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Osmani Leads Turkey to EuroBasket Final After 24 Years
It’s truly something special to witness a team reach such a significant milestone, isn't it? After a long wait, our national basketball team has made it to the EuroBasket 2025 final, and the entire country is buzzing with excitement. As reported by Milliyet, this is the first time in 24 years they've reached this stage, a journey that's been filled with nail-biting games and incredible performances.
Just thinking about the semi-final against Greece sends shivers down my spine. The team absolutely dominated from the start, and it was fantastic to see players like Ercan Osmani really step up. Milliyet highlighted his impressive four three-pointers and 14 points in the first quarter alone, setting a strong tone. He went on to score 28 points overall, a truly stellar contribution, alongside strong showings from Cedi Osman and Alperen Şengün. It’s this kind of collective effort, this ability for players to seize the moment, that makes you proud to cheer them on.
Coach Ergin Ataman spoke about the team's confidence and their preparation, emphasizing that they've worked hard and are ready to face any challenge. He mentioned similarities with Greece, particularly noting the presence of NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo, but also expressed confidence in their own strengths, especially inside the paint. The thought of Alperen Şengün going head-to-head in the post is certainly exciting.
The road to the final hasn't been easy, with tough matchups against Sweden and Poland. But they've navigated each hurdle with determination. Now, they stand on the brink of glory, facing another undefeated team, Germany. The anticipation for this final on Sunday is immense. You can feel the collective hope and pride swelling across the nation. It makes you wonder, what will it take for them to bring home the championship trophy? Will the momentum they've built be enough to carry them all the way?
Just thinking about the semi-final against Greece sends shivers down my spine. The team absolutely dominated from the start, and it was fantastic to see players like Ercan Osmani really step up. Milliyet highlighted his impressive four three-pointers and 14 points in the first quarter alone, setting a strong tone. He went on to score 28 points overall, a truly stellar contribution, alongside strong showings from Cedi Osman and Alperen Şengün. It’s this kind of collective effort, this ability for players to seize the moment, that makes you proud to cheer them on.
Coach Ergin Ataman spoke about the team's confidence and their preparation, emphasizing that they've worked hard and are ready to face any challenge. He mentioned similarities with Greece, particularly noting the presence of NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo, but also expressed confidence in their own strengths, especially inside the paint. The thought of Alperen Şengün going head-to-head in the post is certainly exciting.
The road to the final hasn't been easy, with tough matchups against Sweden and Poland. But they've navigated each hurdle with determination. Now, they stand on the brink of glory, facing another undefeated team, Germany. The anticipation for this final on Sunday is immense. You can feel the collective hope and pride swelling across the nation. It makes you wonder, what will it take for them to bring home the championship trophy? Will the momentum they've built be enough to carry them all the way?
