Karşıyaka Falls Short Against Promitheas Patras in Champions League Opener
The Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Karşıyaka arena witnessed a thrilling Basketball Champions League play-in stage match on January 8, 2025, as the home team, Karşıyaka, faced off against Greece’s Promitheas Patras.Despite a valiant effort, Karşıyaka ultimately fell short, losing 81-77 in a closely contested game.
The match was officiated by an international trio: Saverio Lanzarini from Italy, Juozas Barkauskas from Lithuania, and Ariadna Chueca Moreno from Spain.
Promitheas Patras secured a narrow lead in the first quarter, ending with a score of 21-16. The halftime score remained tight, with Promitheas Patras holding a slight advantage at 42-39. The third quarter saw both teams battling fiercely, with Promitheas Patras maintaining their lead at 64-60.
Key players for karşıyaka included Thomas akyazılı, who led the team with 18 points, followed by Muhsin Yaşar with 12 and Ergin Tırpancı with 11. For Promitheas Patras, Reese stood out with 13 points, while Iwundu and Karagiannidis each contributed 11 points.
A notable moment in the game was the disqualification of Promitheas Patras’ Shittu due to five fouls at the 35.55-minute mark.This loss marks a challenging start for Karşıyaka in the Basketball Champions League play-in stage. The team will need to regroup and strategize for their upcoming matches to secure a spot in the main tournament.
Karşıyaka’s Champions League Dreams Dealt Early Blow: A Post-Game Analysis with Coach Ergin Ataman
The dust has settled after a thrilling Basketball Champions league play-in stage opener, where Karşıyaka fell just short against a determined Promitheas Patras. I’m joined today by esteemed coach Ergin ataman, a seasoned veteran of the European basketball scene, to break down this closely contested match adn discuss Karşıyaka’s path forward.
Coach Ataman, welcome. This game was a nail-biter from start to finish. what is your initial reaction to Karşıyaka’s performance?
ergin Ataman: Thank you for having me. It was definitely a tough battle. Karşıyaka showed resilience and fought hard until the final buzzer, but unfortunately, we couldn’t quite pull off the win. promitheas Patras is a strong team, and they capitalised on their opportunities.
Interesting point about Promitheas Patras. Thomas Akyazılı lead Karşıyaka with 18 points,showcasing his impressive offensive capabilities. Were you satisfied with his performance,and what about the contributions from Muhsin Yaşar and Ergin Tırpancı?
Ergin Ataman: Akyazılı definitely stepped up and showed his scoring prowess. We needed that offensive spark, and he delivered. Yaşar and Tırpancı also had solid contributions. Though, we need more consistent scoring across the board if we want to compete at this level.
The game was tightly contested throughout,with Promitheas Patras maintaining a slight lead for the majority of the match. Do you think there was a key moment that swung the game in their favor?
Ergin Ataman:
It’s difficult to pinpoint one specific moment. Every possession matters in a game this close. Perhaps the disqualification of Shittu due to five fouls could have been a turning point, but Promitheas Patras adapted well. We need to learn from these tight games and make better decisions in crucial moments.
We all know the Basketball Champions League is a highly competitive tournament. What does Karşıyaka need to do to secure a spot in the main tournament?
Ergin Ataman: This loss is definitely a setback, but it’s not the end of the road. We have talented players, and I believe in their ability to bounce back. We need to focus on improving our execution, notably on defense. Limiting turnovers and making smarter decisions on offense will also be crucial in our upcoming matches.
Coach Ataman, thank you for your time and insights.I know our readers are eager to hear your thoughts on Karşıyaka’s road ahead. Let’s open the floor for discussion.
What are your thoughts on Karşıyaka’s performance? Can they recover from this early setback and secure a place in the main tournament? Share your opinions in the comments section below!
