Luiss Roma held off San Giobbe Chiusi 91-87 in a high-scoring Serie B Basket thriller on October 19, 2026. The hosts used a late 6-0 run to break an 85-85 tie and secure a hard-fought home victory. It was an entertaining game defined by shot-making, pace, and a series of momentum swings.

A fast-paced first half

Luiss Roma came out attacking the basket, while San Giobbe Chiusi answered with crisp perimeter shooting. The first quarter ended 22-20 in Luiss’s favor, and the visitors briefly took the lead in the second quarter behind three consecutive three-pointers. Luiss responded with a balanced scoring run before halftime and went into the break with a narrow 45-44 advantage.

• First quarter: Luiss Roma 22-20 San Giobbe Chiusi
• Second quarter: Luiss Roma 23-24 San Giobbe Chiusi
• Third quarter: Luiss Roma 21-19 San Giobbe Chiusi
• Fourth quarter: Luiss Roma 25-24 San Giobbe Chiusi
• Final score: Luiss Roma 91-87 San Giobbe Chiusi

Key moments

The fourth quarter was a back-and-forth affair. San Giobbe Chiusi tied the game at 85-85 with just over two minutes remaining on a step-back jumper from Federico Marini. Luiss Roma answered with a patient possession that ended in an Alessandro Conti drive, then forced a turnover and converted a fast-break layup. Two free throws sealed the win, capping a 6-0 run in the final 90 seconds.

Tactical story

Luiss Roma’s ability to score in the paint proved decisive. The hosts finished with a 44-30 advantage in paint points and repeatedly attacked Chiusi’s interior defense off dribble penetration. San Giobbe Chiusi stayed in the game with perimeter shooting, making 11 three-pointers, but Luiss’s offensive rebounding and free-throw advantage helped offset Chiusi’s hot shooting from deep.

Standout performers

Alessandro Conti led Luiss Roma with 26 points and seven assists, controlling the game in the clutch. Matteo De Santis added 19 points and 10 rebounds, giving the hosts a strong inside presence. San Giobbe Chiusi was paced by Federico Marini’s 23 points and Lorenzo Gatti’s 18 points. Marini’s shot-making kept the visitors close, but Luiss had the final answer.

What the result means

The win is a confidence boost for Luiss Roma, who showed they can win a high-possession game against a quality shooting team. For San Giobbe Chiusi, the loss is a narrow one, but it highlights the importance of late-game stops. In the Serie B Basket standings, this result gives Luiss early momentum and reinforces their ability to close out tight games at home.