Dubai Basketball delivered a powerful message to the rest of the EuroLeague on Tuesday night, dominating Fenerbahce Beko 69:93 in Istanbul. In one of the most impressive performances of their young EuroLeague campaign, the UAE side controlled the contest from start to finish, snapping a two-game losing streak and evening their record at 2–2.

From the opening minutes, Dubai Basketball set the tone with aggressive defense and efficient execution on offense. By the middle of the first quarter, they had established a rhythm that Fenerbahce could never match. The visitors’ ball movement and perimeter accuracy consistently broke down the Turkish champions’ defense, while their composure under pressure silenced the packed Ulker Sports Arena.

Kabengele Leads the Charge

Mfiondu Kabengele produced his finest performance yet in a Dubai uniform, powering the team with 26 points and 7 rebounds. His energy on both ends of the floor anchored Dubai’s effort and sparked several key scoring runs. Dwayne Bacon provided steady scoring support with 21 points, while Klemen Prepelič orchestrated the attack brilliantly, adding 13 points and 6 assists. Davis Bertans contributed 13 points, and Filip Petrusev added 11 points and 8 rebounds.

Dubai’s collective efficiency was the real story, however. The visitors punished every defensive lapse by Fenerbahce, capitalizing on turnovers and maintaining a double-digit advantage for most of the night. By halftime, Dubai had already built a commanding 15-point lead, which only grew in the second half.

Relentless from Start to Finish

Fenerbahce, the reigning EuroLeague champions, struggled to find their rhythm offensively. The hosts’ shooting woes deepened as Dubai’s defensive rotations forced tough shots and denied easy looks from beyond the arc. As the third quarter progressed, Dubai extended their margin to over 20 points, and by the closing minutes of the fourth, their advantage ballooned to 32 — a testament to their dominance.

The final buzzer confirmed one of the most decisive victories of the season, as Dubai Basketball celebrated a statement win on one of Europe’s toughest courts.