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Sengun, Turkey fall short of EuroBasket Gold

In search of their first gold medal at EuroBasket, Alperen Sengun and Turkey took on favored Germany in the championship match Sunday afternoon.

It was close throughout, with Turkey holding a 46-40 halftime lead. The second half told a different story, as they were outscored 48-37 in a five-point loss.

Sengun led Turkey with 28 points, three rebounds and three assists. Cedi Osman was one of three other Turkish players in double figures, finishing with 23 points.

Germany’s 3-point shooting proved nearly impossible to stop, going 14-for-26 (53.8%). Turkey also struggled on the glass, getting outrebounded by 10.

Despite falling short in the title match, both Sengun and Turkey had a successful EuroBasket. The only other

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