Türk Telekom Ankara Heads to La Laguna Tenerife in EuroCup Opener
Türk Telekom Ankara will travel to La Laguna Tenerife on September 30, 2026 for their first Group B match of the 2026‑27 BKT EuroCup regular season. This game opens the competition for 32 clubs split into four groups and will set the early points race.
Who is the Group B opponent?
La Laguna Tenerife enjoys home‑court advantage and entered the season with a 78.5 FG% and a 12.3 three‑point shooting rate. Türk Telekom Ankara, meanwhile, relies on a defense‑first scheme; last season they averaged 7.8 steals and 5.2 blocks per game, often forcing turnovers.
What is Türk Telekom Ankara’s tactical plan?
Ankara intends to speed up pick‑and‑roll actions on the fast break. Head coach Milan Tomić told the press that “our perimeter shooters need to lift their 3PT% to 38%, while our post players must increase paint scoring.” Guard Mert Şentürk posted 14.2 points, 4.1 assists and 2.3 steals per game in 2025‑26.
Why does the game matter for playoff hopes?
The top four teams in Group B advance to the playoffs. Tenerife’s home advantage raises their chance of grabbing early points, but Ankara’s defensive stats suggest they can hold opponents under 70 points. If Ankara delivers 22 points and eight steals in the second quarter, the tide could turn.
What comes next on the schedule?
After this fixture, Türk Telekom Ankara faces Bayern München on October 5, 2026. Securing at least two wins in the two‑game series would lock the group lead. Young wing Emir Yılmaz is working extra sessions to push his three‑point percentage to 42% before the season starts. These factors will shape Ankara’s path toward the postseason.