MiroRadici Finance Vigevano 82, Faenza 67 – Serie B Basket, 15 May 2026

MiroRadici Finance Vigevano delivered a commanding performance on the road, cruising past Faenza 82-67 in a Serie B Basket clash that saw the visitors seize control early and never look back. The victory strengthens Vigevano’s position in the mid-table race, while Faenza slip further into the relegation conversation after a disjointed display on their home floor.

Match overview: visitors take charge from the first quarter

Vigevano came out with clear intent, building a double-digit lead by the end of the first quarter. Their ball movement and defensive pressure forced Faenza into rushed shots and costly turnovers. By halftime, the margin had stretched to 14 points, and despite a brief Faenza surge in the third quarter, Vigevano’s composure from the free-throw line and sharp perimeter shooting kept the hosts at arm’s length.

The final period saw Faenza attempt a full-court press, but Vigevano’s guards broke it efficiently, converting fast-break opportunities. The final 82-67 scoreline reflects a game that was more lopsided than the raw numbers suggest, as Vigevano controlled the tempo for all but a few minutes.

Key moments: where the game turned

• First-quarter blitz: Vigevano opened with a 12-2 run, capitalising on Faenza’s slow transition defence. Three straight three-pointers from the visitors forced an early Faenza timeout.
• Third-quarter resistance: Faenza cut the deficit to 9 points midway through the third, sparked by a pick-and-roll combination from their frontcourt. But Vigevano answered with a 7-0 spurt, anchored by a steal and dunk that swung momentum back.
• Clutch free-throw shooting: In the fourth quarter, Vigevano went 10-of-11 from the charity stripe, sealing any hope of a Faenza comeback.

Standout performers

MiroRadici Finance Vigevano were led by their starting guard, who finished with 22 points and 6 assists, consistently breaking down Faenza’s man-to-man defence. The team’s centre added a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds, dominating the glass on both ends. On the losing side, Faenza’s top scorer managed 18 points, but his inefficient shooting (6-of-17 from the field) highlighted the team’s offensive struggles.

Tactical story: pace, pressure and paint control

Vigevano’s game plan revolved around pushing the pace in transition and attacking the paint. They outscored Faenza 38-22 in points in the paint and converted 15 turnovers into 20 points. Faenza, by contrast, relied heavily on mid-range jumpers and were unable to establish any consistent inside presence. The home team also struggled to defend without fouling, sending Vigevano to the line 28 times compared to their own 14 attempts.

Standings and season impact

With this victory, Vigevano improve to a 14-13 record, sitting comfortably in the middle of the Serie B table and still within striking distance of the playoff spots. Faenza drop to 10-17, now three games above the relegation zone but with a tougher schedule ahead. For Faenza, every loss from here puts survival further at risk, while Vigevano will look to build momentum in their upcoming home fixtures.

The result also marks Vigevano’s third consecutive win against teams in the bottom half of the league, a run that coach Luca Ghiroldi will hope to extend as the regular season enters its decisive phase.