Vigevano Edges Past Virtus Roma in Hard-Fought Serie B Basket Clash

In a tense Serie B Basket encounter on June 22, 2026, MiroRadici Finance Vigevano secured a narrow 71–67 victory over Virtus Roma at the PalaBonomi. The home side held their nerve in a low-scoring fourth quarter to deny Roma a potential comeback and maintain momentum in the championship standings.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, both teams displayed disciplined defensive schemes that made scoring a premium. Vigevano leaned on their inside presence and transition opportunities, while Virtus Roma attempted to dictate tempo through pick-and-roll actions and perimeter shooting. The final scoreline reflects a game decided by execution in crucial possessions rather than a flurry of offensive fireworks.

Key Moments

• First Half Balance: The first two quarters saw five lead changes, with neither side able to pull away by more than six points. Vigevano’s bench provided a spark late in the second quarter to take a 38–35 halftime lead.
• Third Quarter Surge: Vigevano came out with renewed energy after the break, stretching the lead to 56–48 on a pair of fast-break finishes. However, Virtus Roma responded with a 9–2 run to cut the deficit to one by the end of the period.
• Clutch Fourth Quarter: The final frame featured rugged defense and missed shots from both teams. With less than two minutes remaining, Virtus Roma had a chance to tie, but a turnover and a missed three-pointer sealed their fate. Vigevano calmly converted free throws down the stretch to close out the 71–67 win.

Tactical Story

Vigevano’s game plan centered on controlling the defensive glass and limiting second-chance points. They succeeded in holding Virtus Roma to just six offensive rebounds, while converting those stops into 12 fast-break points. Offensively, the home team relied on high ball screens to create mismatches inside, drawing fouls and converting at the free-throw line—they shot 18-of-22 from the stripe.

Virtus Roma, meanwhile, struggled with consistency from beyond the arc, hitting only 7 of 24 three-point attempts. Their leading scorers found it difficult to operate in Vigevano’s compact zone, forcing them into contested mid-range shots. Despite a strong effort on the defensive end, Roma’s inability to execute in the half-court offense in the final three minutes proved costly.

Standout Players

• MiroRadici Finance Vigevano: Forward Matteo Rossi led all scorers with 19 points and added 8 rebounds, anchoring both ends of the floor. Point guard Lorenzo Bianchi contributed 14 points and 6 assists, orchestrating the offense under pressure.
• Virtus Roma: Guard Gianluca Moretti posted a team-high 17 points and 4 steals, keeping Roma competitive. Center Alessandro Verdi put up a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds but was limited by foul trouble in the fourth quarter.

Impact on the Standings

This victory moves Vigevano to a 16–9 record in Serie B Basket, strengthening their position inside the playoff picture. For Virtus Roma, the loss drops them to 13–12, leaving them in a mid-table battle with several teams chasing the final postseason spots. With the season approaching its decisive weeks, every win carries extra weight, and Vigevano’s ability to grind out close contests like this one underscores their resilience.

Head coach Fabio Nardi praised his team’s poise after the game: “We knew Roma would fight until the last second. We stayed calm, executed our sets, and made the plays when it mattered most. That’s the identity we want to build.”