In the 22nd week of the Turkish Basketball Super League, Anadolu Efes defeated TOFAŞ 95-93 on the road.
The match began with baskets from both teams. When TOFAŞ could not stop a basket by Anadolu Efes's Ercan Osmani, the score was tied at the 4th minute (12-12). Increasing their defensive intensity and playing aggressively on offense, Anadolu Efes closed the first quarter ahead 17-23 with points and assists from Rıdvan Öncel.
Starting the second period quickly, Anadolu Efes extended the lead to 19 points in the 15th minute with a 3-pointer from Willis: 24-43. As the quarter continued with more controlled play from both teams and mutual baskets, Anadolu Efes went into the locker room leading 51-40.
Starting the third period better, TOFAŞ took the lead in the 27th minute with 2 free throws from Winston: 58-57. TOFAŞ played better in the remaining minutes of the quarter, which featured tough defense as both teams tried to gain the advantage, and entered the final period ahead 71-67 following a 3-pointer from Sakic.
TOFAŞ began the final period with a 3-pointer from Winston. In the match where TOFAŞ had been leading, the visiting team found points with Beaubois in the final minutes to tie the score: 88-88. Unable to stop points from Beaubois, Bryant, and Erkan Yılmaz, TOFAŞ left the court defeated 93-95.
With this result, Anadolu Efes secured its 19th victory in its 22nd match. Tofaş now has 9 wins in the league.
News Source: 12punto
