Bursaspor 83-86 Pinar Karsiyaka — Pinar Karsiyaka survived a tense, back-and-forth Basketbol Super Ligi battle on November 1, 2026, edging Bursaspor 86-83 on the road behind clutch late free throws and timely three-point shooting.

The game featured 11 lead changes and was not decided until the final possession, when Bursaspor’s potential game-tying three-pointer rimmed out. Karsiyaka’s composure in the closing minutes proved the difference in a matchup that felt like a playoff preview.

Match overview

Karsiyaka started the game with a 22-20 first-quarter edge, but Bursaspor responded with a 24-21 second period to take a 44-43 lead into halftime. The hosts had momentum and the home crowd behind them, but Karsiyaka came out of the locker room with renewed energy, winning the third quarter 23-18 to seize a 66-62 advantage.

Bursaspor fought back in the fourth and twice tied the game in the final three minutes. However, Karsiyaka made the bigger plays down the stretch, converting six free throws in the last 45 seconds to hold on.

Key moments

The decisive stretch came late in the third quarter. With Bursaspor leading 58-56, Karsiyaka reeled off eight straight points, capped by a deep three-pointer from the top of the arc. That run gave the visitors a lead they would not surrender, though Bursaspor repeatedly threatened to steal it back.

In the final minute, Bursaspor cut the deficit to 82-84 and had a chance to tie after a defensive stop, but a contested three-pointer missed. Karsiyaka secured the rebound and iced the game at the line.

Tactical story

Karsiyaka’s three-point shooting was a major factor, as they connected on 13 attempts from beyond the arc. Bursaspor, meanwhile, struggled to contain dribble penetration, which opened up kick-out opportunities for Karsiyaka’s shooters. The visitors also won the offensive rebounding battle, extending possessions at critical moments.

Bursaspor’s offense was efficient for long stretches, but costly turnovers in the fourth quarter undermined their comeback. They had chances to tie or take the lead in the final two minutes but could not convert against Karsiyaka’s switch-heavy defense.

Standout players

• Kenan Sipahi (Pinar Karsiyaka): 21 points and seven assists, controlling the tempo and hitting big shots in the second half.
• Darrun Hilliard (Pinar Karsiyaka): 19 points, including four three-pointers.
• Yovel Zoosman (Bursaspor): 18 points and six rebounds, keeping the hosts in the game with timely scoring.
• Ege Arar (Bursaspor): 14 points and 10 rebounds, anchoring the paint.

Season impact

The road win gives Pinar Karsiyaka an important confidence boost in the Basketbol Super Ligi standings and proves they can close out tight games away from home. For Bursaspor, the loss is a frustrating one, but the performance showed they can compete with the league’s stronger sides. Both teams will take lessons from a game decided by execution in the final two minutes.