By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
Anadolu Efes returned to the winning track in the EuroLeague after three consecutive defeats.
Igor Kokoskov’s side edged past Bayern Munich at Antalya, 74-72, despite losing Shane Larkin to an injury in the first half.
Isaia Cordinier led the way for Efes with 26 points and a PIR of 29, followed by Rolands Šmits with 16 points. Shane Larkin went down in the first half with what appeared to be a groin injury and was helped off the court, ultimately not returning.
For Bayern Munich, Isaiah Mike scored 15 points with four rebounds, while Spencer Dinwiddie added 11 points. Vladimir Lučić contributed nine points and seven rebounds, and Stefan Jović added nine points with five assists.
Anadolu Efes entered the fourth quarter with a 62-47 lead, but Bayern fought back. Gradually, the German side chipped away at the deficit, closing in to just 72-74 with 46 seconds remaining.
Isaiah Mike then blocked Jordan Loyd’s shot, giving his team a chance to seal the win. Spencer Dinwiddie missed a three-point attempt with three seconds left, and although Vladimir Lučić tried to grab the offensive rebound, he couldn’t convert it. Efes held on for the victory.