By Eurohoops/ info@eurohoops.net
Brescia bounced back in impressive fashion to level their Italian League semi-final series against Olimpia Milano, claiming an 85-79 victory in Game 2 and earning their first win of the matchup.
Amedeo Della Valle led the way for the home side with a brilliant offensive display, finishing as the game’s top scorer with 28 points. The Italian guard delivered when his team needed him most, while Nikola Ivanovic provided crucial support with 26 points of his own to help Brescia even the series.
For Olimpia Milano, Leandro Bolmaro was the standout performer, leading the visitors with 15 points, but his efforts were not enough to prevent Brescia from securing the win.
The opening 20 minutes were closely contested, with neither side able to establish a significant advantage. Brescia, however, managed to gain some momentum before the break and headed into halftime with a 42-36 lead after edging a highly competitive first half.
The second half proved to be even tighter, as both teams traded baskets and remained within striking distance throughout. With the game hanging in the balance down the stretch, Brescia’s efficiency from the free-throw line made the difference. The hosts remained composed under pressure and converted key attempts to seal the 84-79 victory.
Despite the defeat, Olimpia Milano can take some consolation from their trip to Brescia. Having split the opening two games of the series, they have regained home-court advantage and now return to Milan knowing that victories in the next two games would secure their place in the Italian League Finals.
Legabasket playoffs
Quarterfinals
(1) Virtus Bologna 3-2 Trento (8)
(4) Reyer Venezia 3-2 Tortona (5)
(2) Brescia 3-2 Trieste (7)
(3) Olimpia Milano 3-0 Reggio Emilia (6)
Semifinals
(1) Virtus Bologna 0-1 Reyer Venezia (4)
(2) Brescia 1-1 Olimpia Milano (3)
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