Türk Telekom Ankara is placed in the top seed of the EuroCup 2026‑27 draw, moving the club one step closer to the championship race (the draw will take place on July 8).
What do the draw seeds indicate?
EuroCup divided 32 clubs into eight seeds of four teams each. Seed 1 hosts defending champion JL Bourg and EuroLeague‑experienced AS Monaco. Türk Telekom Ankara joins this elite group, meaning it will face strong opponents from the start.
Why is Türk Telekom Ankara’s position important?
The Turkish side sits among the top five, following France’s Le Mans Sarthe Basket and Spain’s Tenerife. This spot could let the club play many group games at home, leveraging home‑court advantage. Season‑opening games usually begin in October, so the team must accelerate its preparation.
Who are the other big names?
Greece contributes high‑budget clubs Aris Thessaloniki Betsson (Seed 6) and PAOK Thessaloniki (Seed 7); despite lower seeds, they can surprise. Italy presents a unique case with Maxima Roma and Roma Basketball sharing a seed, intensifying city rivalry.
What happens next?
After the draw, clubs receive their group schedule on July 8. Türk Telekom Ankara will play both home and away. In the first match, the team aims to keep its three‑point percentage between 38 %‑42 % to break down defenses. Coach Erdem Can is emphasizing pick‑and‑roll drills to boost blocks and steals.
Who are the key players?
Forward James Nunnally (30) averages 16.2 points and 5.1 rebounds this season. Guard Milan Gurović contributes 6.8 assists and a 44 % field‑goal rate, dictating tempo. Center Mert Şentürk records 2.3 blocks per game, making it hard for opponents to score in the paint.
The EuroCup draw confirms Türk Telekom Ankara’s ambition on the European stage. The club plans to apply defensive pressure and generate quick points in transition throughout the group phase. The draw outcome will shape the season’s trajectory and raise fan expectations.