Monferrato Holds Off Dany Basket Quarrata 83-82 in Serie B Nail-Biter

In a heart-stopping Serie B Basket contest on May 22, 2026, Monferrato edged Dany Basket Quarrata 83-82 in a game decided by a last-second defensive stop. The home victory kept Monferrato's playoff hopes alive in a tightly contested group.

Match Overview

The match at Monferrato's PalaFerraris was a back-and-forth affair featuring 10 lead changes. Neither team led by more than seven points throughout. The final minute saw Quarrata take an 82-81 lead, only for Monferrato to respond with a clutch layup from guard Lorenzo Zampini with 12 seconds left. Quarrata missed a potential game-winning three at the buzzer.

Key Moments

The fourth quarter was a frenzy of scoring runs. With 2:30 remaining, Monferrato led 79-74, but Quarrata scored eight unanswered points to go up 82-79. Monferrato then answered with four straight points, and Zampini's heroics sealed the win.

Tactical Story

Monferrato's defense forced 16 turnovers, leading to 19 points. They also shot well from the free-throw line (20-of-25). Quarrata relied on three-point shooting (13-of-31) and second-chance points, but their inability to secure key rebounds in the final minute proved costly.

Standout Players

• Monferrato: Guard Lorenzo Zampini finished with 20 points and 5 assists, including the game-winning basket. Forward Matteo Da Ros contributed 18 points and 9 rebounds.
• Dany Basket Quarrata: Shooting guard Tommaso Gatto scored a game-high 26 points (5-of-8 from three). Point guard Marco Santi added 14 points and 7 assists.

Season Impact

Monferrato moved into the playoff positions in their group, while Quarrata remained just outside the top eight. Both teams are battling for survival in a highly competitive Serie B campaign. The result gives Monferrato a crucial tiebreaker advantage should standings be tight at season's end.