Victory over lowly Hamburg (2-12) could be enough to secure a playoff place for Besiktas (8-6), which is looking to bounce straight back from last week's overtime loss to Reyer.
Benka Barloschky, Hamburg: 'We want to win as many games as possible'
Seasons
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Regular Season
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The Turkish team will expect to recover its usual high defensive standards, as well as repeat the offensive execution that led to a 90-78 win over Hamburg earlier this season. Two big men played a prominent part in that game, with Besiktas center Angel Delgado grabbing 16 points and 10 rebounds, while Aleksander Dziewa had 21 points and 8 boards for Hamburg. Their tussle is sure to be crucial again this week.
Benka Barloschky, Hamburg head coach
"A lot of toughness, physicality, intensity, the focus on the defense – that’s what sets Besiktas apart. They try never to let their opponents get into a comfortable game. It won't be an easy game. Basically, we don't want to waste a second in the remaining games. For us, taking part in the competition is still a privilege that should be valued. In addition, we want to win as many games as possible overall and give our fans a home win – that’s what the team has set itself as a goal for the rest of the group phase."
Seth Hinrichs, Hamburg player
"Even if we can no longer reach the playoffs, we won't just give away the remaining games. Ideally, we want to get at least one home win. But above all, we want to continue learning and growing. In addition, things are still going on for us in the German league. Therefore, we will definitely maintain the competitive nature."