Powell: Biberovic encouraged me to come to Fenerbahce

Fenerbahce signed Canadian big man Dwight Powell, who left the Dallas Mavericks this summer, through the end of the season. The 35-year-old, who is starting a new chapter after 12 years in Dallas, spoke to S Sport.

Powell said the person most influential in his move to Fenerbahce was Tarik Biberovic. He said he called Biberovic first and reached him right away. He recalled Biberovic telling him, "You will love Saras's system and Istanbul." He also had the chance to speak with Dyshawn Pierre and Khem Birch, who have played for the club before. He added that he can get coaching from Biberovic after games.

Saying that training is much harder than in the NBA, Powell said he received great support from Nico Melli in in-game positioning. He said he wants to turn his new principles into a habit as the games go on.

Powell, who has long been curious about EuroLeague, recalled that he and Luka Doncic often discussed the league in Dallas. He described wearing the jersey of an established club like Fenerbahce, and doing so in Istanbul, as a great opportunity. He found Jasikevicius open and clear, and said his primary goal is to win.