcelona, under Article 29.2.g) of the Euroleague Basketball Disciplinary Code.
- Mr. Dimitris Kontos, General Manager of Basketball Operations of Panathinaikos Aktor Athens has been sanctioned with a fine of €3,500, for committing acts representing a lack of respect against the officiating crew on occasion of the game AS Monaco – Panathinaikos Aktor Athens, under Article 27.2.b) of the Euroleague Basketball Disciplinary Code.
- Mr. Giorgios Gkotzogiannis, Team Manager of Panathinaikos Aktor Athens has been sanctioned with a fine of €3,000, for committing acts representing a lack of respect against the officiating crew on occasion of the game AS Monaco – Panathinaikos Aktor Athens, under Article 27.2.b) of the Euroleague Basketball Disciplinary Code.

EuroCup Round 5

- Mr. Zvezdan Mitrovic, head coach of Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana has been sanctioned with a fine of €6,000, for committing acts representing a lack of respect against the officiating crew on occasion of the game Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana – Neptunas Klaipeda, under Article 27.2.b) of the Euroleague Basketball Disciplinary Code.

There are some guys in the BKT EuroCup who can simply fly! Check out some of their high-flying heroics with the 10 best dunks from October! 

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When you start the season with two straight defeats, it's very easy to lose your balance and then it all goes downhill. However, an early test in the season can also bring the best out of you, and so far that's the story of Turk Telekom Ankara in the BKT EuroCup.

Turk Telekom Ankara setting the bar high despite bad start

When you start the season with two straight defeats, it's very easy to lose your balance and then it all goes downhill.

However, an early test in the season can also bring the best out of you, and so far that's the story of [Turk Telekom Ankara](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/turk-telekom-ankara/ttk/) in the BKT EuroCup.

After a heartbreaking home defeat to ratiopharm ulm in the first round and a road loss to Cosea JL Bourg-en-Bresse, the Turkish team was seemingly outmatched by two top contenders and things were not looking good.

However, three weeks later, everything has changed, with coach Erdem Can's unit beating Buducnost VOLI Podgorica at home and the duo of Dolomiti Energia Trento and the London Lions on the road.

Read more [HERE](https://www.eurohoops.net/en/trademarks/1889562/turk-telekom-ankara-setting-the-bar-high-despite-bad-start/).

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Panionios Cosmorama Travel announced on Monday that it has signed guard Keron DeShields and big man Kostas Gontikas for the remainder of the season. 

Panionios bolsters roster with Kostas Gontikas, Keron DeShields 

Panionios Cosmorama Travel announced on Monday that it has signed guard Keron DeShields and big man Kostas Gontikas for the remainder of the season.

DeShields (1.91 meters, 32 years old) brings experience from multiple leagues across Europe and beyond. He has suited up for teams in Italy, Hungary, Israel, Greece, Lithuania, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, Argentina, Saudi Arabia and Lebanon as well as for the Syrian national team.

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In his previous stint in Greece, DeShields finished the 2017-18 season with Rethymno Cretan Kings. He most recently suited up for Syria at the 2025 Asia Cup, where he averaged 22 points, 7 rebounds, and 5.3 assists over three games in August. The veteran guard is due to make his EuroCup debut with Panionios.

Gontikas (2.06 meters, 31 years old) is a Greek international who has spent his entire professional career in Greece, spare shorts stints in Romania and Iceland. He has suited up for Panathinaikos Athens, Apollon Patras, Ifaistos Limnou, Peristeri, AEK Athens, Ionikas Nikaias, AS Karditas, Kolossos and Lavrio.

More Panionios news

Both players are due to make their EuroCup debuts

Panionios bolsters roster with Keron DeShields, Kostas Gontikas

Aquila Basket Trento guard DeVante Jones spoke with Javier Gancedo in this week's EuroCup interview.

DeVante Jones: 'I’m hoping to have Victor Wembanyama in Trento soon'

[Dolomiti Energia Trento](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/teams/dolomiti-energia-trento/trn/) has been one of the most successful road teams in the BKT EuroCup this season. In Round 5, the Italian side [defeated Panionios Cosmorama Travel Athens 87-91](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/news/surprisingly-smarter-trento-rallied-big-to-sting-panionios/), coming from behind in the fourth quarter. [DeVante Jones](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/players/devante-jones/013260/) played a key role, scoring nine of his 20 points in the final five minutes, including a clutch go-ahead basket and free throws to seal the win.

This is Jones’s second EuroCup season, after a year with Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana. So far, he’s averaging 16.0 points, 3.2 rebounds, 3.4 assists, and a PIR of 17.2. Off the court, he stays close with former teammate Victor Wembanyama, the NBA's rising star. Jones and Wembanyama keep in touch, and Jones is hopeful that Wembanyama might visit him in Trento soon, as he revealed to Euroleague.net's Javier Gancedo. 

DeVante Jones joined Dolomiti Energia Trento this season. 

Round 1-5 highlights: DeVante Jones, Trento

**Q: DeVante, let's start with the win over Panionios. You rallied in the fourth quarter and never lost faith. What helped you get this important road win?**

“Thanks. As a team, we just haven’t been in situations like that much this season. Toto \[Forray\] was a big help – he’s a great leader. He kept reminding us to stay calm, be patient, and stick to our game plan. Towards the end, Coach \[Massimo Cancellieri\] wanted me to have the ball in my hands to make plays, and my teammates trusted me. That trust really helped me make the right decisions down the stretch.”

**Q: You've had great success on the road, but a couple of tough losses at home. How do you translate that road mentality into your home games?**

“We just need to be more consistent. We’ve got to use our home crowd to our advantage, that ‘sixth man’ energy that can lift us when we’re tired or struggling to score. On the road, we have a chip on our shoulder because we know we’re facing tough environments, but at home, we should have that same mindset. Hopefully, we can bring that same focus to our home games before the season’s over.”

**Q: You’ve already had three 20-point games this season. Is this the kind of role you envisioned when you joined Trento, maybe a bigger role than what you had in Ljubljana with Cedevita Olimpija?**

“I definitely wanted more responsibility, but not just as a scorer. I knew I could make plays at a high level, so having the ball in my hands has been a big part of my role. I’m one of those guards who can do a little bit of everything – score, pass, defend, rebound. Trento’s done a great job of letting me showcase my abilities on both ends of the court. This year, I've been asked to step up as a scorer more often, which is fine with me because my teammates trust me to take those shots.”

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**Q: Let's talk about a couple of your teammates. First, Cheickh Niang, one of the youngest players in the league. His brother already plays in the EuroLeague and for the Italian national team. How do you see his potential?**

“Cheickh reminds me a lot of Bilal Coulibaly, the kid from the \[Washington\] Wizards – both are very athletic, great defenders, and just have a lot of potential. I really like Cheickh. He’s always working hard, getting extra shots in, and putting in the work before and after practice. I’m always trying to keep him focused and pushing him to improve. The sky’s the limit for him.”

**Q: And then there’s the veteran, Toto Forray, a Trento legend. How important is it to have someone like him in the locker room, showing the new guys what it means to be part of this team and city?**

“Toto is huge for us. He’s one of those leaders who just brings people together effortlessly. He’s always cracking jokes, making sure everyone feels comfortable, not just with basketball but with life in Trento. He helps us get acclimated to the city and the culture. We’ve got a group chat where he’s always checking in, making sure everyone has what they need. On the court, he’s a great player too. He’s always hustling, always showing what it means to play the ‘Trento way.’ Having him around is like having a cheat code.”

**Q: You spent your first season in Europe with Victor Wembanyama at Metropolitans 92. What do you remember from that experience, and how was it playing with him?**

“It was great. I wish I’d been able to take full advantage of that experience because it went by so fast! But I got really close with Victor, and we still talk today. Playing with him was amazing. From getting police escorts to every game to seeing him work before and after every game, his work ethic is unbelievable. Not only as a player but as a person – he’s really humble and down-to-earth. It was awesome watching him grow, and now seeing him do well in the NBA, it’s amazing. Everything about that year was great.”

**Q: You and Victor stay in touch, do you think he follows your games, or the EuroCup and EuroLeague games in general?**

“Yeah, I think he’s been watching some of my games this season. I’ve talked to him about coming out to one whenever he has the chance, so hopefully he’ll make it to a game. We’re still talking about it, trying to figure out when it works for both of us. So, I’m hoping to have him in Trento soon!”

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**Q: This is your second EuroCup season after Ljubljana. Does the experience from last year help you settle in more comfortably this time around?**

“Definitely. Having a season under my belt makes a big difference. I know what to expect from the players, the refs, the physicality, and the crowds. So, it’s much easier to adjust this time. And it’s also fun for me because I can help the younger guys understand what to expect. They’re learning the difference between the EuroCup and the Italian League, so it’s been a lot of fun so far.”

**Q: Up next is Lietkabelis, a must-win game if you want to keep your playoff hopes alive. Is that the mentality you’re bringing into this game?**

“Absolutely. It’s the same mentality we had going into the Panionios game. They’re kind of struggling, but they’ll give us their best shot. This is a crucial game for us, just like the last one. In EuroCup, sometimes it comes down to one game or even one point for the playoffs. So, it’s huge. We’ve got to bring our best, and I know they’ll be coming at us hard, too. I can’t wait for it.”

**Q: Trento is in its 10th EuroCup season, and you’ve also experienced basketball in Ljubljana. How are you enjoying the opportunity to experience different basketball cultures?**

“I’m really enjoying it. Experiencing different basketball cultures is a blessing. The guys around me are open to sharing their cultures, and it’s just a great feeling to learn new things every day. Getting closer with the team and seeing the brotherhood form is something special. It’s an experience I’ll always treasure.”

More Trento News

The guard spoke with Javier Gancedo in this week's EuroCup interview

Sylvain Francisco’s steady rise in the EuroLeague hit a new milestone in October. The Zalgiris Kaunas guard has been chosen as the EuroLeague Basketball MVP for the Month of October presented by Motorola in recognition of his consistent excellence as he guided the Lithuanian club to a share of first place in the standings. 

Sylvain Francisco named EuroLeague MVP for October

[Sylvain Francisco](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/sylvain-francisco/007975/)’s steady rise in the EuroLeague hit a new milestone in October. The [Zalgiris Kaunas](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/teams/zalgiris-kaunas/zal/) guard has been chosen as the EuroLeague Basketball MVP for the Month of October presented by Motorola in recognition of his consistent excellence as he guided the Lithuanian club to a share of first place in the standings. Already known for his dynamic play, Francisco elevated his impact with a blend of scoring, distribution, and leadership that helped Zalgiris emerge as one of the early contenders in the 2025–26 season.

Francisco was the engine behind Zalgiris’s 6–2 record in October, orchestrating the offense with precision and flair. He closed out the opening month of the season sharing the league lead in assists with 6.8 per game, while also leading his team in scoring at 14.9 points per game. His Performance Index Rating (PIR) of 18.9 was the second highest among all guards during the month, underscoring his all-around impact.

"Being MVP of the Month is amazing, I didn't expect it, and I am really happy. I'm dancing inside," Francisco told Olivia Harlan Dekker on the EuroLeague & Friends: MVP Talk podcast. "It means a lot because there are so many talented players. I didn't expect to be a EuroLeague MVP, all I wanted is to make sure that we are winning with the team that we have, and to be happy about the wins. I just want to go to the playoffs; that's the best part of it, that's what we want, our goal."

EuroLeague & Friends: MVP Talk with Sylvain Francisco

Francisco’s standout performance in October came in Round 7, when he posted 23 points and a career-high 10 assists in an 86–65 win over Virtus Bologna for his first EuroLeague double-double. That performance earned Francisco co-MVP honors for the round.

His numbers reflect not just volume, but efficiency. Francisco shot 54.1% on two-pointers and 40.4% from three-point range, consistently stretching defenses and creating space for teammates. He has hit at least one three-pointer in every game, scored in double figures six times, and recorded at least 7 assists in five games.

Zalgiris’s October wins came against top-tier opponents including AS Monaco, Fenerbahce Beko Istanbul, FC Bayern Munich, FC Barcelona, Virtus, and LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne, with Francisco playing a central role in each.

This marks Francisco’s first MVP of the Month award, and he becomes just the fifth Zalgiris player to earn the honor, joining [Marcus Brown](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/marcus-brown/aht/) (December 2007), [Paulius Jankunas](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/jankunas-paulius/bwi/) (December 2017), [Brandon Davies](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/brandon-davies/007870/) (April 2018), and [Marius Grigonis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/marius-grigonis/002328/) (October 2020). He also becomes the fifth French player to win the award, alongside [Thomas Heurtel](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/thomas-heurtel/klt/) (February 2017), [Nando De Colo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/nando-de-colo/002100/) (January 2015, February 2016, January 2018), [Guerschon Yabusele](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/guerschon-yabusele/010357/) (January 2022, and [Theo Maledon](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/theo-maledon/007027/) (December 2024).

Francisco joined Zalgiris in the summer of 2024 and has quickly become one of the most impactful guards in the league. His leadership and consistency have helped Zalgiris emerge as a serious playoff contender, and with the season still young, expectations are only growing.

Zalgiris will look to build on its early momentum as the EuroLeague season continues, with Francisco expected to remain a driving force in the team’s pursuit of postseason success.

More Sylvain Francisco News

The Zalgiris Kaunas guard led his team to the top of the standings with elite playmaking and scoring

Balancing out your rosters for Round 6 of the EuroCup Fantasy Challenge may be a bit of a challenge. Here are five inexpensive suggestions who just might help your team: Matas Jogela, Dolomiti Energia Trento (8.3 credits)
Malik Osborne, ratiopharm ulm (10.0 credits)
Jordan Parks, Umana Reyer Venice (9.8 credits)
David Skara, Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana (7.9 credits)
Giorgos Tsalmpouris, Panionios Cosmorama Travel Athens (7.6 credits)


Fantasy tips, Round 6: Making the most of an unbalanced week

Balancing out your rosters in Round 6 may be a bit of a challenge. While there are four games on Tuesday and six on Wednesday, I discovered when I started preparing for this week  that the overwhelming majority of my players have Wednesday (i.e. Turn 2) games. This is especially noteworthy when choosing a captain. Eight of the top 10 players in PIR this season are playing in Turn 2 this week.

Grabbing one of those two, [Ante Zizic](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/ante-zizic/004554/) or [Kevin Yebo](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/kevin-yebo/013368/), to be your Turn 1 captain could be beneficial. Regardless, Knowing what you will do in Turn 2 is important. I plan to use [Malachi Flynn](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/malachi-flynn/013908/) as my captain – if my Tuesday choice does not hit big – because the Hapoel Midtown Jerusalem defense has allowed opposing guards to flourish and , after all, Flynn is third in the competition in PIR with 22.8 per game.

Before we go any further, let's review my picks from last week. [Nike Sibande](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/nike-sibande/013889/) scored 11 and gained 0.1 credits. [Umoja Gibson](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/umoja-gibson/013855/) scored 19 and gained 0.4 credits. [Berk Ugurlu](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/berk-ugurlu/003783/) scored 3.3 and lost 0.2 credits. [Augustin Ubal](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/agustin-ubal/010062/) scored 21 and gained 0.5 credits. And [Jakub Urbaniak](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/jakub-urbaniak/012777/) scored 11 and gained 0.2 credits. If you took my advice, it helped! Let's see what Round 6 has in store. Here are five inexpensive suggestions who just might help your team:

### Matas Jogela, Dolomiti Energia Trento (8.3 credits)

Lithuanian forward [Matas Jogela](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/matas-jogela/006853/) is leading Trento into his home country this week, which for some might be a good enough reason to expect a good game from him. Add to that the fact that the opponent, Lietkabelis Panevezys, has allowed the most fantasy points to forwards in the EuroCup this season and now we’re talking. And Jogela is coming off a season-high PIR of 17 last week.

Has Malik Osborne just turned a corner?

### Malik Osborne, ratiopharm ulm (10.0 credits)

Has [Malik Osborne](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/eurocup/players/malik-osborne/013916/) just turned a corner? If so, now may be the time to jump on board. The center comes off a monster EuroCup game against fellow German side NINERS Chemnitz – 16 points and 14 rebounds for a PIR of 29 – and followed that up with an efficient 11-point, 6-board, 16 PIR line over the weekend in the German League. Osborne has a high floor as he ranks sixth in the league in rebounding with 7.2 per game. If he takes on a larger offensive role, he becomes a fantasy asset.  

 

### Jordan Parks, Umana Reyer Venice (9.8 credits)

[Jordan Parks](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/jordan-parks/011909/) has found a home in Venice, where is now in his fourth season. He has started all five games so far in the EuroCup and seems to have found his groove recently – as well as a boost in playing time – with 15.5 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 2.5 blocks for a PIR of 18.0 over the last two games. Reyer scored in triple figures in both of those games and could do so again against Hamburg, which has allowed 99.2 points per game this season.

 

### David Skara, Cedevita Olimpija Ljubljana (7.9 credits)

This one is a little riskier, but for the price, he should be worth the gamble. [David Skara](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/david-skara/004639/) has averaged 15.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 1.5 steals for a PIR of 19.5 in the last two rounds, while facing the tough frontlines of Bahcesehir. Cedevita's Round 6 opponent, Cluj, has given up the most fantasy points to centers so far this season. The mitigating factor is Cedevita's signing of Will McNair over the weekend, but I expect Skara will still see plenty of minutes in Romania.

 

### Giorgos Tsalmpouris, Panionios Cosmorama Travel Athens (7.6 credits)

The Panionios big man was on my radar last week, but I thought it was wiser to wait and see how things shook out in the team's first game under new head coach Ilias Zouros. Then [Giorgos Tsalmpouris](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/eurocup/players/giorgos-tsalmpouris/006548/) dominated to the tune of 18 points and 6 rebounds for a PIR of 23 in 24 minutes against Trento. The matchup against Turk Telekom will be tougher, but it's also a Turn 1 game, which adds value.

Giorgos Tsalmpouris dominated in his first game under Coach Zouros. 

More EuroCup Fantasy Challenge News

Frankie Sachs offers fantasy managers some recommendations for this week's games

There are plenty of smart opportunities in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge market this week. Javier Gancedo breaks them down.

Fantasy tips, Round 9: Mid-tier magic and value finds

The EuroLeague marathon rolls on with Round 9 – a single-round week, meaning players and coaches have a little extra time to prepare. Last week provided a wealth of new information, as several players stepped up to take on bigger roles. But first, [let’s review what Igor Petrinovic recommended last time](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/en/euroleague/news/fantasy-tips-rounds-7-8-no-risk-high-reward-gems/).

Igor’s “budget edition” focused on players priced under 6.0 credits, so there’s little room for criticism. True, Arijan Lakic of Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade managed a PIR of -1 across the double-round week, but the rest of Igor’s picks hit nicely. Stefan Miljenovic of Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet Belgrade tallied a combined PIR of 15.3 over two games – an excellent return for 4.1 credits. Sebastian Herrera of Paris Basketball was sensational and is now one of the must-have players in the game. Giampaolo Ricci of EA7 Emporio Armani Milan gained 0.3 credits, taking advantage of extra minutes, while Kosta Kondic of Dubai Basketball averaged a PIR of 7.0. Solid work, Igor!

This week, I’m going for slightly pricier players – not the superstars, but those with strong upside and reasonable cost. Here are my recommendations for Round 9:

Isiaha Mike, Joel Parra, Moses Wright, Quinn Ellis and Rodions Kurucs are featured in this week's article. 

EuroLeague Fantasy tips: Round 5

### Isiaha Mike, FC Bayern Munich (9.5 credits)

[Isiaha Mike](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/isiaha-mike/011836/) is coming off a superb double-round week, averaging 23.0 points on 10-of-12 two-pointers, 5.5 rebounds, 6.0 fouls drawn, and a PIR of 27.0. His career-high 29 points against Real Madrid could mark a turning point in his season. Talented and full of confidence, expect more strong performances ahead.

### Joel Parra, FC Barcelona (6.5 credits)

With Toko Shengelia sidelined due to an ankle injury, coach Joan Penarroya will need to improvise at power forward. [Joel Parra](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/joel-parra/007464/)’s versatility and instant impact make him a great budget pick – he’s ready to deliver when his team needs it most.

### Moses Wright, Zalgiris Kaunas (12.4 credits)

[Moses Wright](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/moses-wright/012878/) has quietly become a force in limited minutes. He posted 14 points, 8 rebounds, and a PIR of 23 in Round 7, then followed up with 14 points, 7 rebounds, and a PIR of 22 in just 18 minutes the next game. He reportedly injured his wrist in the Lithuanian League this past weekend, but if he's good to go in Round 9, at 12.4 credits he remains an undervalued gem.

### Quinn Ellis, EA7 Emporio Armani Milan (7.1 credits)

[Quinn Ellis](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/quinn-ellis/012593/) continues to impress as Milan’s all-around guard. Even with Nico Mannion back, Ellis has kept a solid role – producing 7 points and a PIR of 13 in Round 8, followed by a PIR of 20 in domestic action. His value is steadily climbing.

### Rodions Kurucs, Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz (6.2 credits)

A bit of a gamble, but one with serious upside. [Rodions Kurucs](https://www.euroleaguebasketball.net/euroleague/players/rodions-kurucs/005713/) has shown flashes lately, using his size and strength effectively on both ends. He posted a PIR of 16 against Efes and followed with a PIR of 12 in a dramatic comeback win in the Spanish League. At just 6.2 credits, he’s worth the risk.

More EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge News

There are plenty of smart opportunities in the EuroLeague Fantasy Challenge market this week. Javier Gancedo breaks them down

Real got back to winning ways by overpowering Fenerbahce last week, with backcourt duo Theo Maledon and Facu Campazzo combining for 26 points and 10 assists. The visitors – who are seeking its first road win of the season – could be reinforced in the paint by new arrival Alex Len as he looks to complement the excellent form of starting center Walter Tavares, who has underlined his status as the competition’s all-time shot blocking leader with five swats in the last two games. Barca leaned on strong defense to grab low-scoring victories over Milan and Partizan last week, however it will be without Round 8 MVP Toko Shengelia after he suffered an injury in the Spanish League this past weekend.

### FC Barcelona

**Streaks**

Tomas Satoransky has made at least 1 three-pointer in six straight games.

Nico Laprovittola has made at least 1 three-pointer in 21 straight games.

Toko Shengelia has posted a PIR of at least 10 in 12 straight and 22 of his last 23 games.

Shengelia has scored at least 10 points in four straight and six of his last seven games.

Shengelia has pulled down at least 5 rebounds in four of his last five games.

Will Clyburn has had at least 1 steal in four straight and six of his last seven games.

**Season rankings**

Tornike Shengelia ranks ninth in average index rating with 18.1 per game.

Tomas Satoransky ranks eighth in three-point accuracy at 54.2%.

**Records/Milestones**

Tomas Satoransky ranks fourth all-time with a 2.8-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Jan Vesely is the all-time leader in two-pointers made with 1,588.

Toko Shengelia ranks sixth all-time with 1,095 two-pointers made. Ante Tomic is fifth with 1,137.

Vesely ranks third all-time with 5,196 index rating points. Mike James of AS Monaco is second with 5,580 and counting. Nando De Colo of LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne is the overall leader with 5,587 and counting.

Vesely is in third place all-time with 373 steals. Dimitris Diamantidis is second with 434 steals.

Vesely ranks fourth all-time with 1,804 rebounds. Kyle Hines is third with 1,855.

Vesely is in sixth place all-time with 666 offensive rebounds. Bryant Dunston of EA7 Emporio Armani Milan is fifth with 678 and counting, and Nikola Milutinov of Olympiacos Piraeus is fourth with 683 and counting.

Vesely is seventh all-time with 4,119 points scored. Juan Carlos Navarro is sixth with 4,152.

Shengelia ranks 11th all-time in scoring with 3,619 points. Sergio Rodriguez is 10th with 3,772.

Will Clyburn is in 13th place all-time in scoring with 3,457 points. Georgios Printezis is 12th all-time with 3,599 points.

Vesely ranks ninth all-time with 216 blocks. Vincent Poirier of Anadolu Efes Istanbul is eighth with 223 and counting, and Tibor Pleiss is seventh with 229.

Shengelia ranks ninth all-time with 820 free throws made. Shane Larkin of Anadolu Efes Istanbul is in eighth place with 825 and counting, and Juan Carlos Navarro is seventh with 853.

Vesely ranks 10th all-time with 817 free throws made.

Kevin Punter ranks ninth all-time in free-throw accuracy at 90.5%.

Youssoupha Fall ranks 15th all-time in two-point accuracy at 65.2%.

Juan Nunez needs 8 assists to reach 100 for his career.

Dario Brizuela needs 4 three-pointers to reach 100 for his career.

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### Real Madrid

**Streaks**

Mario Hezonja has made at least 1 three-pointer in five straight games.

Theo Maledon has scored at least 11 points in nine of his last 10 games.

Maledon has made at least 1 three-point shot in nine of his last 10 games.

Walter Tavares has blocked at least 1 shot in seven of his last eight games.

Tavares has pulled down at least 5 rebounds in four of his last five games.

Chuma Okeke has made at least 1 three-pointer in seven straight games.

Trey Lyles has scored at least 10 points in six straight games.

Lyles has posted PIRs of 13 or more in five of his last six games.

Lyles has pulled down at least 5 rebounds in five of his last six games.

**Season rankings**

Walter Tavares leads the league in blocks with 1.8 per game.

Chuma Okeke ranks sixth in three-point accuracy at 56.0%.

**Records/Milestones**

Theo Maledon set the single-season EuroLeague record by making 208 free throws in the 2024-25 season.

Walter Tavares blocked 88 shots in the 2022-23 season to set the all-time single-season record.

Tavares is the competition's all-time leader in blocks with 486.

Tavares is in fifth place all-time in two-point accuracy at 68.7%.

Usman Garuba ranks ninth all-time in two-point accuracy at 66.1%.

Tavares ranks second all-time with 1,919 rebounds. Paulius Jankunas is the all-time leader with 2,010 rebounds.

Tavares is in second place all-time with 721 offensive rebounds. Kyle Hines is the all-time leader with 824 career offensive rebounds.

Tavares ranks seventh on the all-time list with 4,413 PIR points. Shane Larkin of Anadolu Efes Istanbul is sixth with 4,429 and counting.

Sergio Llull is the all-time leader in games played with 454 EuroLeague appearances.

Llull is the all-time leader in three-point shots made with 690.

Llull ranks fourth all-time in scoring with 4,243 points. Vassilis Spanoulis is third with 4,455.

Sergio Llull is in sixth place all-time with 1,492 assists and counting. Mike James of AS Monaco is fifth with 1,574.

Facundo Campazzo ranks 12th all-time with 1,162 assists. Shane Larkin is in 11th place with 1,169 and counting.

Llull ranks 12th all-time with 747 free throws made. Paulius Jankunas is 11th with 748.

Llull ranks fifth all-time with a 2.7-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Facundo Campazzo ranks 18th all-time with a 2.5-to-1 career assist-to-turnover ratio.

Tavares needs 5 assists to reach 300 in his career.

Gabriel Deck needs 1 rebound to reach 700 in his career.

Deck needs 12 two-point shots made to reach 500 for his career.

Mario Hezonja needs 21 two-point shots made to reach 500 for his career.

The week concludes with a bang as Barcelona (4-4) welcomes Real (4-4) for the season's first Clásico. 

Game Facts: Barcelona vs. Madrid

\- Walter Tavares was MVP of the Round after leading Real to a 90-97 double-overtime road victory over Barcelona last season with 24 points on 10-of-13 two-point shooting and 4-of-6 from the free-throw line. He added 18 rebounds, tying his career-best with 14 defensive rebounds, to amass a PIR of 39.

\- This clash is the 39th Clásico in the EuroLeague since the turn of the century, with Real holding a 20-18 edge thanks to winning five of the last six, including both games last season.

\- Real and Barcelona met in the EuroLeague Final Four semifinals in both 2022 and 2023. Real won both, including a 78-66 victory in Kaunas on the way to winning the 2023 EuroLeague crown.

\- Real also edged Barcelona 86-83 in the 2022 Final Four semifinals in Belgrade.

\- Barcelona and Real Madrid have met in the EuroLeague Final Four Semifinals on three other occasions. The first was in 1996 when Barcelona won 76-66 in Paris behind 24 points from Arturas Karnisovas. Real was victorious 67-74 in London in 2013 thanks to 17 points from Felipe Reyes. The following season, Real routed Barcelona 62-100 in Milan, where Sergio Rodriguez starred with 21 points.

\- Juan Carlos Navarro made a Barcelona record 14 free throws against Real Madrid in a March 2005 game.

\- Real Madrid grabbed a club record 24 offensive rebounds against Barcelona in March 2005, a mark it has matched twice since.

\- Barcelona matched its EuroLeague club record with 9 blocks against Real Madrid in April 2006.

\- Barcelona's single-game individual record for blocks is 5, which Sertac Sanli tied against Real in January 2023.

\- Barcelona's single-game record for steals is 6, which Pepe Sanchez tied against Real Madrid in January 2008.

\- Barcelona center Willy Hernangomez grew up with Real Madrid, made his EuroLeague debut there in the 2012-13 season and also played with the team during the 2015-16 season.

\- Barcelona playmaker Nicolas Laprovittola spent two seasons with Real Madrid, from 2019 to 2021.

\- Real swingman Mario Hezonja spent three seasons with Barcelona, from 2012 to 2015. He made his EuroLeague debut there and was a teammate of Tomas Satoransky during the 2014-15 season.

\- Real's Gabriel Deck and Facundo Campazzo have been teammates of Barcelona's Juan Marcos and Laprovittola on the Argentine national team.

\- Barcelona's Willy Hernangomez, Juan Nunez, Dario Brizuela and Joel Parra have been teammates of Real's Sergio Llull and Usman Garuba, and played under Real Madrid head coach Sergio Scariolo on the Spanish national team.

\- Hernangomez and Sergio Llull, under Coach Scariolo, won the 2019 Basketball World Cup.

\- Hernangomez, Parra, Brizuela and Real's Garuba, under Coach Scariolo, won gold medals at EuroBasket 2022.

\- Real guard Andres Feliz and Barcelona's Joel Parra were teammates at Joventut Badalona for two seasons, from 2021 to 2023

\- Barcelona forward Joel Parra scored a career-high 20 points against Real last February.

\- Barcelona forward Will Clyburn grabbed a career-high 13 rebounds for CSKA Moscow against Real in December 2021.

\- Barcelona sharpshooter Kevin Punter had one of his best career performances in Game 1 of the 2023 EuroLeague Playoffs for Partizan Mozzart Bet Belgrade against Real Madrid. Punter made a game-winning triple with 0.4 seconds to go for an 87-89 win. He finished with 26 points on 5-for-8 three-point shooting and 6 assists. He earned MVP of the Round honors, tying his career best with a PIR of 33.

\- In the deciding Game 5 of that playoff series, Punter made a career-high 7 three-pointers.

\- Real forward Gabriel Deck set his career high with a PIR of 33 in a 91-86 overtime home win over Barcelona in January 2023.

\- Barcelona guard Tomas Satoransky grabbed a career-high 11 rebounds in a 2023 Final Four semifinal loss against Real.

\- Real guard Sergio Llull posted his career-best performance index rating of 32 in an 85-69 win against Barcelona in March 2017. He earned MVP of Round 27 honors for that performance.

\- Barcelona guard Nicolas Laprovittola grabbed a career-high 7 rebounds against Real in February 2022.