Valencia:Valencia Basket successfully fended off a determined comeback by Fenerbahce Tarfin to achieve an 86-78 victory at home during Round 8 of the EuroLeague. The Spanish team exhibited dominance in the initial three quarters, establishing a substantial 16-point lead before the Turkish team mounted a challenge in the final period.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Fenerbahce showed a significant improvement in the fourth quarter, narrowing the gap to 72-69 with just 430 left on the clock. Despite this, Valencia managed to regain control of the game. Armoni Brooks played a pivotal role by scoring a crucial three-pointer, increasing Valencia's lead to 82-78 with slightly over a minute remaining.

The match commenced with Valencia executing an 8-0 run, concluding the first quarter 19-9 ahead as Fenerbahce struggled both offensively and defensively. Valencia maintained their momentum, reaching a 15-point lead at 33-18 in the second quarter and entering halftime with a 36-25 advantage. Although Fenerbahce reduced the deficit to nine points in the third quarter, Valencia responded strongly to enter the final period with a 60-46 lead.

Fenerbahce's impressive fourth-quarter performance included scoring 32 points, surpassing their total first-half score. However, Valencia's resilience in the closing minutes secured their victory. TJ Shorts was a standout performer for Valencia, scoring a game-high 23 points, while Kameron Taylor and Brooks added 16 points each. Wade Baldwin was the top scorer for Fenerbahce with 19 points, followed by Shavon Shields with 18 and Will Clyburn with 15.

This victory propels Valencia to second place in the EuroLeague standings with a 6-2 record, while Fenerbahce drops to third place, sharing the same record.