n a plot twist that shocked absolutely no one (except maybe Monaco), Fenerbahçe Beko Istanbul secured their second EuroLeague title by defeating AS Monaco 81–70 in the 2025 final held at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi .
The Game: A Masterclass in Predictability
Monaco started strong, leading 20–18 after the first quarter. But as the game progressed, Fenerbahçe decided they’d had enough of the suspense. A dominant 27-point fourth quarter sealed the deal, because why not make it look easy?
Nigel Hayes-Davis: MVP or Just Showing Off?
Nigel Hayes-Davis dropped 23 points and grabbed 9 rebounds, earning the Final Four MVP title. It’s almost as if he wanted to remind everyone that he’s really good at basketball.
Coach Jasikevicius: Collecting Titles Like Trading Cards
Sarunas Jasikevicius added another accolade to his collection, becoming one of the few to win the EuroLeague both as a player and a coach. It’s starting to feel like he’s just hoarding trophies at this point.
Monaco: So Close, Yet So Far
Despite a valiant effort, Monaco couldn’t keep up with Fenerbahçe’s late-game surge. Mike James and Alpha Diallo did their best, but sometimes effort just isn’t enough.
Celebrations: Because Winning Never Gets Old
Back in Istanbul, Fenerbahçe fans celebrated the victory with a city-wide parade. Because if you’re going to win, you might as well do it in style.
Conclusion: Fenerbahçe Reigns Supreme
In the end, Fenerbahçe’s experience, talent, and perhaps a touch of destiny proved too much for Monaco. As they hoisted the trophy, one couldn’t help but think: was there ever any doubt?
For those who prefer visuals, here’s a recap of the final moments: