Una Hotels Reggio Emilia Stuns Dinamo Sassari in Thrilling Finish

SASSARI, Italy – In a game that went down to the wire, Una Hotels Reggio Emilia snatched a dramatic 102-99 victory over Dinamo Banco di Sardegna Sassari on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The win, secured at the PalaSerradimigni in Sassari, was a testament to Reggio Emilia’s resilience and a stellar performance from guard Troy Caupain.

The match, a key contest in the Italian Lega Basket Serie A (LBA), saw Sassari initially control the tempo, building a 13-point lead early in the game. However, Reggio Emilia refused to buckle, slowly chipping away at the deficit and ultimately completing a remarkable comeback in the fourth quarter. This victory is particularly significant for Reggio Emilia as they continue their push for a favorable playoff position.

Slow Start, Stunning Finish for Reggio Emilia

The opening quarter saw Sassari dictate the pace, capitalizing on early opportunities and establishing a strong presence on the boards. A quick 11-0 run propelled the home side to a double-digit advantage, leaving Reggio Emilia struggling to find their rhythm. Despite a brief response from the visitors, Sassari maintained control, ending the first quarter with a 31-23 lead.

Reggio Emilia showed more fight in the second quarter, attempting to close the gap. While they managed to reduce the deficit, Sassari’s Buie proved hard to contain, consistently answering Reggio Emilia’s scoring bursts. A technical foul on Marshall briefly disrupted Sassari’s momentum, but they still managed to head into halftime with a 57-51 advantage.

The third quarter saw Sassari extend their lead once more, with a 9-0 run early on threatening to put the game beyond Reggio Emilia’s reach. However, Reggio Emilia continued to battle, and despite struggling with rebounding, managed to stay within striking distance, trailing 80-75 at the end of the third.

Caupain Leads Fourth-Quarter Surge

The final quarter witnessed a dramatic shift in momentum. Despite Sassari initially appearing to maintain control, Reggio Emilia, fueled by a sensational performance from Troy Caupain, began to mount a furious comeback. Even with Williams sidelined due to foul trouble, Caupain spearheaded the charge, bringing his team within one point of the lead.

The game remained a tense, back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets. With just 80 seconds remaining, Echenique completed a crucial play, giving Reggio Emilia the lead for the first time in the game. Sassari faltered under the pressure, unable to respond effectively, and Caupain sealed the victory with a late free throw, finalizing the score at 102-99.

Caupain Shines, Reflects on Hard-Fought Victory

Troy Caupain was the undisputed star of the display, finishing with 31 points and playing a pivotal role in Reggio Emilia’s comeback. “We are incredibly happy to have won such a difficult game,” Caupain said after the match. “In the final minutes, our defense and ability to control the rebounds made the difference, while we conceded too many in the first half. I’m obviously happy with my performance, but I couldn’t have done it without my teammates.”

Caupain likewise emphasized the team’s focus on their upcoming Coppa Italia challenge. “Now, the most important thing is to recharge our batteries and be ready for Wednesday’s cup game. We’ve won an important game in terms of the standings.”

Key Stats and Box Score

Here’s a look at the key statistics from the game:

BANCO SARDEGNA SASSARI – UNA HOTELS REGGIO EMILIA 99-102

BANCO SARDEGNA SASSARI: Marshall 6, Buie 23, Macon 15, Zanelli, Seck, Beliauskas 15, Ceron, Vincini, Mezzanotte 3, Thomas 9, McGlynn 12, Visconti 12. Allenatore: Mrsic.

UNA HOTELS REGGIO EMILIA: Barford 11, Brown 2, Rossato 4, Woldatensae 8, Mainini, Caupain 31, Williams 13, Uglietti 2, Severini 3, Echenique 20, Vitali 4, Emokhare.

Arbitri: Baldini, Paglialunga, Valleriani.

Parziali: 31-23; 26-28; 23-24

Note: Technical foul to Marshall at 18’; unsportsmanlike foul to Marshall at 29’ resulting in ejection. Technical foul to Priftis at 35’. Williams fouled out.

What’s Next for Reggio Emilia?

Una Hotels Reggio Emilia will now turn their attention to their Coppa Italia matchup on Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The team will need to carry the momentum from this hard-fought victory into their next challenge. The specific opponent and venue details for the Coppa Italia game were not immediately available, but further information will be released by the league.

For Dinamo Sassari, the loss is a setback, but they will look to rebound in their next Serie A fixture, scheduled for Sunday, March 22, 2026, against EA7 Emporio Armani Milano.

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