Vivo Franca 68 – 66 CAIXA Brasília Basquete
Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) – May 29, 2026

Vivo Franca edged out CAIXA Brasília Basquete 68‑66 in a tense Novo Basquete Brasil contest on May 29, 2026. The match was a defensive battle from start to finish, with neither team able to build a lead larger than seven points. In the end, it was Franca’s composure in the final minute that decided the outcome.

How It Unfolded

Both teams traded baskets for most of the game, with Brasília relying on their strong interior game while Franca used ball movement to create open looks. The score was tied at 64‑64 with under two minutes to play. Franca’s shooting guard sank a mid‑range jumper with 45 seconds left, and after a defensive stop, a free throw made it a three‑point game. Brasília had a chance to tie at the buzzer but missed a contested three‑pointer.

Key Numbers

Franca won the turnover battle (10 to 16) and outscored Brasília 22‑12 in points off turnovers. The home team also shot 80% from the free‑throw line, compared to Brasília’s 65%. Leading the way for Franca was their power forward, who recorded a double‑double with 16 points and 12 rebounds. Brasília’s top scorer finished with 19 points, but he was held to 7‑of‑18 shooting.

NBB Standings Context

This narrow win keeps Vivo Franca within striking distance of the league leaders, while CAIXA Brasília drops a game in the tightly contested middle of the NBB table. Both teams demonstrated playoff‑caliber defense, and this result could have significant seeding implications later in the season.