EuroLeague Ambitions: Beşiktaş Signs Furkan Korkmaz and Extends Contracts for Four Core Players
As Beşiktaş GAIN Istanbul solidifies its return to the elite ranks of EuroLeague basketball for the 2026/27 season, the club management has initiated a massive roster-building phase. Beyond the headline acquisition of Turkish international veteran Furkan Korkmaz, the club has successfully secured structural continuity by renewing contracts with four key players who formed the core of last year's roster.
Extensions have been officially finalized for Berk Uğurlu, Ante Žižić, Anthony Brown, and Devon Dotson. Additionally, internal reports suggest the Turkish powerhouse is close to finalizing a deal with former Real Madrid big man Mady Sissoko to strengthen the paint.
The performance metrics for the retained core during their previous continental campaign showcase their value to the team:
| Player | Position | 2025–26 EuroCup Operational Stats |
| Ante Žižić | Center | 12.4 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 22.6 MPG (All-EuroCup First Team) |
| Devon Dotson | Guard | 10.0 PPG, 4.2 APG, 20.2 MPG |
| Berk Uğurlu | Guard | 6.7 PPG, 3.5 APG, 21.8 MPG |
| Anthony Brown | Forward | 6.7 PPG, 3.5 APG, 25.1 MPG |
Read the full renewal breakdown via the official media report:
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