A tightly contested quarterfinal clash in the Brazil Sao Paulo Cup saw Limeira edge past F.R. Diadema 1D with an 88–84 victory on May 23, 2026. The home side held their nerve in the final minutes to secure a hard-fought win and advance in the competition.

Match Overview

Played at Limeira’s home arena, the game lived up to its billing as a high‑intensity knockout encounter. Both teams traded baskets through the first three quarters, with Diadema 1D relying on swift transition plays and Limeira finding production from their inside‑out attack. The score remained within a single possession for most of the night before Limeira pulled away in the closing stages.

The final quarter proved decisive. After Diadema 1D tied the game at 78–78 with four minutes remaining, Limeira responded with a 10‑6 run, sealing the win from the free‑throw line.

Key Moments

• Late‑game composure: Limeira made 6 of 8 free throws in the last two minutes, while Diadema 1D missed critical attempts from the stripe.
• Turnover battle: Diadema 1D committed 16 turnovers, many in the third quarter when Limeira built a slim lead.
• Second‑chance points: Limeira’s offensive rebounding (12 boards) led to 14 second‑chance points, a decisive advantage.

Standout Players

Limeira’s veteran guard controlled the tempo, finishing with 22 points and 7 assists, while their center added a double‑double of 18 points and 14 rebounds. For Diadema 1D, the starting backcourt combined for 45 points, but no other player reached double figures.

Season Impact

With this victory, Limeira moves to the semifinals of the Brazil Sao Paulo Cup, keeping alive their hopes of lifting the trophy for the first time since 2021. Diadema 1D exits the competition after a brave performance, but their focus now turns to league play.

The win also improves Limeira’s head‑to‑head record against Diadema 1D to 3–1 in all competitions, reinforcing their status as a rising force in São Paulo state basketball.