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Turk Telekom Edges Hapoel with Buzzer-Beater to Semifinals

3/19/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Turk Telekom defeated Hapoel Jerusalem 91-90 in the EuroCup quarterfinals to reach the semifinals.
Kyle Allman hit the decisive buzzer-beating three and finished with 25 points.
Jaleen Smith also scored 25 points as Turk Telekom rallied from an early Hapoel lead.
Jared Harper led Hapoel with 29 points but turnovers and late fouling limited the effort, and Turk Telekom will face Bourg-En-Bresse in the semifinals.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1984, the EuroLeague transformed European basketball by creating a competitive platform for clubs like Turk Telekom and Hapoel Jerusalem. This evolution reflects a growing interest in the sport, highlighted by Turk Telekom's recent victory over Hapoel Jerusalem, showcasing the intense rivalries and emerging talents that continue to shape the landscape of European basketball today.

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Story summary

Turk Telekom defeated Hapoel Jerusalem 91-90 in the EuroCup quarterfinals to reach the semifinals.
Kyle Allman hit the decisive buzzer-beating three and finished with 25 points.
Jaleen Smith also scored 25 points as Turk Telekom rallied from an early Hapoel lead.
Jared Harper led Hapoel with 29 points but turnovers and late fouling limited the effort, and Turk Telekom will face Bourg-En-Bresse in the semifinals.

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