12 Giant Men go 7 for 7
The Turkish Men's National Basketball Team defeated Lithuania 94-66 in their first match of the 2027 World Cup Qualifiers second round. Having won all 7 matches played in the qualifiers, the 12 Giant Men maintained their undefeated streak.
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Starting the match played at the Turkcell Basketball Development Center quickly, Turkey finished the first quarter leading 27-13.
Maintaining their dominance in the second quarter, the national team headed to the locker room with a 55-34 advantage.
Widening the gap further in the third quarter, Turkey entered the final period with a 75-47 lead.
The national team won the match 94-66, starting the second round with a victory.
Having won all 6 of their matches in the first round of the qualifiers, Turkey extended their streak to 7 matches with the victory over Lithuania.
The 12 Giant Men will face Iceland in their second match of the second round on Monday, August 31.