In a high‑scoring encounter in Serie B Basket, Rucker Sanve overcame a spirited challenge from Cestistica San Severo to claim a 90–84 road victory on May 14, 2026. The game was played at a fast pace from start to finish, and Rucker Sanve’s superior depth and shooting efficiency ultimately proved too much for the home side to handle.

Match Overview

Cestistica San Severo came out firing, determined to protect their home court. They built an early lead behind sharp perimeter shooting, but Rucker Sanve responded with a balanced attack, tying the game at 48–48 just before halftime. The second half saw Sanve slowly take control, using a 12–4 run in the third quarter to establish a lead they would never relinquish.

San Severo fought back in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to three points on multiple occasions, but Sanve always had an answer — either a key stop or a timely basket. The final score of 90–84 reflects a game that was competitive until the final minute but ultimately controlled by the visitors.

Key Moments

• Fast start for San Severo: The home team hit five three‑pointers in the first quarter, racing out to a 28–22 lead. Guard Alessandro Foti scored 10 of his 18 points in the opening period.
• Sanve’s response: Rucker Sanve’s coach called a timeout early in the second quarter, and the team responded with full‑court pressure that forced turnovers and led to fast‑break points. They outscored San Severo 26–18 in the second quarter to tie the game.
• Decisive run: With the score tied at 58–58 early in the third, Sanve went on a 12–4 run, sparked by three consecutive layups from center Leonardo Tessari and a corner three from guard Marco Bortolussi.
• Late push falls short: San Severo cut the lead to 86–84 with 45 seconds remaining, but Sanve’s forward Giacomo Zeni made a critical putback dunk and then San Severo missed a potential tying three, allowing Sanve to seal the win at the free‑throw line.

Standout Players

For Rucker Sanve, Leonardo Tessari was dominant inside with 24 points and 11 rebounds, while Marco Bortolussi added 20 points and 6 assists. On the San Severo side, Alessandro Foti’s 18 points and Giacomo Moretti’s 16 points led the charge, but insufficient defensive stops in the second half cost them.

Impact on the Serie B Standings

This victory strengthens Rucker Sanve’s position in the upper half of the Serie B table, keeping them in contention for the promotion playoffs. For Cestistica San Severo, the loss is a setback, but the team showed offensive firepower that gives hope for the remaining games. Both sides will look to build on different aspects of this performance as the season heads toward its climax.

The Serie B league continues to produce entertaining, high‑energy basketball, and this match was another example of the competitiveness that defines Italian basketball’s third tier.