Artūrs Žagars, a Latvian basketball player, shone in a Turkish championship game on Sunday as he scored 11 points for his team, Istanbul's Fenerbahce, who claimed victory against Buyukcekmece with a score of 91:85. The game saw a balanced progression through the quarters, with Fenerbahce securing a strong final quarter to seal the win.

Žagars played for 22 minutes and 23 seconds, during which he successfully made three out of four two-point shots, one out of five three-point attempts, and two out of three free throws. Along with his points, he recorded one rebound, three assists, and a positive impact on the game demonstrated by a +4 plus/minus rating, adding to Fenerbahce's collective result. His performance comes after a stretch impacted by injuries, marking only his second game since the beginning of the year.

The standout player for Fenerbahce was Nando de Kolo, who scored 13 points and provided five assists, ensuring the team maintained its advantage against the hosts. Despite a valiant effort from Buyukcekmece's Džeilena Leka, who scored 20 points, the home team was unable to secure a win. This game highlights not just Žagars' comeback but also the overall competitive nature of the Turkish league as teams vie for crucial rankings.