Fenerbahçe Beko Defeats Monaco 88-70, Maintains EuroLeague Leadership

Fenerbahçe Beko Istanbul secured a decisive 88-70 victory over AS Monaco in a EuroLeague Round 30 matchup on March 5, 2026, at the Ulker Sports Arena. This win marks Fenerbahçe Beko’s 22nd victory of the season, allowing them to maintain their position at the top of the EuroLeague standings despite having one game in hand.

Match Highlights

Fenerbahçe Beko established control early in the game, leading 14-8 in the first five minutes thanks to strong performances from Jantunen and Tarık Biberovic. The first quarter concluded with Fenerbahçe Beko ahead 20-15.

The second period saw both teams engage in a more defensive battle. Fenerbahçe Beko extended their lead through consecutive baskets from Boston and Silva, reaching a 28-20 score. Monaco responded with points from Begarin and Blossomgame, prompting a timeout called by Jasikevicius. Following the timeout, Silva and Colson added to Fenerbahçe Beko’s score, increasing the lead to double digits (34-24). The first half ended with Fenerbahçe Beko leading 44-36.

The third quarter mirrored the first half’s back-and-forth scoring. James of Monaco and Baldwin of Fenerbahçe Beko were key contributors, but Horton Tucker’s successive points pushed the lead to 13 (59-46). Fenerbahçe Beko entered the final period with a 66-52 advantage, having demonstrated success in outside shooting.

Monaco began the fourth quarter strongly, with baskets from Hayes and James, including three-point shots, narrowing the gap to 69-62 with a 10-3 run. Still, Horton Tucker responded with four points in two possessions, restoring a double-digit lead (75-64) for Fenerbahçe Beko. Fenerbahçe Beko prevented Monaco from closing the gap further, ultimately winning the game 88-70.

Team Statistics

With this victory, Fenerbahçe Beko achieved their ninth consecutive win and improved their overall record to 22-7. Monaco suffered their 14th defeat in 30 matches.

Game Details

• Venue: Ulker Sports and Events Arena
• Referees: Sreten Radovic (Croatia), Carlos Cortes (Spain), Saulius Racys (Lithuania)
• Fenerbahçe Beko Lineup: Baldwin 10, Tarık Biberovic 10, Jantunen 10, Colson 14, Birch 4, Bacot 2, Tucker 28, Boston 3, Silva 7
• Monaco Lineup: Okobo 8, Blossomgame 12, Theis 11, Diallo 4, James 14, Hayes 4, Begarin 7, Nedovic 8, Strazel 2, Tarpey

Quarter Scores

• 1st Quarter: 20-15
• Half-Time: 44-36
• 3rd Quarter: 66-52

Fouls: Theis (Monaco) left the game with five fouls at 37:31.