Vivo Franca Edges Out E.C. Pinheiros São Paulo in NBB Clash

In a thrilling Novo Basquete Brasil (NBB) encounter on June 8, 2026, Vivo Franca defeated E.C. Pinheiros São Paulo with a final score of 85–76 at home. The victory reinforced Franca’s reputation as one of the league’s most consistent forces, while Pinheiros showed resilience despite dropping the road contest.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, Vivo Franca controlled the tempo, using sharp ball movement and aggressive defense to build an early lead. Pinheiros, known for their perimeter shooting and transition play, fought back in the second quarter, cutting the deficit to just four points by halftime. However, Franca’s depth and experience proved decisive in the third quarter, where they outscored their opponents 24–18 to establish a double-digit cushion that Pinheiros could not overcome.

Key Moments

• First-quarter surge: Franca opened with a 28–18 run, capitalizing on fast breaks and high‑percentage inside scoring.
• Pinheiros rally: A 15‑6 stretch midway through the second period, fueled by three‑pointers from the visiting bench, brought the game within striking distance.
• Decisive third quarter: Franca’s defense forced five turnovers and limited Pinheiros to just 14 points, swinging momentum for good.
• Clutch free‑throw shooting: Franca converted 18 of 22 foul shots in the fourth quarter to seal the win.

Standout Players

For Vivo Franca, guard Lucas Dias led all scorers with 24 points and added seven rebounds, showcasing his ability to score inside and from mid‑range. Forward Marcio Santos contributed a double‑double with 14 points and 12 boards, anchoring the paint on both ends. On the Pinheiros side, Henrique Coelho poured in 21 points and dished out six assists, but his effort wasn’t enough to overcome Franca’s collective strength.

Season Impact

The win improved Vivo Franca’s record to 23–7, keeping them firmly in the top three of the NBB standings and solidifying their candidacy for a deep playoff run. For E.C. Pinheiros São Paulo, the loss dropped them to 16–14, placing them in a tight battle for a postseason berth. With several regular‑season games remaining, every victory matters as the league approaches its decisive phase.

Fans at the Ginásio Poliesportivo in Franca were treated to an intense, well‑executed game that highlighted the NBB’s growing quality. Both teams will look to adjust before their next matchups, with Franca aiming to maintain momentum and Pinheiros seeking to bounce back.