Bahcesehir vs. Aris: Loss Complicates EuroCup Qualification

Aris lost to Bahcesehir 81-79 in Turkey, in a game where they squandered a 14-point lead in the final minutes. This defeat complicates their effort to qualify for the next stage of the EuroCup.

Despite Aris controlling the game for a significant portion, offensive struggles in the final minutes and a basket by Malachi Flynn with 0.3 seconds left gave Bahcesehir the victory. Aris now needs two wins in their next games against Neptunas and Cluj to have any hope of qualifying.

In the first half, Aris had good ball movement and long-range accuracy, with Danilo Andjusic standing out. In the second half, Kostas Antetokounmpo was crucial on defense and offense. However, Bahcesehir found solutions from Malachi Flynn and Cavanaugh, and with a 20-4 run in the final minutes, managed to secure the win.

Quarter scores: 19-23, 39-42, 56-64, 81-79

MVP: Malachi Flynn

Best player for Aris: Kostas Antetokounmpo