Amedeo Della Valle Leads Varese to 85-84 Victory Over Trieste

Pallacanestro Varese secured an 85-84 victory over Pallacanestro Trieste, holding off a late surge at home after a disappointing European appearance in Murcia, according to a report published by Alessandria Oggi. The narrow win on home soil provided some relief for Varese following a European Cup loss away against Murcia.

Late-Game Heroics and Amedeo Della Valle Debut Impact

Guard Amedeo Della Valle made a decisive impact in his debut for Varese, logging 21 minutes of floor time. After a quiet start, Della Valle scored five consecutive points in the second quarter and provided three straight assists in the third period that generated eight points to spark a Varese run. He later hit an eight-meter three-pointer for a 74-71 lead in the 38th minute and sank the game-winning free throw in the final sequence. Varese head coach Kastritis deployed the newcomer extensively as the team works to integrate him fully into the offensive schemes, noting adjustments in screen-setting involving forward Renfro during the second half.

Trieste Threat and Standout Performances

Trieste arrived winless after two matches but relied on a roster featuring several former Varese players, including Ruzzier, Ross, McDermott, and Arcieri. Ross led Trieste with 25 points on 7-of-9 shooting from inside the arc, while Galloway added 15 points. Despite the strong challenge from the visitors, Varese preserved the narrow margin through the final buzzer.

Roster Inconsistencies and Turnover Troubles

Despite the victory, Varese remains a work in progress, committing 18 turnovers distributed across the contest. The absence of guard McDowell-White impacted ball-handling and floor management, leading to questions regarding spacing and tempo. Additionally, French center Kamagate struggled to find his rhythm, turning in a performance that fell well short of the form he displayed previously with Tortona. Varese finished with balanced scoring—Hale led the hosts with 16 points, including four three-pointers, while Duke contributed 15 points and Alviti added 10.

Box Score and Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

Openjobmetis Varese led after each quarter in a tightly contested affair. The partial scores ran 19-15 after the first period, 40-38 at halftime, and 61-58 heading into the final stanza before Varese closed out the 85-84 win. Referee duties on the floor were managed by the officiating crew of Borgioni, Bartoli, and Dionisi.