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In the 2025 FIBA European Basketball Championship, the Türkiye National Men’s Basketball Team achieved a significant success by winning all five of their matches in Group A. Hosting the group stage in its capital Riga, Latvia, Türkiye defeated Latvia, the Czech Republic, Portugal, Estonia, and finally Serbia, advancing to the round of 16 undefeated. The national team successfully completed its campaign for top spot in the group to secure a favorable matchup in the knockout phase. The group stage results reflected a combination of the coaching staff’s planning and the players’ individual performances, demonstrating the impact of the team’s preparation and cohesion within the tournament structure.
In their opening match of the tournament, Türkiye faced host nation Latvia. From the outset, the national team established an offensive rhythm and capitalized effectively on inside scoring to build a lead. Türkiye took the lead by the end of the first quarter and strengthened its defensive resistance against Latvia’s perimeter shooting in the second period. By the third quarter, the gap had reached double digits, and Türkiye dominated the final period to secure a 93-73 victory. Cedi Osman and Shane Larkin delivered standout scoring performances, while Alperen Şengün demonstrated his dominance in the paint through rebounding contributions.
Türkiye vs Latvia Match (AA)
In their second group game, Türkiye faced the Czech Republic. Both teams played cautiously in the opening minutes, limiting turnovers on offense. Türkiye began to create separation by increasing the pace starting in the second quarter. The offensive chemistry between Alperen Şengün and Shane Larkin led to fast breaks, allowing Türkiye to close the half ahead. Although the Czech Republic occasionally narrowed the gap in the third quarter, Türkiye maintained control of the scoreboard. In the final period, Furkan Korkmaz’s three-pointers and Şehmus Hazer’s defensive efforts helped Türkiye preserve the lead and win 92-78.
Türkiye vs Czech Republic Match (AA)
In the third group match, Türkiye established a clear advantage over Portugal. From the start, the national team applied aggressive defensive pressure, preventing Portugal from establishing its offensive rhythm. By the end of the first quarter, Türkiye had built a double-digit lead, which widened further in the second period. Particularly in the second half, Türkiye displayed exceptional discipline on both ends of the court. Ercan Osmani and Sertaç Şanlı delivered strong performances in the paint. Türkiye won the match 95-54, securing one of the most decisive victories in the group. Nearly all players contributed to the scoring, and the rotation was utilized extensively.
Türkiye vs Portugal Match (AA)
In the fourth match, Türkiye faced Estonia. The contest began evenly, with Estonia staying competitive early through perimeter shooting. Türkiye, however, took the lead through rebounding superiority and effective inside play. Although the gap narrowed slightly by halftime, Türkiye took control of the tempo from the third quarter onward. The playmaking of Shane Larkin, Alperen Şengün’s impact inside, and Cedi Osman’s fast breaks helped extend the lead. In the final period, players from the rotation also contributed, and Türkiye secured its fourth win with an 84-64 victory.
Türkiye vs Estonia Match (AA)
In the final and most critical group match, Türkiye faced Serbia, a team known for its strong roster. In the opening minutes, Serbia controlled the tempo and took an 11-8 lead. However, Türkiye responded with an 11-0 run fueled by Alperen Şengün’s scoring and assists to take the lead. The first quarter ended 19-18 in Türkiye’s favor. In the second quarter, both teams shot efficiently from beyond the arc, and Serbia entered halftime ahead 49-46. The third quarter was evenly contested, but Türkiye regained the lead through Cedi Osman’s three-pointers and Larkin’s leadership. Entering the final quarter ahead 74-73, the national team made critical defensive stops in the closing minutes to preserve the advantage and win 95-90. Alperen Şengün led all players with 28 points, 13 rebounds, and 8 assists, earning him the game’s most valuable player honors, while Larkin added 23 points and 9 assists. With this victory, Türkiye finished Group A undefeated at the top of the standings.
Türkiye vs Serbia Match (AA)
Individual performances were decisive in the victory over Serbia. Alperen Şengün finished the game with 28 points, 13 rebounds, and 8 assists, making him the standout player. Shane Larkin contributed 23 points and 9 assists, directing the team’s offensive flow. Cedi Osman added 16 points. These three players combined for 67 points, accounting for the majority of the team’s scoring. Other players also played vital roles through defensive efforts and rebounding contributions.
Türkiye won all of its matches in Group A, securing an impressive streak. The campaign began with a 93-73 win over Latvia, followed by a 92-78 victory against the Czech Republic. In the third match, Portugal was defeated 95-54, and Estonia was beaten 84-64 in the fourth. Finally, Türkiye secured a 95-90 win over Serbia. This performance demonstrated the team’s balanced play on both offense and defense. Notably, multiple players contributed to scoring on offense, while targeted defensive pressure in key moments stood out.
Having finished first in Group A, Türkiye was drawn against Sweden, which finished fourth in Group B. The match is scheduled for Saturday, 6 September at 12:00 TRT at Arena Riga. Sweden won only one game in the group stage, against Great Britain, and lost to Germany, Lithuania, Montenegro, and Finland. However, due to a three-way tiebreaker, Sweden advanced to the round of 16 for the first time in its history. If Türkiye wins this match, it will face the winner of the match between the second-place team from Group D and the third-place team from Group C in the quarterfinals. Possible opponents include France, Israel, Poland, Slovenia, Greece, Italy, and Spain.
The head coach of the Türkiye National Men’s Basketball Team is Ergin Ataman. The tournament roster consists of twelve players: Alperen Şengün, Cedi Osman, Shane Larkin, Ercan Osmani, Kenan Sipahi, Furkan Korkmaz, Ömer Faruk Yurtseven, Sertaç Şanlı, Adem Bona, Şehmus Hazer, Erkan Yılmaz, and Onuralp Bitim. The roster includes players who compete in the NBA as well as experienced athletes from European leagues. This mix enhances the team’s rotational depth and tactical flexibility during games.
Türkiye Basketball Federation President Hidayet Türkoğlu attended the group stage matches in Riga. In his evaluation, he expressed satisfaction with the team’s positive energy and unity among players. Türkoğlu stated, “We have secured a top-two finish in the group, but our work is not over. We cannot speak of success until we reach the top eight.” He emphasized that the team has not yet achieved its target and highlighted the quarterfinals as a true benchmark for the tournament.
TBF President Hidayet Türkoğlu (AA)
In his post-match press conference following the Serbia game, Head Coach Ergin Ataman stated that the match was played at a very high level. He emphasized that the defensive efforts in the closing moments of the game were decisive in securing the win and expressed satisfaction with the players’ performances. Ataman also noted that the team came to the tournament with medal ambitions but focused on taking each game step by step. He highlighted the importance of tactical planning and the disciplined execution displayed by the players on the court.
Head Coach Ergin Ataman (AA)
The Türkiye National Men’s Basketball Team faced Sweden in the round of 16 of the 2025 FIBA European Basketball Championship. Türkiye won the match in Riga 85-79 to advance to the quarterfinals. It was announced that Türkiye’s quarterfinal opponent will be the winner of the match between Poland and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
In the first half, Sweden held the advantage, leading 23-20 after the first quarter and 42-37 at halftime. In the third quarter, Türkiye tightened its defense and took the lead with a basket by Ercan Osmani, going ahead 46-44 and extending the gap to double digits. Sweden regained balance in the final quarter, tying the score at 69-69 in the 34th minute. In the closing minutes, critical baskets by Alperen Şengün and Cedi Osman allowed Türkiye to maintain its lead and win 85-79.
In the match, Alperen Şengün scored 24 points and grabbed 16 rebounds, Cedi Osman added 17 points, and Ercan Osmani contributed 14 points and 9 rebounds, emerging as the standout performers. For Sweden, Hakanson scored 16 points, while Larsson and Gaddefors each scored 15.
The match was observed from the sidelines by Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak, who stated after the match that the national team achieved victory through its experience. Hidayet Türkoğlu, President of the Turkish Basketball Federation, emphasized the value of qualifying for the quarterfinals and highlighted the team’s determination. Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz and Presidential Communications Director Burhanettin Duran congratulated both the men’s basketball team and the women’s volleyball team through social media posts.
In the quarterfinal match of the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket, the Turkish National Basketball Team secured a 91-77 victory over Poland, qualifying for the semifinals. This result marks only the second time in Türkiye’s tournament history that it has advanced to the final four. The game was played at the Arena Riga in Riga, with referees Ademir Zurapovic from Bosnia and Herzegovina, Takaki Kato from Japan, and Martin Horozov from Bulgaria officiating. Numerous political and sports officials, including Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak, watched the match live.
Türkiye vs Poland Match (AA)
In the first quarter, the Turkish National Team balanced Poland’s three-point shooting with strong interior scoring. The period ended in a 19-19 tie. In the second quarter, Türkiye took control of the game, receiving scoring contributions from five different players and extending its lead into double digits by the 17th minute. Alperen Şengün, who failed to score in the first quarter, contributed 10 points in this period. Türkiye ended the first half leading 46-32.
In the third quarter, the Turkish team extended its lead to 21 points through accurate outside shooting and finished the period ahead 65-50 despite Poland’s efforts to close the gap. In the final quarter, Türkiye continued scoring through Larkin but could not prevent Poland from reducing the deficit to eight points by the 37th minute. However, crucial three-pointers by Şehmus Hazer, Ercan Osmani, and Kenan Sipahi in the closing moments sealed the victory at 91-77 in favor of Türkiye.
Türkiye vs Poland Match (AA)
Alperen Şengün became the fifth player in EuroBasket history to record a triple-double. The national team player finished the game with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists, joining Toni Kukoc (1995), Rareş Mandache (2017), Mateusz Ponitka (2022), and Luka Dončić (2025) in achieving this milestone. He also became the youngest player ever to accomplish this feat in the tournament’s history.
Türkiye vs Poland Match (AA)
Among the players who fouled out, Balcerowski (Poland) and Ercan Osmani (Türkiye) both reached their fifth foul in the 38th minute.
Türkiye finished Group A with a perfect 5-0 record and advanced to the quarterfinals by defeating Sweden in the Round of 16. The victory over Poland marked Türkiye’s return to the semifinals after a 24-year gap. Previously, Türkiye reached the semifinals as host nation at EuroBasket 2001, where it finished second after losing to Yugoslavia 78-69 in the final.
With seven consecutive wins at EuroBasket 2025, Türkiye matched its longest winning streak since the 1957 European Championship. That year, Türkiye finished ninth, making this current streak its first since 68 years ago.
In the 26th minute, Cedi Osman received a blow to the ankle during a physical duel with Poland’s Mateusz Ponitka and was helped off the court by medical staff. As a precaution, he remained on the bench but returned to play in the 35th minute.
The match was attended by numerous officials, including Minister of Youth and Sports Osman Aşkın Bak, Members of Parliament Mehmet Muharrem Kasapoğlu (İzmir), Mustafa Varank (Bursa), Ünal Karaman (Konya), and Fatih Dönmez (Eskişehir), Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Hamza Yerlikaya, Türkiye’s Ambassador to Riga Şule Öztunç, President of the Turkish Basketball Federation Hidayet Türkoğlu, and General Manager of Anadolu Agency Serdar Karagöz.
The Turkish National Basketball Team will face the winner of the Lithuania vs Greece matchup in the semifinals on Friday, 12 September 2025.
In the semifinal of the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket, Türkiye and Greece faced off at the Arena Riga in Riga, the capital of Latvia. The two nations, meeting for the 67th time in history, brought their longstanding rivalry to the semifinal stage. The match took place on 12 September 2025, with the Turkish national team defeating their opponents 94-68 to advance to the final.
Türkiye vs Greece Match (AA)
Before the match, it was announced that Türkiye would not alter its strategic approach. Head coach Ergin Ataman emphasized that Greece possessed experienced players and a star in Giannis Antetokounmpo, but stressed that his team would not compromise its own playing style. He highlighted Alperen Şengün’s dominance in the paint and stated that limiting Giannis’s impact was achievable through disciplined team defense.
The uncertainty surrounding Cedi Osman’s injury created doubt about his availability. His participation was confirmed only at tip-off. Furkan Korkmaz, meanwhile, stated that adherence to the game plan would give Türkiye a strong chance of reaching the final.
Türkiye had won 25 of the previous 66 meetings against Greece. This semifinal encounter marked the 67th clash between the two teams in their historic rivalry.
The match began with strong defensive pressure from Türkiye. They opened with a 7-0 run in the first two minutes. Although Greece attempted to stay in the game through Dorsey’s three-pointers, Türkiye extended their lead with Ercan Osmani’s accurate three-point shooting and dominance in the paint. Osmani made four three-pointers in the first quarter alone, scoring 14 points. His performance quickly propelled Türkiye ahead, with the lead reaching double digits by the 8th minute: 22-10. The first quarter ended 26-16 in Türkiye’s favor.
At the start of the second quarter, Greece tried to regain momentum. However, Türkiye’s defensive intensity and rapid transition offense widened the gap further. Greece committed consecutive turnovers, which Türkiye converted into points both in the paint and from beyond the arc. By the 18th minute, the score stood at 45-24, a 21-point lead. Türkiye maintained their dominance in the closing minutes of the half and entered halftime leading 49-31.
Türkiye vs Greece Match (AA)
Türkiye continued their fast start in the second half. Alperen Şengün contributed both offensively in the paint and with assists to his teammates. By the 26th minute, the lead had grown to 26 points: 64-38. Greece managed to reduce the deficit slightly through Sloukas’s scoring. By the end of the quarter, Greece had narrowed the gap to 21 points. The third quarter ended 72-51 in Türkiye’s favor.
In the final quarter, Türkiye controlled the game almost entirely. The team maintained their scoring advantage and kept a steady pace, receiving contributions from multiple players. Bench players Furkan Korkmaz and Onuralp Bitim provided key baskets that preserved the lead. On the Greek side, the Antetokounmpo brothers each accumulated five personal fouls and were forced to sit out the final minutes. The lead surpassed 25 points, and Türkiye secured the victory 94-68 to advance to the final.
Türkiye vs Greece Match (AA)
In Greece, Sloukas was the top scorer with 15 points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded 12 points, 12 rebounds, and 5 assists. However, Greece’s 22 turnovers proved to be the primary reason for their defeat.
With this victory, Türkiye reached the final of EuroBasket for the second time in history. The national team, which previously reached the final in 2001 as hosts, earned the right to compete for the championship again after a 24-year gap. Türkiye’s opponent in the final was Germany, who defeated Finland 98-86.
The match was watched not only in Riga but also on large screens across numerous cities in Türkiye. In Çankırı, thousands gathered at Devlet Bahçeli Park to watch the game on a giant screen, chanting the Turkish National Anthem in support of the national team.
In the 2025 FIBA European Basketball Championship (EuroBasket 2025), Türkiye finished Group A undefeated and advanced to the final by defeating Sweden in the round of 16, Poland in the quarterfinals, and Greece in the semifinals. Their opponent in the final was Germany, the 2023 World Cup champions. The match was played behind closed doors at Arena Riga in Riga, the capital of Latvia, and was attended by approximately 11,000 spectators.
Türkiye vs Germany Match (Anadolu Ajansı)
The match was a high-tempo contest marked by frequent lead changes. There were 15 lead changes and 11 ties throughout the game. Türkiye started strongly with effective three-point shooting and built a double-digit advantage in the early minutes. Germany, however, stayed in the game during the second half with crucial three-pointers and rebounds.
Türkiye began the match with a strong offensive start and extended their lead to 13-2 by the 3rd minute through accurate outside shooting. However, Germany responded with points from Bonga and Wagner and took the lead at 19-16 by the 7th minute, closing the first quarter ahead 24-22.
In the second quarter, Türkiye struggled on defensive rebounds, while Germany, guided by Lo’s playmaking, extended their advantage. In response, the national team mounted an 8-0 run to take the lead. With a strong performance from Alperen Şengün, Türkiye ended the half ahead 46-40.
In the third quarter, both teams scored effectively from beyond the three-point line and near the basket. Türkiye finished the quarter leading 67-66.
In the final quarter, Türkiye briefly built a six-point lead, but Germany remained in contention thanks to critical three-pointers from Isaac Bonga. At the 37th minute, Germany took the lead at 77-76. Germany held on to their advantage in the closing moments with key baskets from Dennis Schröder and won the match 88-83 to claim the championship.
In Türkiye, Alperen Şengün led the team with 28 points. Cedi Osman scored 23 points and Shane Larkin added 13 points. For Germany, Isaac Bonga top-scored with 20 points, while Dennis Schröder contributed 16 points and played a decisive role in the victory with crucial baskets in the final minutes.
Türkiye vs Germany Match (Anadolu Ajansı)
Türkiye became European runners-up for the second time in their history, after 2001. Despite losing the final, the undefeated national team secured the silver medal. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan congratulated the senior national team and celebrated their achievement. Germany won their second European title since 1993.
The Türkiye national men’s basketball team completed the group stage of the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket undefeated as group leaders by winning all five of their matches in Group A. In their opening group game, they delivered a dominant performance against host nation Latvia, winning 93-73. They then took control for most of the game against the Czech Republic and secured their second victory with a 92-78 scoreline. In their third match, Türkiye defeated Portugal 95-54, demonstrating clear superiority on both offense and defense. Against Estonia, the match started evenly but turned in Türkiye’s favor in the second half, ending 84-64. In their final group game, Türkiye faced strong opposition from Serbia in a contest where the lead changed hands frequently, ultimately winning 95-90. With this victory, Türkiye finished the group stage with a perfect 5-0 record and advanced to the round of 16, where they were matched against Sweden, the fourth-place team from Group B. Türkiye defeated Sweden 85-79 to qualify for the quarterfinals. In the quarterfinals of the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket, Türkiye defeated Poland 91-77, advancing to the semifinals for the second time in 24 years. In the match held at Arena Riga, the first quarter ended tied at 19-19. Türkiye then pulled away in the second quarter, closing the half with a 46-32 lead. In the third quarter, the national team extended their advantage to 21 points and maintained it despite Poland’s efforts in the final period. Alperen Şengün, who recorded 19 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists in the game, became the youngest player in EuroBasket history to achieve a triple-double. Türkiye faced the winner of the Lithuania-Greece matchup in the semifinals. Cedi Osman suffered an ankle injury during the game but returned to play. This win marked Türkiye’s seventh consecutive victory in the tournament.
In the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket semifinals, Türkiye faced Greece at Riga Arena. Türkiye began the game with strong defense and opened a lead early through effective three-point shooting by Ercan Osmani. The first quarter ended 26-16 in Türkiye’s favor, and the halftime score was 49-31. In the third quarter, thanks to contributions from Alperen Şengün, the lead grew to 26 points, and in the final quarter, the national team maintained control, winning 94-68.
Ercan Osmani set a career-high with 28 points, while Alperen Şengün contributed 15 points, 12 rebounds and 6 assists. Cedi Osman scored 17 points and Shane Larkin added 14. For Greece, Sloukas scored 15 points and Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 12. Türkiye advanced to the final for the second time in 24 years, where they would face Germany.
In the final, Türkiye lost to Germany 83-88 and won the silver medal as European runners-up. With this result, Türkiye secured its second European championship silver medal since 2001.
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Group Matches
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Overall Group Stage Performance
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Round of 16 Matchup and Tournament Schedule
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Coaching Staff and Roster Structure
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Statements from TBF President Hidayet Türkoğlu
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Head Coach Ergin Ataman’s Assessment
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Round of 16 – Türkiye 85-79 Sweden
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Quarterfinal - Türkiye 91-77 Poland
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Semifinal – Türkiye 94-68 Greece
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Final - Türkiye 83-88 Germany