Pavia and Sanmaurense secured hard-fought victories over the weekend, while Aironi Robbio dropped a narrow decision in the closing moments of their match, according to a report by giornaleilpuntopavese.com. The weekend slate brought contrasting fortunes for local sides, highlighted by Sanmaurense defending home court against Pallacanestro Milano, Pallacanestro Pavia overwhelming Nerviano on the road, and Robbio unable to hold a late lead against Opera Basket Club.
Sanmaurense Holds Off Milano After a Dramatic Momentum Shift
Edimes Sanmaurense defeated Pallacanestro Milano 57-49 in a game defined by two starkly different halves. The hosts opened with a dominant 21-8 first-quarter performance that put Milano immediately on the back foot. However, the visitors seized control in the second period, ramping up their defensive pressure and outscoring the pavesi 21-10 to cut the halftime deficit to just two points at 31-29.
Sanmaurense managed to rebuild some separation by taking the third quarter 17-12. In a tense final period, both offenses sputtered as Sanmaurense scored nine points and Milano managed eight. Defensive discipline ultimately carried the hosts across the finish line. Ragagnin paced Sanmaurense with 14 points, backed by 11 points from Bruciamonti and 10 from Crimeni.
Robbio Loses a Tight Contest Against Opera After Third-Quarter Surge
Aironi Robbio absorbed a 76-70 defeat away to Opera Basket Club after a forty-minute battle that saw the lomellina side briefly seize the lead in the third quarter. Robbio weathered an initial 8-0 deficit after a timeout called by coach Gallina, stabilizing the contest to keep the score close through the first half. Out of the locker room, Robbio found its rhythm behind a barrage of perimeter shots from Sirchia, pushing ahead by three points heading into the final frame.
The game came down to execution in the final ten minutes. While Robbio missed critical offensive opportunities down the stretch, Opera capitalized through Rinke and a three-pointer from Carmagnola to secure the result. Sirchia finished with a game-high 21 points for the Aironi, with Avonto contributing 18 points and De Ros and Ferretti adding 10 points apiece.
Pallacanestro Pavia Dominates Nerviano from Start to Finish
Pallacanestro Pavia delivered a commanding 92-67 victory on the floor of Invalves Nerviano, controlling the contest from the opening tip. Ammannato and Cellerini sparked an immediate 7-0 opening run, setting a tone of defensive aggression that stifled the home side’s offense. Although Nerviano attempted to change tempo in the second half, Pavia answered every push to maintain their advantage.
The win featured a balanced scoresheet where every active Pavia player registered at least one basket. Zanetti and Cellerini led the scoring with 17 points each, while Ballarin chipped in 14 points. Coach Zappi pointed to the team’s early aggression and consistent execution on both ends of the floor as the foundation of the victory.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who led the scoring for Edimes Sanmaurense against Pallacanestro Milano? Ragagnin led Sanmaurense with 14 points in the 57-49 victory, followed by Bruciamonti with 11 points and Crimeni with 10 points.
What was the final score of the Pallacanestro Pavia away match? Pallacanestro Pavia defeated Invalves Nerviano 92-67, led by 17 points each from Zanetti and Cellerini.
When and who do the Aironi Robbio play next? Robbio plays a home fixture against Robur et Fides Varese on Sunday at 18:00 local time (UTC+1).
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