Besiktas vs Valencia Basket Result
- Competition
- EuroLeague 2026/27
- Date
- Friday, September 25, 2026
- Tip-off
- 17:00
- Venue
- BJK Akatlar Arena
- City
- Istanbul
- Round
- Round 1
Besiktas played Valencia Basket on Friday, September 25, 2026 at BJK Akatlar Arena in the 2026/27 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague. Tickets for this game are no longer available.
Valencia survived a thriller on Beşiktaş's EuroLeague return after 13 years. Valencia led 81-71 after three, but Beşiktaş opened the fourth with five straight threes to go ahead 91-86. TJ Shorts (26 points) hit the decisive basket late, and Jaylen Nowell missed a potential game-winning three at the buzzer.
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Where should I sit?
- Best atmosphere: lower tier behind the baskets
- Best view: centre court, mid-tier
- Budget seating: upper-tier corners
- Premium: courtside & VIP boxes
- Away supporters: designated visiting section
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About Besiktas vs Valencia Basket
Besiktas hosts Valencia Basket at the BJK Akatlar Arena in Istanbul for the opening round of the 2026/27 Turkish Airlines EuroLeague season. This matchup marks the start of the tournament for both clubs as they compete on the road to the playoffs.
Getting to BJK Akatlar Arena
- 📍 BJK Akatlar Arena, Istanbul
- 🚌 Public transport recommended on match nights
- 🚶 Plan to arrive 45–60 minutes before tip-off
- 🅿️ On-site parking is limited — check the arena's official page