Pato claimed a 90-86 victory over E.C. Pinheiros Sao Paulo in a high-octane Novo Basquete Brasil encounter on December 28, 2024. The home team held off a late surge from the traditional Sao Paulo powerhouse to secure a valuable four-point win. Pato's offense was firing on all cylinders for much of the night, building a double-digit lead through three quarters of explosive scoring. Pinheiros, known for their resilience, mounted a fierce comeback in the final period, applying full-court pressure and hitting difficult shots to cut the deficit to a single possession. In the tense final minute, Pato's veterans stepped up, hitting key free throws to ice the game at 90-86. The result is a statement win for Pato in the NBB, demonstrating their ability to compete with the league's established contenders.