A Phenomenal Season: Beşiktaş GAIN Reaches Finals, Signs Furkan Korkmaz, and Sweeps EuroCup Honors

 

A Phenomenal Season: Beşiktaş GAIN Reaches Finals, Signs Furkan Korkmaz, and Sweeps EuroCup Honors

Beşiktaş GAIN has secured its place in the Turkish Super League finals for the second consecutive season following a decisive Game 5 victory over Bahcesehir. The team's domestic success was further highlighted on the continental stage when Head Coach Dusan Alimpijevic was officially named the 2025-26 EuroCup Coach of the Year.

In preparation for the 2026-27 campaign, the club has bolstered its roster by reaching a one-year agreement with former NBA guard/forward and Turkish international Furkan Korkmaz, marking a significant step in their domestic and European ambitions. According to Basketball Sphere, club executive Ozkan Arseven has publicly expressed confidence in securing a highly-coveted EuroLeague spot for the upcoming season, reflecting the management's ambitious trajectory.

News Sources:

• Eurohoops - Besiktas reaches deal with former NBA sharpshooter Korkmaz

• Euroleague Basketball - Besiktas reaches Turkish League finals

• Beşiktaş JK - Dusan Alimpijevic chosen 2025-26 EuroCup Coach of the Year