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Jasikevicius: beating Beşiktaş always tough

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Hürriyet SporTier 1
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Key points

  • Fenerbahçe won the Basketball League Super Cup against Beşiktaş at Sinan Erdem
  • Coach Jasikevicius said new signings need time to adapt; only three weeks since arrival
  • Captain Melih Mahmutoğlu praised Beşiktaş and thanked fans for creating great atmosphere

Summary

Fenerbahçe coach Sarunas Jasikevicius reflected on his side's Super Cup victory over Beşiktaş, saying the opponents are always difficult to face. He acknowledged the intensity of the Basketball League Super Cup format and noted that his new signings, who arrived only three weeks ago, need time to settle and should not be expected to contribute immediately.

Captain Melih Mahmutoğlu expressed respect for Beşiktaş and highlighted the importance of starting the season with silverware. He credited the atmosphere created by supporters and looked ahead to Friday's match against Virtus Bologna in the Basketball League.

Original headline

Sarunas Jasikevicius: 'Beşiktaş'a karşı kazanmak zor!'

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