The Romania Basketball Cup continued with a high-scoring affair on October 1, 2026, as Targu Mures powered past Municipal Galati 109-83. The home side delivered a statement performance, combining relentless offense with timely defensive stops to secure a comfortable win in front of their home crowd.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Targu Mures set the tone with aggressive ball movement and sharp outside shooting. They raced out to an early double-digit lead and never looked back, leading 28-18 after the first quarter and extending the advantage to 58-40 by halftime. Municipal Galati struggled to contain Targu Mures’ transition attack, committing 14 turnovers that the hosts converted into 22 points. The third quarter saw Targu Mures put the game out of reach with a 31-20 run, and the final period was largely academic as both benches emptied.

Key Moments

• First-quarter surge: Targu Mures opened with a 12-2 run, capped by back-to-back three-pointers from their starting shooting guard.
• Second-quarter lock-down: A 10-0 burst midway through the second quarter pushed the lead to 20, forcing Galati into a timeout.
• Third-quarter knockout: The hosts scored on seven consecutive possessions to start the second half, effectively ending any comeback hopes.
• Garbage-time energy: Targu Mures’ reserves maintained the intensity, stretching the final margin to 26 points.

Standout Performers

Targu Mures’ backcourt was sensational, with point guard Andrei Popescu dictating tempo and finishing with 24 points and 9 assists. Shooting guard Vlad Ionescu added 22 points, including five three-pointers, while center Mihai Dumitrescu controlled the paint with 18 points and 12 rebounds. For Municipal Galati, small forward Cristian Stan fought hard with 19 points, but he lacked consistent support. Galati’s leading scorer on the season, Alexandru Marin, was held to just 11 points on 4-of-15 shooting.

What It Means

The win sends Targu Mures into the next round of the Romania Basketball Cup with momentum and a clear message to the rest of the field. Their 109-point outburst is the highest team total in the competition so far this season, underlining their offensive firepower. Municipal Galati will need to regroup quickly, as their defense has now conceded over 100 points in two of their last three cup outings. Targu Mures will look to carry this form into their next fixture, while Galati faces a crucial stretch to keep their cup hopes alive.