Fenerbahce won the Turkish championship on Thursday night, but the moment everyone in Istanbul was talking about the next morning was Wade Baldwin’s extraordinary pass to Tarik Biberovic. The move led to the decisive three-pointer and quickly became one of the most memorable highlights of the European season.
Sharunas Jasikevicius’s team closed out the final series 3-1 against Besiktas to claim the title, yet it was the last possession that stole the spotlight. Baldwin found Biberovic with a seemingly impossible assist, leaving the Turkish forward completely free to hit the shot that decided the game.
Baldwin, who was named Finals MVP, could barely hide his excitement afterward. “What a pass I gave Tarik!” he said. “It was really an iconic moment. I am so happy he made that shot. Wow, I am really happy for this team.” He also praised Fenerbahce, saying the club offers players everything they could want, including championships, a strong basketball culture and a great city, and added that he was proud to be part of the organization.
Jasikevicius focused on Besiktas and the season’s end. “I have to talk first about Besiktas,” he said. “Their coach and players showed incredible character and played in an exceptional atmosphere. Now there are no more games, it is time for vacation. Fenerbahce fans, I love you. Let’s go to the sea.” Nicolo Melli said the shot would be remembered for years, noting that Fenerbahce won with a basket fans would never forget after trailing for much of the game. On social media, the pass immediately went viral, with viewers calling it hypnotic, unbelievable, and a play only Baldwin could make. For Fenerbahce supporters, it is already part of the club’s title lore, a sequence that will be replayed whenever the 2026 championship is discussed.
