Corinthians edged out Pitágoras Minas 103-97 in a thrilling Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) clash on May 10, 2026, at the Ginásio Wlamir Marques in São Paulo. The home side dug deep in the fourth quarter to secure a hard-fought victory in a game that featured relentless offensive tempo and lead changes throughout.

Match Overview

From tip-off, both teams showcased why they are among the NBB’s most entertaining sides. Corinthians came out firing, using quick ball movement and aggressive drives to the rim, while Pitágoras Minas answered with sharp three-point shooting and effective transition plays. The first half ended with Corinthians holding a slim 52-49 advantage. The second half saw Pitágoras Minas mount a strong rally, briefly taking a lead midway through the third quarter behind the energy of their backcourt. However, Corinthians responded with a decisive 11-2 run late in the fourth quarter, eventually closing out the six-point win.

Key Moments

• Third-quarter surge: Pitágoras Minas opened the second half with a 15-6 run, taking a 64-58 lead with 5:30 left in the period. Corinthians called a timeout and immediately responded with a 10-2 spurt to regain control.
• Fourth-quarter composure: With the game tied at 90-90 and four minutes remaining, Corinthians guard Lucas Cipolini sank a step-back three-pointer and followed it with a driving layup to give his team a five-point cushion that they never surrendered.
• Free-throw clinic: Corinthians sealed the game at the charity stripe, converting 8-of-10 free throws in the final two minutes to keep Pitágoras Minas at arm’s length.

Standout Players

For Corinthians, forward Eduardo França was unstoppable, pouring in a game-high 28 points on 11-of-16 shooting, including 4-of-6 from beyond the arc. Point guard Henrique Coelho added 17 points and 9 assists, orchestrating the offense with poise. Pitágoras Minas was led by shooting guard Alexey Borges, who tallied 24 points and 6 assists, and center Rafael Oliveira, who recorded a double-double with 15 points and 12 rebounds.

Impact on the NBB Standings

The victory bolstered Corinthians’ position in the upper half of the NBB table, pushing them to a 22-12 record and strengthening their push for a top-four seed heading into the playoffs. Pitágoras Minas, now at 19-15, remain in contention for a playoff spot but will need to tighten their defense down the stretch, having allowed over 100 points in two of their previous three losses.

This match was a testament to the high level of competition in the Novo Basquete Brasil, where every game carries significant weight in the race for postseason positioning. Fans in São Paulo left the arena buzzing after witnessing an intense, high-scoring battle that lived up to its billing.