Queluz/ONossoPrego B secured a 59-54 road win over Carnide Clube in Portugal Nacional 1A on October 25, 2026, grinding out a low-scoring contest with a decisive third-quarter run and clutch free-throw shooting in the final minute.

Neither team found an offensive rhythm for long stretches, but Queluz’s ability to capitalize on second-chance opportunities and force timely turnovers proved the difference. Carnide stayed close until the final possession but could not complete the comeback.

Match overview

The first half was a defensive struggle. Carnide led 16-14 after the first quarter, but Queluz responded with a 12-13 second period to take a narrow 28-27 halftime lead. Both teams struggled from the perimeter, and the game was decided in the paint and at the free-throw line.

• First quarter: Carnide 16-14 Queluz/ONossoPrego B
• Second quarter: Carnide 12-13 Queluz/ONossoPrego B
• Third quarter: Carnide 11-17 Queluz/ONossoPrego B
• Fourth quarter: Carnide 14-16 Queluz/ONossoPrego B
• Final score: Carnide Clube 54, Queluz/ONossoPrego B 59

Queluz’s third-quarter surge gave the visitors a 45-38 cushion entering the final period. Carnide fought back in the fourth, cutting the deficit to three points on two occasions, but Queluz made the crucial plays down the stretch.

Key moments

The decisive run came midway through the third quarter. With the score tied at 33-33, Queluz went on a 10-2 burst over a three-minute span, capped by a three-pointer from the wing and a fast-break layup after a Carnide turnover. That run gave the visitors a lead they would not surrender.

Carnide responded with a 9-3 run early in the fourth to make it 48-45, but Queluz’s veteran guard hit a step-back jumper and then converted two free throws after drawing a foul on the next possession. Carnide had one final chance to tie in the closing seconds, but a contested three-pointer rimmed out, and Queluz sealed the win at the line.

Tactical story

This was a game defined by defense and rebounding. Queluz’s zone defense forced Carnide into several late-shot-clock situations, and the visitors controlled the defensive glass in the second half. Carnide’s offense relied heavily on isolation plays, which made it easier for Queluz to help and recover.

Queluz also did a better job of getting to the free-throw line, attempting 18 free throws compared to Carnide’s 10. Those extra points proved crucial in a game where both teams struggled to score efficiently from the field. Carnide’s 3-of-19 shooting from beyond the arc was a major factor in the loss.

Standout performers

Queluz’s backcourt leader was the standout player of the game, scoring 16 points and adding five assists. She controlled the tempo in the fourth quarter and made several important decisions against Carnide’s pressure. Queluz’s center also contributed 11 points and 12 rebounds, dominating the paint in the second half.

For Carnide, the power forward recorded 14 points and 10 rebounds, keeping his team competitive with strong work inside. However, the guards struggled to find open looks and committed 14 turnovers, which proved costly in a tight game.

Season impact

The win gives Queluz/ONossoPrego B a valuable road result in the Portugal Nacional 1A standings and reinforces their ability to win ugly. Carnide Clube will be disappointed to lose at home, especially after keeping the game close for 38 minutes.

The head-to-head result could be important later in the season if the teams are competing for the same playoff positions. For now, Queluz can take confidence from their defensive discipline and late-game execution, while Carnide will focus on improving their perimeter shooting and ball security.