Pallacanestro Recanati continued its unblemished record to the Serie B2 season with a 68-43 victory over B-Chem Virtus Civitanova at the PalaCingolani-Pierini. The win preserves the club’s unblemished record alongside Mesagne at the top of the Group E standings with 10 points from five outings.
Recanati Builds Early Lead Against Civitanova
Playing in front of the home supporters in their second regional derby of the campaign following an earlier win against Attila, the Gialloblù established control early. Recanati relied on the scoring touch of Guerra and Re in the opening minutes, while Civitanova countered through De Florio. A three-pointer from Centanni and a basket by Tusuni sparked a 20-11 lead, before Pozzetti secured a 22-13 advantage at the end of the first quarter.
Recanati capitalized on tightening defensive pressure in the second period, limiting Civitanova’s offensive output. Arienti hit from beyond the arc and De Florio answered for the visitors, but Pozzetti converted cleanly from the free-throw line to push the margin to 31-22. Additional perimeter shooting from Centanni, coupled with Re’s physical presence and a score from close range by Sabbatini, stretched the scoreline to 39-24. The hosts entered halftime ahead 43-24.
Maintaining the Advantage After the Break
The pattern of the contest remained unchanged through the third period as the home side managed its cushion. Re directed the offense, and Sabbatini scored from the paint to extend the difference to 52-27 before the period closed with Recanati leading 56-35.
Coach Schiavi utilized the final ten minutes to rotate his roster, giving playing time down the stretch to Crucianelli, Micozzi, and Filippucci. The game concluded at 68-43 as the crowd celebrated the team’s fifth victory.
Standings and Upcoming Fixtures
Following the weekend results, Recanati and Mesagne share the lead in Group E with 10 points. Matelica, Monopoli, Porto Recanati, Nardò, Bisceglie, and Castellaneta follow with 6 points, while L’Aquila, Matera, Adria Bari, and Brindisi hold 4 points. Civitanova, Corato, Molfetta, and Pescara round out the table with 2 points.
Recanati travels next to face Matera on Sunday.
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