Targu Mures Cruise Past Municipal Galati 93-73 in Romania Basketball Cup

Targu Mures delivered a commanding 93-73 road victory over Municipal Galati in the Romania Basketball Cup on September 26, 2026. The visitors controlled the game from the second quarter onward, using superior shooting and defensive pressure to pull away. The win moves Targu Mures forward in the cup competition and leaves Municipal Galati with plenty to address.

Match Overview

Municipal Galati started with energy and kept the first quarter close, but Targu Mures led 24-18 after ten minutes. The second quarter proved decisive, as Targu Mures outscored Galati 23-17 and took a 47-35 halftime lead. A 12-0 run early in the second period broke the game open. Targu Mures maintained its advantage throughout the third quarter and entered the final period with a 72-55 cushion.

• Final score: Municipal Galati 73, Targu Mures 93
• League: Romania Basketball Cup
• Date: September 26, 2026
• Turning point: Targu Mures’ 12-0 run in the second quarter

Key Moments

The defining moment came midway through the second quarter. With Galati within six points, Targu Mures forced three straight turnovers and converted each into points. A fast-break layup, a corner three, and an and-one finish pushed the lead to 18 and silenced the home crowd. Galati tried to respond after halftime, but Targu Mures answered every run with efficient half-court execution.

Tactical Story

Targu Mures shot 52% from the field and made 13 three-pointers, while also recording 20 assists. The visitors moved the ball with purpose and repeatedly found open shooters against Galati’s rotating defense. Defensively, Targu Mures limited second-chance points and forced 15 turnovers. Municipal Galati shot just 40% from the field and struggled to generate consistent offense when the pace slowed.

Standout Players

Andrei Popescu led Targu Mures with 27 points and seven assists, orchestrating the offense with confidence. Mihai Ionescu added 18 points and 12 rebounds, while Vlad Georgescu contributed 15 points. For Municipal Galati, Alexandru Stan scored 17 points and Cristian Marin added 13, but the home side lacked the defensive stops needed to stay in contact.

Cup Implications

In the Romania Basketball Cup, strong road performances can define a team’s run, and Targu Mures delivered exactly that. The win puts them in a strong position to advance and builds momentum for the next stage of the competition. Municipal Galati will need to improve its shooting and turnover numbers if it is to bounce back in league play.