Anadolu Efes Istanbul: Two-Time EuroLeague Champions Set to Defend Their Crown

A Look Back at Last Season

After winning back-to-back EuroLeague championships, Anadolu Efes Istanbul narrowly missed out on the playoffs last season. The team finished the regular season with a 19-15 record, just one game behind eighth-place Virtus Bologna.

Key Departures and Additions

Anadolu Efes Istanbul has made some key changes to its roster this offseason. Shane Larkin, who was named EuroLeague MVP in 2023, has left the team to join the Sacramento Kings. Vasilije Micic, another key player from last season's championship team, has also departed.

To replace Larkin and Micic, Anadolu Efes Istanbul has signed Isaiah Taylor and Pierria Henry. Taylor is a former NBA player who has played for the Cleveland Cavaliers and Brooklyn Nets. Henry is a EuroLeague veteran who has played for several teams, including Real Madrid and CSKA Moscow.

Outlook for the Upcoming Season

Anadolu Efes Istanbul is still one of the favorites to win the EuroLeague this season. The team has a strong core of players, including reigning EuroLeague Finals MVP Vasilije Micic and rising star Shane Larkin. With the addition of Taylor and Henry, the team should be even more competitive this season.

The EuroLeague regular season begins on October 6th, and Anadolu Efes Istanbul will open their season at home against Virtus Bologna. The team will be looking to start the season strong and make a run at a third consecutive EuroLeague championship.