Polpharma Starogard Gdanski 79–78 Spojnia | Poland 1st Division | 23 May 2026

Polpharma Starogard Gdanski snatched a dramatic 79–78 road victory over Spojnia in a nail‑biting Poland 1st Division contest. The visitors scored the game‑winning basket with 2.1 seconds left, handing Spojnia a heartbreaking defeat in front of their home fans.

Game Flow

The match was tight throughout, with neither team leading by more than seven points. Spojnia started strongly, taking a 22–18 lead after the first quarter, but Polpharma clawed back to tie the game at 38–38 at halftime. The third quarter saw both teams trade baskets, ending 60–59 in favour of the hosts.

The final period was a classic see‑saw affair. Spojnia held a 78–77 lead with 20 seconds remaining when Polpharma’s guard drove the lane, drew a defender, and kicked to an open teammate who nailed a mid‑range jumper. A last‑second three‑pointer from Spojnia rimmed out, sealing the victory for the visitors.

Decisive Moments

• Clutch shot: Polpharma’s shooter was left wide open after a defensive breakdown and capitalised to give his team the lead.
• Missed free throws: Spojnia missed two crucial free throws with 1:05 left that could have extended their lead to three points.
• Final defensive stand: Polpharma’s defense contested the final shot well, with the Spojnia shooter off‑balance.

Key Players

Polpharma’s leading scorer finished with 22 points, including the game‑winner. Spojnia’s point guard notched 18 points and 10 assists, but his team will rue missed opportunities at the charity stripe (12/18 overall).

Standings Update

The victory pulls Polpharma level on points with Spojnia in the mid‑table logjam, improving their survival hopes. Spojnia, now on a three‑game losing streak, drop to 11th and face a tough run of fixtures ahead.