Derthona Basket 89-79 San Pablo Burgos: Third-Quarter Surge Seals Home Victory
Derthona Basket defeated San Pablo Burgos 89-79 in EuroCup Basketball on Thursday, October 22, 2026, breaking open a tight contest with a decisive third-quarter run. The Italian side trailed by a point at halftime but flipped the game after the break, combining aggressive rebounding with improved perimeter defense.
The first quarter belonged to Derthona, who led 24-20 behind quick ball movement and early success in the paint. Burgos responded in the second period, tightening their defense and forcing Derthona into contested shots. A 22-19 advantage in that quarter sent the teams into halftime with Derthona ahead 43-42.
How the Game Turned
The third quarter was the defining stretch. Derthona outscored Burgos 26-17, turning a one-point halftime lead into a 69-59 cushion. The run was powered by offensive rebounds and second-chance points, as Derthona repeatedly extended possessions against a Burgos front line that struggled to close out defensive possessions.
Burgos never fully recovered. The fourth quarter was tied 20-20, but Derthona’s defense did enough to keep the visitors at arm’s length. Burgos shot just 4 of 18 from three-point range and committed 14 turnovers, undermining their comeback attempts.
Standout Performers and Key Numbers
Luca Bianchi led Derthona with 22 points, repeatedly attacking closeouts and drawing fouls. Andrea Conti added 17 points, while Matteo Ferri finished with 14 points and seven rebounds. Derthona’s 12 offensive rebounds and 19 second-chance points were decisive in a game where both teams otherwise shot the ball at similar rates.
San Pablo Burgos were led by Diego Navarro’s 18 points and Omar Diallo’s 16, but the Spanish side lacked a consistent third scorer. Derthona’s 55% shooting in the second half told the story of a team that made the necessary adjustments after a scrappy opening 20 minutes.
EuroCup Impact
The 89-79 win gives Derthona Basket an important home result in the EuroCup Basketball standings and highlights their ability to win in different ways. Burgos will look to correct their perimeter shooting and defensive rebounding before their next fixture. For Derthona, the third-quarter performance is the template: pressure on the ball, control of the glass and enough shot-making to pull away.

