Gema Montecatini 73 - 61 San Giobbe Chiusi
Serie B Basket | May 11, 2026

Gema Montecatini used a dominant second-quarter defensive effort to build an insurmountable lead and cruise past San Giobbe Chiusi 73–61 in Serie B action. The home side improved to a strong record at the PalaTerme, while San Giobbe Chiusi saw their four-game winning streak snapped.

Match Overview

The first quarter was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading baskets and the score tied at 19–19 after ten minutes. But the complexion of the game changed dramatically in the second quarter. Montecatini locked in defensively, holding San Giobbe to just 7 points in the period while scoring 22 of their own. The 41–26 halftime lead was more than enough to withstand any comeback attempt.

San Giobbe Chiusi fought valiantly in the third quarter, cutting the deficit to 10 points, but Montecatini’s experience and composure prevented any further erosion. The hosts controlled the tempo in the fourth, milking the shot clock and forcing Chiusi into difficult late-shot attempts. The final margin of 73–61 did not flatter the winners.

Key Performers

• Gema Montecatini: A balanced scoring effort saw five players reach double figures. The team's point guard orchestrated the offense with 6 assists and no turnovers, while the power forward added 14 points and 7 boards.
• San Giobbe Chiusi: Their shooting guard put up 18 points, but he went 2-of-8 from three-point range, emblematic of a poor shooting night for the visitors (35% from the field).

Turning Point

The 15–0 run Montecatini put together in the second quarter, which included three consecutive steals leading to fast-break points, broke the game wide open. San Giobbe Chiusi never recovered from that defensive onslaught.

Season Impact

Montecatini’s win solidifies their position in the top half of the Serie B table and keeps them within striking distance of a playoff berth. For San Giobbe Chiusi, the loss halts their recent momentum and drops them back to .500, making their next home game a must-win to stay in contention for postseason positioning.