Turkey squeaks past Lithuania 76-74

It must be the Atsür factor because Engin was on the Turkish national team for the first round of the FIBA World Championships. I can’t find out why, if it was at the last minute, if he was always on the team and the information was bad, or what, but Engin made it to Japan and onto the final roster, which completely made my night. I found out just before bed, then woke up to found out he won. Once I get more news I’ll post. It’s amazing how little things will just brighten me right up. I’m so glad for Engin. He deserves some success.

Afternoon update: according to the Turkish members of IBN, Engin most likely came on because Barış Ermiş has to undergo surgery. Engin was the only player who did not get PT in today’s game, but with luck he may get some minutes tomorrow against Australia (and it’s almost tomorrow in Japan). Turkey has a lot to prove in this championship because of their poor play the past few years and some really bad blood going on with their big stars; I hope Engin Atsür gets a chance to prove himself, too.

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