Ataman: “Those who do not have a winning mentality will not be able to wear Anadolu Efes jersey”

Anadolu Efes and Pınar Karşıyaka shared their trump card in the 9th week of the Turkish Insurance Basketball Super League. Anadolu Efes, the champion of the last 2 years in Euroleague and winning 3 games in a row, lost to Pınar Karşıyaka 112-111 in a breathtaking match that went to two overtimes.

MOMENTS FROM THE MATCH

Pınar Karşıyaka was ahead 30-27 in the first period of the match played at Sinan Erdem Sports Hall, and ahead 46-42 in the first half. The regular time of the match ended 90-90, and the first overtime period ended 99-99. Pınar Karşıyaka, who drew a better image in the 2nd overtime period, won the park 112-111.

MICIC STARTED

Vasilije Micic was the top scorer of the game with 37 points for the home team, while Will Clyburn had 24 points. Braian Angola scored 31 points and Errick McCollum had a big share in the victory in Pınar Karşıyaka with 29 points.

EVALUATED THE ENCOUNTER

Evaluating the match according to the statements on Anadolu Efes’ website, Head Coach Ergin Ataman said, “It was a very enjoyable game to watch. In the match where Pınar Karşıyaka received 49 rebounds, our two centers came out with a defensive rebound, and Rodrigue Beaubois was dropped from the game. Despite the much appreciated efforts of Clyburn and Vasilije Micić, we lost the game because we couldn’t get support from the bench.” said.

STUNNING WORDS

The experienced coach, who also used remarkable expressions in his statements, said, “After Euroleague matches, where some of our players made great efforts, we did not receive any positive contribution from our other players. Since we see that these players do not intend to work extra for their development, we will take different measures on our agenda. These club winners, to win. The club of those who give their all. We will continue to win, but those who do not have this mentality will no longer be able to wear the Anadolu Efes jersey.” uttered his words.