Bahcesehir Koleji pulled off a significant 85-76 upset against the powerhouse Anadolu Efes Istanbul in the Turkish Basketbol Super Ligi on March 22, 2026. This result sends a strong message across the league, as the home team delivered a disciplined defensive performance to stifle one of the competition's most potent offenses. Bahcesehir set the tone early with intense on-ball pressure, limiting Efes's star guards and building a solid first-half lead. Although Efes mounted a characteristic rally in the third quarter to close the gap, Bahcesehir responded with a series of clutch shots and controlled the tempo down the stretch. The focus point of the match was the collective defensive effort from Bahcesehir, which held Efes well below their season scoring average. This victory is a major boost for Bahcesehir Koleji's standing in the league table, potentially moving them into contention for a higher seed, while for Efes, it serves as a wake-up call. The Efes coach acknowledged the defeat, saying, "We were outworked tonight. Credit to them, they wanted it more." The starting fives saw Bahcesehir's balanced attack triumph over the individual brilliance of Efes's established stars.