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EA7 Emporio Armani Milan secured a hard-fought 97-93 victory over Anadolu Efes Istanbul on Friday in a EuroLeague contest that saw both teams exchange leads throughout the night.
PJ Dozier delivered a standout performance for the visiting side from Türkiye, recording 34 points to lead all scorers. The guard shot efficiently throughout the game and also contributed a game-high 34 performance index rating points, showcasing his all-around impact despite the loss.
Milan's balanced offensive approach proved decisive, with Zach Leday finishing with 25 points and Shavon Shields adding 24 points for the Italian club. Leandro Bolmaro chipped in with 10 points and five assists, while Quinn Ellis contributed 14 points off the bench. The home team's superior three-point shooting made the difference, converting 46.9% from beyond the arc compared to Efes's 31.3%.
The visitors from Türkiye held advantages in several statistical categories, including a dominant two-point field goal percentage at 59.2% compared to Milan's 48.5%. Anadolu Efes also shot a perfect 100% from the free throw line, making all their attempts. Nick Weiler-Babb added 16 points for Efes, while Shane Larkin contributed nine assists to facilitate the offense. Ercan Osmani recorded 14 points and seven total rebounds in the losing effort.
Milan capitalized on superior ball movement with 20 assists compared to Efes's 19, and dominated the glass with 40 total rebounds—nine more than their opponents. The hosts grabbed 29 defensive rebounds and 11 offensive boards, giving them crucial second-chance opportunities throughout the contest.
The Italian side also recorded five steals and one block, matching Efes's defensive intensity. Both teams committed turnovers at similar rates, with Milan giving the ball away 17 times compared to Efes's 12. Milan's ability to generate 111 possession index rating points, 21 more than Efes's 90, ultimately reflected their more efficient overall performance in securing the four-point victory.
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