ISTANBUL (Interstat) — Besiktas will host Trabzonspor on Monday at Besiktas Milangaz Arena in Istanbul, Türkiye, in a matchup of teams with contrasting early-season records. Trabzonspor is 1-0, while Besiktas is 1-3. The game offers Besiktas a chance to stabilize its season and Trabzonspor an opportunity to build on a strong opening result.

Trabzonspor enters after an 82-76 home win over Bursaspor in its most recent game. The visiting side has not lost this season and will look to carry that momentum into a difficult road environment. Trabzonspor’s early schedule has been limited, but the club has shown enough balance to open with a victory. A win at Besiktas Milangaz Arena would give Trabzonspor a 2-0 start and another notable result away from home.

Besiktas has had a busier and more challenging start. The home side opened with a 96-94 loss to Valencia, then fell 95-81 at Anadolu Efes. Besiktas responded with a 109-93 win at Maccabi Tel Aviv before dropping its most recent game to Barcelona, 95-82. That stretch leaves Besiktas at 1-3 and searching for consistency on both ends of the floor. Returning home could help, though the opponent arrives unbeaten.

James Metecan Birsen is a player to watch for Besiktas. In a recent loss at Anadolu Efes, Birsen contributed 16 minutes, 7 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists. His activity on the glass and ability to make plays from the forward position give Besiktas an important interior presence. If Birsen can pair that production with efficient shooting, he could help Besiktas match Trabzonspor’s energy and create second-chance opportunities.

Trabzonspor will aim to control tempo and avoid allowing Besiktas to settle into its home rhythm. The visitors have the confidence of an unbeaten record, but they face a Besiktas team that has already played four games and should be tested by stronger competition. Besiktas will need to limit turnovers and improve its defense after allowing at least 95 points in three of its first four games. The home team has scored well at times, including its 109-point output at Maccabi Tel Aviv, but defensive consistency remains the concern.

The matchup also comes before a busy stretch for both clubs. Trabzonspor is set to return home for several upcoming games, while Besiktas faces a demanding run that includes road trips and high-profile opponents. For now, the focus is on Monday’s meeting in Istanbul. Besiktas wants to use its home court to get back on track, while Trabzonspor wants to remain perfect.

Interstat’s game simulator projects a final score of Besiktas 79, Trabzonspor 73.