Ferrara, Italy – May 9, 2026 – In a thrilling Serie B Basket clash that came down to the final possession, Bk2018 Ferrara edged out Fulgor Fidenza 82–79 in front of a passionate home crowd. The match, played late in the regular season, had major implications for playoff positioning, and both sides delivered a contest worthy of the occasion.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Ferrara looked to establish control on their home floor. The first quarter saw the hosts jump out to a 24–18 lead, powered by crisp ball movement and aggressive drives to the rim. Fulgor Fidenza, however, refused to back down. The visitors tightened their defense in the second period and cut the deficit to just 42–40 at halftime. The third quarter turned into a back-and-forth battle, with neither team able to pull away. Entering the final frame, the score was knotted at 62–62.

The fourth quarter was a showcase of clutch execution. Ferrara’s backcourt duo combined for 14 points in the last ten minutes, while Fidenza’s sharpshooting kept them within striking distance. With the score 80–79 and under 20 seconds left, Ferrara’s defense forced a tough jumper that missed, and a free throw sealed the 82–79 final margin.

Key Moments

• First-quarter energy: Ferrara opened with a 10–2 run, setting the tone early.
• Fidenza’s response: The visitors erased a nine-point third-quarter deficit with a 12–2 spurt, tying the game at 58–58.
• Crunch-time defense: With 30 seconds left and Ferrara leading 80–79, Fidenza’s point guard drove the lane but was blocked by Ferrara’s power forward, preserving the lead.
• Free-throw composure: Ferrara made 18 of 23 free throws (78.3%) compared to Fidenza’s 12 of 17 (70.6%), a subtle but crucial difference.

Standout Players

Bk2018 Ferrara – The home team was led by guard Andrea Rossetti, who poured in 24 points on 9-of-16 shooting, including three three-pointers. His ability to create off the dribble kept Fidenza’s defense unbalanced. Center Marco Bellini added a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, anchoring the paint on both ends.

Fulgor Fidenza – Forward Lorenzo Bianchi was the visitors’ top scorer with 22 points, hitting 4 of 7 from beyond the arc. Guard Edoardo Conti chipped in 16 points and 8 assists, but turned the ball over three times in the final period, which proved costly.

Tactical Story

Ferrara’s game plan centered on attacking the paint, where they outscored Fidenza 40–28. They also controlled the glass, grabbing 38 rebounds to Fidenza’s 30. On the defensive end, Ferrara switched effectively on screens, forcing Fidenza into contested mid-range jumpers. The visitors, known for their three-point shooting (averaging 9.8 makes per game), were held to 8 of 25 from deep (32%).

Fidenza tried to speed up the tempo in the second half, using full-court pressure that generated 12 Ferrara turnovers. But the hosts’ half-court defense tightened when it mattered most, and their bench contributed 18 points to Fidenza’s 11.

Season Impact

The victory improved Ferrara’s record to 18–12, keeping them firmly in the top six of the Serie B Basket standings. Fulgor Fidenza dropped to 16–14, now level with several teams fighting for the final playoff spots. With only four games remaining in the regular season, every result carries extra weight. Ferrara’s win gives them a crucial tiebreaker advantage over Fidenza, who will need to regroup quickly.

“This was a playoff-level game,” said Ferrara head coach Gianluca Nardi post-match. “Our guys showed incredible heart down the stretch. We knew Fidenza would fight until the end, and we matched their intensity.”

Fulgor Fidenza will look to bounce back when they host bottom-tier Forlì next weekend, while Ferrara travels to face league leaders Udine in what promises to be another test of their postseason credentials.