Zalgiris Kaunas defeats Fenerbahçe in an exciting match at the Ulker Sports Arena, leaving the home team empty-handed and reigniting the fight for the top spot.
The Showdown in Istanbul
Zalgiris Kaunas caused an upset by beating Fenerbahçe in a thrilling clash at the Ulker Sports Arena. The Lithuanian team emerged victorious with a final score of 92-82, handing the reigning champions a tough loss.
Standout Performances
Dustin Sleva led Zalgiris with 18 points and seven rebounds, followed by Arnas Butkevičius with 13 points and eight rebounds. Sylvain Francisco shone with 14 points and eight assists, while Nigel Williams-Goss and Moses Wright contributed 13 and 10 points respectively.
Exciting Finish
The final minutes of the game were intense, with the score tied at 78-78. Zalgiris managed a crucial 5-0 run, including a decisive three-pointer by Sleva, to extend the lead to 90-82 and secure the victory against Fenerbahçe.
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