Dany Basket Quarrata Holds Off Monferrato in Thrilling Serie B Showdown

In a highly competitive Serie B Basket encounter on May 27, 2026, Dany Basket Quarrata secured an important 87–79 home victory over Monferrato, improving their standing in the mid-season race. The match, played in front of an energetic home crowd, saw Quarrata control the tempo for most of the night, but Monferrato never allowed the lead to become comfortable, pushing the hosts until the final buzzer.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, both teams displayed intensity. Quarrata jumped to an early advantage, using a fast-paced offense that caught Monferrato off guard. By the end of the first quarter, the home side held a 24–18 lead. Monferrato responded in the second period, tightening their defense and forcing turnovers, but Quarrata’s balanced scoring kept them ahead at halftime, 44–38.

The third quarter proved decisive. Quarrata’s frontcourt dominated the boards, creating second-chance opportunities. Captain Marco Belli scored 12 of his game-high 23 points in the third, helping stretch the lead to as many as 14 points. However, Monferrato, led by guard Alessandro Rossi, mounted a furious rally in the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to just five points with three minutes remaining.

Key Moments & Tactical Story

• Third quarter surge: Quarrata outscored Monferrato 26–18, fueled by Belli’s inside presence and three pointers from Andrea Nardi (who finished with 18 points).
• Monferrato’s comeback attempt: Rossi scored 10 points in the fourth quarter, including two three-pointers, but Quarrata’s defense made key stops in the final two minutes.
• Free throw execution: Quarrata shot 85% from the line (17-of-20), sealing the game when Monferrato was forced to foul.

Standout Players

Marco Belli (Quarrata): The veteran forward was unstoppable in the paint, grabbing 11 rebounds to go with his 23 points. His leadership on both ends was crucial.

Alessandro Rossi (Monferrato): The dynamic guard finished with 27 points and 6 assists, keeping his team in the game almost single-handedly. He also had 4 steals.

Season Impact

The win lifts Dany Basket Quarrata to a 12–7 record, strengthening their playoff position in Group A of Serie B Basket. Monferrato falls to 10–9, but remains in contention for a postseason spot. The head-to-head result could prove vital when tiebreakers are applied later in the season.