07.05.2025 12:11
In the match where Anadolu Efes was defeated by Panathinaikos, Cedi, who made a significant impact with his performance against his former team, drew the reactions of Turkish fans during the game. In a statement after the match, the star basketball player said, "From the very beginning, I had no malicious intent in my celebrations. I had no gestures towards the Efes players, the bench, or Mr. Tuncay (Özilhan)."
In the EuroLeague play-off victory against Anadolu Efes, Cedi Osman, who played a significant role, made a mark with his performance in the 5th game. Cedi, who played brilliantly against his former team Efes, made a statement in response to the reactions.
HE PLAYED WONDERFULLY AGAINST HIS FORMER TEAM
National basketball player Cedi Osman’s team, Panathinaikos, hosted Anadolu Efes in the 5th match of the EuroLeague play-off series. Panathinaikos defeated Anadolu Efes 75-67, advancing to the final four in the EuroLeague and becoming Fenerbahçe Beko's opponent. Cedi Osman became the standout player of the 5th game with his performance. The national basketball player, who broke the EuroLeague scoring record, drew the reactions of Turkish fans with his reactions during the match. Many fans criticized Cedi Osman’s attitude, especially on social media, prompting the national basketball player to make a statement.
"I DID NOT HAVE ANY INSULT"
Cedi Osman stated that he did not have any actions directed towards Anadolu Efes players, saying, "From the very beginning, I did not have any malicious celebrations. I did not have any actions towards Efes players, their bench, or Mr. Tuncay (Özilhan)."
Cedi Osman expressed that many things were said to him during the match in Istanbul, stating, "I do not think I made any wrong moves. I did not even lift my head to the fans in Istanbul. I was told many things, but I never even lifted my head. I only concentrated on the game and my team," he said.
"WAS HE SUPPOSED TO GIVE UP THE GAME?"
Ergin Ataman, who supported his player, stated after the match, "I find it strange what the Efes fans did to Cedi. What was Cedi supposed to do, give up the game just because he was facing a Turkish team?" Cedi Osman, who was named the MVP of the 5th match, finished the game with 28 points and 8 rebounds.