FC Bayern Munich suffered a narrow defeat at Anadolu Efes. Spencer Dinwiddie missed the potential game-winner, but then complained emphatically to the referees.
Bayern didn’t have much luck with the referees on Friday, with numerous controversial decisions in Antalya going in favor of the “home team” from Istanbul. In one instance, an offensive foul was called instead of an and-1, while in another, the continuation rule was interpreted very generously for the Turks.
Grade Spencer Dinwiddie complained several times, but especially after the last play of the game. On his potential game-winner over the outstretched arms of Nick Weiler-Babb, the former NBA star felt contact on his arm, but the referees did not call it.
Parker refuses to comment
Assistant coach T.J. Parker, who was once again on the sidelines for Gordon Herbert, preferred not to comment. “I don’t know what happened on the last play. Istanbul had played a home game,” the Frenchman said meaningfully.
Ultimately, it was difficult to see, partly because the Turkish broadcasters in Antalya did not show a replay of the action. So the Turks’ 74-72 victory was confirmed, their fourth win in eleven games. Bayern are only slightly better off with a 5-6 record.