Bahcesehir Koleji held off a determined PAOK B.C. side to secure an 84-81 EuroCup Basketball victory on 28 October 2026. The home team led for much of the second half, but PAOK’s late three-point shooting turned the final minutes into a tense finish before Bahcesehir sealed the win at the free-throw line.

Match overview: Bahcesehir vs PAOK

The EuroCup fixture was a gritty, defense-first contest for three quarters before opening up in the final period. Bahcesehir used their size advantage to control the glass and score in the paint, while PAOK relied on quick ball movement and perimeter shooting to stay close. Neither team led by more than nine points at any stage.

Bahcesehir took a three-point lead into halftime and stretched it to seven early in the third quarter. PAOK responded with a 10-2 run to briefly take the lead, but the hosts closed the quarter strongly to regain control. The final 10 minutes were played at a frantic pace, with both teams trading big shots.

Key moments down the stretch

PAOK tied the game at 78-78 with just under two minutes remaining after a contested three-pointer. Bahcesehir answered with a patient possession that ended in a driving layup, then forced a missed jumper at the other end. The hosts added two free throws to make it 82-78, but PAOK hit another three to cut the lead to one with 18 seconds left.

• PAOK tied the game at 78-78 on a late three-pointer.
• Bahcesehir’s driving layup restored the lead.
• Two clutch free throws pushed the margin to four.
• PAOK’s final attempt to tie fell short in the closing seconds.

Tactical story: paint control and perimeter defense

Bahcesehir’s game plan centered on attacking the rim and punishing PAOK on the offensive boards. The hosts finished with a 38-30 rebounding advantage and scored 42 points in the paint. That interior dominance forced PAOK to help defensively, which created open looks for Bahcesehir’s shooters in the second half.

PAOK stayed in the game with 13 three-pointers and a scrappy defensive effort that forced 14 turnovers. However, their inability to secure defensive rebounds in key moments allowed Bahcesehir extra possessions. The box score showed a narrow assist edge for PAOK, but Bahcesehir’s efficiency inside and at the free-throw line proved decisive.

Standout performers

Bahcesehir’s leading scorer finished with 20 points, including several tough baskets in the fourth quarter. Their center added 14 points and 12 rebounds, anchoring the defense and creating second-chance opportunities. A veteran guard contributed 12 points and seven assists, steadying the offense when PAOK applied full-court pressure.

PAOK’s top scorer poured in 22 points, hitting five three-pointers and keeping the visitors within reach. Their power forward added 15 points and eight rebounds, battling hard against Bahcesehir’s bigger front line. Despite the loss, PAOK’s resilience on the road was evident.

EuroCup standings and season impact

The 84-81 win gives Bahcesehir Koleji an important early-season result in the EuroCup standings and protects their home court. For PAOK B.C., the defeat is a narrow one that could matter in tiebreakers later in the group phase. The head-to-head edge now belongs to Bahcesehir, and both teams will meet again with valuable lessons from this matchup.

Bahcesehir will focus on closing out games more comfortably, while PAOK will look to improve their rebounding against physical opponents. In a game decided by small margins, Bahcesehir’s poise in the final minute made the difference in an 84-81 victory.