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Undefeated leader Fenerbahce delivered the fourth consecutive win on Monday night. This time they beat 12th ranked Pinar Karsiyaka (1-2) 91-84 in Istanbul. 26 personal fouls committed by Karsiyaka helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Point guard Omer Ziyaettin (188-2008) fired 23 points and 7 rebounds for the winners. Swingman Eren Ilyem (193-2006) chipped in 23 points (made all of his nine free throws !!!). Efe Yilmaz (-2006) produced 23 points for lost side. Pinar Karsiyaka’s coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn’t help. Fenerbahce have a solid four-game winning streak. They maintain first position with 4-0 record. Karsiyaka at the other side dropped to the tenth place with two games lost. They share the position with 7 other teams. Fenerbahce will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Karsiyaka will play on the road against Yalova (#20) and is hoping to prove to their fans that this time they can win.
Bottom-ranked Merkezefendi (0-3) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 92-46 loss to eighth ranked Besiktas (2-1) in Istanbul. Worth to mention a great performance of center Eren Karakaya (207-2006) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Yusuf Barutcu contributed with 12 points and 4 assists for the winners. Teoman Kula (-2007) replied with 18 points for Merkezefendi. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Besiktas moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Aliaga Petkim. Merkezefendi at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with MST and Yalova. Besiktas’ supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Istanbul.
Bottom-ranked MSK (0-3) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 95-77 loss to top-ranked Gaziantep (3-0) in Gaziantep on Monday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. Worth to mention a great performance of Arda Birkeser who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds. At the losing side Anil Alyanak responded with 9 points and 19 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gaziantep have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Anadolu Efes and Gelisim Koleji. Loser MSK still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Merkezefendi and Yalova. Gaziantep will meet Buyukcekmece (#15) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. MST will play against Manisa and hopes to get finally their first victory.

Rest of the games of round 4 were quite predictable and ended without any surprises. Here they are:
Gelisim Koleji defeated Bahcesehir in Izmir 75-65. Galatasaray smashed Izmir at home 75-53. Bursaspor lost to undefeated Anadolu Efes on the opponent’s court 66-82. Tofas managed to outperform Manisa in a home game 83-73. Winless Yalova was rolled over Aliaga Petkim on the road 87-67.
The best stats of 4th round was 15 points and 8 rebounds by Evren Demirci of Yalova.

Bahcesehir – Gelisim Koleji 65-75

The game between closely ranked teams ended with 5th ranked Bahcesehir‘s (2-2) home loss to top-ranked Ozel Gelisim Koleji (3-0) 65-75 on Saturday. Gelisim Koleji forced 20 Bahcesehir turnovers. Strangely Bahcesehir outrebounded Gelisim Koleji 43-29 including a 32-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of Mustafa Yilmaz (-2006) who helped to win the game recording 21 points and 5 rebounds and Can Tuna (-2007) who added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists during the contest. Four Ozel Gelisim Koleji players scored in double figures. At the losing side Cagin Isidan (-2005) responded with 21 points and 6 rebounds and center Ahmet Aydin (205-2007) scored 17 points and 9 rebounds. Bahcesehir’s coach Guray Guven tested ten players, but that didn’t help to avoid defeat in this game. Ozel Gelisim Koleji have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Anadolu Efes and Gaziantep. Loser Bahcesehir dropped to the eighth position with two games lost. They share it with Galatasaray. Gelisim Koleji will meet Merkezefendi (#18) in the next round which should be an easy win for them. Bahcesehir will have a break next round.
Top scorers:
Gelisim Koleji: M.Yilmaz 21+5reb+1ast, C.Tuna 15+6reb+4ast, Y.Celik 12+3reb+2ast, B.Aykutlu 12+3reb+3ast, Y.Bayer 9+3reb+4ast, U.Yildiz 6+7reb
Bahcesehir: C.Isidan 21+6reb+3ast, A.Aydin 17+9reb, M.Oren 9+2reb+2ast, Y.Kara 9+12reb+3ast, Y.Aktas 6+3reb, C.Sozer 3+4reb

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Besiktas – Merkezefendi 92-46

Bottom-ranked Merkezefendi (0-3) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 92-46 loss to eighth ranked Besiktas (2-1) in Istanbul. They held Merkezefendi to an opponent 23.4 percent shooting from the field compared to 46.7 percent accuracy of the winners. Besiktas forced 23 Merkezefendi turnovers and outrebounded them 52-34 including a 29-18 advantage in defensive rebounds. Besiktas players were unselfish on offense dishing 33 assists comparing to just 9 passes made by Merkezefendi‘s players. They brought some defensive toughness making 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of center Eren Karakaya (207-2006) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 21 points, 12 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals (on 8-of-10 shooting from the field). Yusuf Barutcu (-2007) contributed with 12 points and 4 assists for the winners. Teoman Kula (-2007) replied with 18 points and Timur Karaagac (-2007) added 7 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Merkezefendi. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Besiktas moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Aliaga Petkim. Merkezefendi at the other side still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with MST and Yalova. Besiktas’ supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Istanbul.
Top scorers:
Besiktas: E.Karakaya 21+12reb+4ast, A.Gulecyildiz 14+3reb+1ast, Y.Barutcu 12+3reb+4ast, B.Cecen 8+2reb+4ast, M.Gocer 7+3reb, Y.Toka 7+4reb+1ast
Merkezefendi: T.Kula 18+2reb, T.Karaagac 7+6reb+2ast, E.Bolukbasi 5+3reb+1ast, E.Ercan 4+5reb, E.Ogunc 4+6reb, D.Demirkonak 3+2reb+1ast

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Galatasaray – Izmir 75-53

There was a surprise result in Istanbul where sixteenth ranked Galatasaray (2-2) smashed higher ranked Izmir (1-2) 75-53 on Monday. Galatasaray dominated down low during the game scoring 44 of its points in the paint compared to Izmir‘s 24. They outrebounded Izmir 53-34 including a 33-21 advantage in defensive rebounds. Worth to mention a great performance of forward Efe Vatan (207-2004) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 8 rebounds and Tuna Ocal (-2006) who added 13 points and 9 rebounds during the contest. Four Galatasaray players scored in double figures. Galatasaray’s coach Tolga Baser felt very confident that he used 10 players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. At the losing side point guard Berkay Atalay (180-2004) responded with 14 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 steals and Deniz Savut (-2006) scored 15 points and 7 rebounds. Galatasaray moved-up to eighth place, which they share with Bahcesehir. Newly promoted Izmir keeps the tenth position with two games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Galatasaray will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Izmir will play against Bursaspor (#11) and it may be a tough game between close rivals.
Top scorers:
Galatasaray: E.Vatan 16+8reb+2ast, T.Ocal 13+9reb+2ast, S.Yaman 12+7reb+1ast, B.Anlar 10+6reb+3ast, A.Yildirim 9+6reb+7ast, A.Duruksu 6+9reb
Izmir: D.Savut 15+7reb+2ast, B.Atalay 14+9reb+4ast, M.Acar 12+1reb+4ast, V.Oner 5+2reb, A.Bayramlar 3+6reb+3ast, K.Besok 2+5reb

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Anadolu Efes – Bursaspor 82-66

Very expected game in Istanbul where 10th ranked Bursaspor (1-2) was defeated by top-ranked Anadolu Efes (3-0) 82-66 on Monday. Anadolu Efes forced 20 Bursaspor turnovers. They looked well-organized offensively handing out 22 assists. Great defensive blocking was one of the keys in this match when Anadolu Efes made 7 blocks. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Kaan Onat (195-2007) who helped to win the game recording 22 points, 5 rebounds, 7 assists and 5 steals and center Salih Altuntas (208-2006) who added 14 points and 8 rebounds (on 7-of-9 shooting from the field) during the contest. Four Anadolu Efes players scored in double figures. At the losing side Berkan Baykurt (-2006) responded with 20 points and 5 assists and Mete Pacaci (191-2007) scored 12 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Anadolu Efes have a solid three-game winning streak. Defending champion moved-up to second place, which they share with Gelisim Koleji and Gaziantep. Loser Bursaspor keeps the tenth position with two games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Anadolu Efes’ supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Istanbul to the arena Darussafaka.
Top scorers:
Anadolu Efes: K.Onat 22+5reb+7ast, S.Altuntas 14+8reb+3ast, M.Kara 12+7reb+2ast, E.Paltaci 10+2reb+3ast, D.Kocaman 7+3reb+1ast, D.Karutasu 6+1reb+2ast
Bursaspor: B.Baykurt 20+4reb+5ast, A.Canli 15+4reb+1ast, M.Pacaci 12+7reb+4ast, U.Cardak 6+3reb+1ast, O.Nurveren 4+2reb+1ast, E.Erzine 3+3reb+1ast

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Tofas – Manisa 83-73

Rather predictable result in Bursa where seventh ranked Tofas (3-1) beat 11th ranked Manisa Izmir (1-2) 83-73 on Monday. Tofas looked well-organized offensively handing out 21 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Efe Postel (189-2006) who helped to win the game recording 32 points and 7 assists and center Emir Turkoglu (205-2006) who added 11 points and 15 rebounds during the contest. At the losing side guard Batu Eryurtlu (195-2006) responded with 22 points and 5 rebounds and center Mustafa Yerkazanoglu (205-2004) scored 16 points and 8 rebounds. Tofas moved-up to fifth place. Loser Manisa Izmir dropped to the tenth position with two games lost. They share it with 7 other teams. Tofas will have a break next round, and it should allow them to practice more before next game. Manisa will play against MST (#19) in Tarsus and hope to win that game.
Top scorers:
Tofas: E.Postel 32+2reb+7ast, E.Akman 17+3reb+3ast, E.Turkoglu 11+15reb+3ast, A.Gonul 9+6reb, K.Yaldiz 8+1reb+1ast, E.Serbest 2+9reb
Manisa: B.Eryurtlu 22+5reb+1ast, M.Yerkazanoglu 16+8reb+1ast, A.Celik 9+5reb+4ast, A.Atak 9+7reb+2ast, M.Gulakman 8+4reb+5ast, T.Sen 7+6reb

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Gaziantep – MST 95-77

Bottom-ranked MSK (0-3) tried to put together a comeback for its first victory of the season, but they fell short in the 95-77 loss to top-ranked Gaziantep (3-0) in Gaziantep on Monday evening. But it was rather predictable considering how strong their opponent was. They outrebounded MST 57-41 including a 22-11 advantage in offensive rebounds. Gaziantep looked well-organized offensively handing out 27 assists. Worth to mention a great performance of power forward Arda Birkeser (200-2005, agency: Octagon Europe) who helped to win the game recording a double-double by scoring 36 points (!!!) and 15 rebounds and guard Ibrahim Yilmaz (192-2005) who added 24 points and 11 assists during the contest. At the losing side Anil Alyanak (204-2008) responded with 9 points and 19 rebounds and Emir Demir (-2005) scored 23 points. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Gaziantep have a solid three-game winning streak. They moved-up to second place, which they share with Anadolu Efes and Gelisim Koleji. Loser MSK still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with Merkezefendi and Yalova. Gaziantep will meet Buyukcekmece (#15) on the road in the next round which should be an easy win for them. MST will play against Manisa and hopes to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Gaziantep: A.Birkeser 36+15reb+2ast, I.Yilmaz 24+4reb+11ast, T.Ekmekcioglu 9+8reb+6ast, M.Sahin 9+2reb+1ast, Y.Saricaoglu 6+7reb, A.Arnavut 4+5reb
MST: E.Demir 23+4reb+1ast, A.Hidiroglu 17+2reb+5ast, R.Oralkan 11+3reb+2ast, M.Uyan 9+7reb, A.Alyanak 9+19reb+3ast, T.Seyhan 6+6ast

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Fenerbahce – Karsiyaka 91-84

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Aliaga Petkim – Yalova 87-67

Not a big story in a game in Izmir where bottom-ranked Yalova (0-3) was outplayed by eighth ranked Petkim Spor (2-1) 87-67 on Monday. Aliaga Petkim made 24-of-25 free shots (96.0 percent) during the game, while Yalova only scored eight points from the stripe. They outrebounded Yalova 42-25 including 28 on the defensive glass. Worth to mention a great performance of point guard Huseyin Sevig (201-2005) who helped to win the game recording 16 points and 8 rebounds (made all of his eight free throws) and forward Yigit Kaba (202-2006) who added 15 points and 8 rebounds during the contest. Four Petkim Spor players scored in double figures. At the losing side forward Evren Demirci (203-2005) responded with 15 points and 8 rebounds and Omer Hamzaoglu scored 18 points and 5 assists. Both coaches tested many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Aliaga Petkim moved-up to sixth place, which they share with Besiktas. Loser Yalova still closes the standings with three games lost. They share the position with MST and Merkezefendi. Aliaga Petkim will meet Turk Telekom (#17) in the next round which should be another easy win for them. Yalova will play against Karsiyaka and looks forward to get finally their first victory.
Top scorers:
Aliaga Petkim: H.Sevig 16+8reb+2ast, Y.Kaba 15+8reb+1ast, K.Soyucayli 12+2reb+3ast, A.Sola 10+2reb+4ast, E.Yilmaz 9+10reb+2ast, S.Pulat 8+4reb+1ast
Yalova: O.Hamzaoglu 18+5ast, E.Demirci 15+8reb+1ast, R.Ugur 11+4reb+2ast, M.Akdeniz 6+3reb+1ast, S.Cinar 4+3reb+2ast, A.Acar 4+2reb+4ast