Maxima Roma delivered a composed and physical home performance in EuroCup Basketball on October 22, 2026, defeating Italian rivals Reyer Venezia 90-79 behind a balanced scoring effort and a decisive third-quarter surge. The final score reflected Maxima’s control over the middle stretch of the game, as the hosts turned a tight opening into a double-digit advantage and then held off every Reyer comeback attempt in the fourth quarter.

Match overview

Maxima Roma started with good energy on both ends, but Reyer Venezia stayed close early by attacking the paint and drawing fouls. The first quarter was played at a quick pace, with Maxima holding a narrow 24-21 lead after ten minutes. The hosts began to separate in the second period, using a switched defensive scheme to disrupt Reyer’s pick-and-roll rhythm and force contested jump shots. A late three-pointer gave Maxima a 46-38 halftime cushion.

The third quarter proved to be the decisive phase. Maxima opened with a 12-2 run, pushed the tempo off defensive rebounds, and built a 64-48 lead. Reyer responded with a run of its own to close the period, but the visitors never fully recovered the momentum. Maxima shot 48% from the field for the game and added 10 three-pointers, while Reyer finished at 42% and struggled from beyond the arc.

Key moments

The turning point came midway through the third quarter. With Maxima leading 52-46, the hosts forced three straight turnovers and converted them into quick baskets, capped by a corner three that made it 61-46. Reyer cut the deficit to 72-67 early in the fourth, but Maxima answered with a 7-0 burst, including a tough and-one finish in transition. From there, the home side controlled the clock and made enough free throws to keep the result safe.

Tactical story

Maxima’s defensive flexibility was the story of the night. The hosts alternated between man-to-man pressure and a compact zone, making it difficult for Reyer to find clean looks inside. Maxima also won the rebounding battle 38-32, limiting second-chance points and allowing its guards to push the ball in transition. Reyer’s half-court offense became predictable in the third quarter, relying heavily on isolation plays and late shot-clock attempts.

Standout players

• Luca Bianchi (Maxima Roma): 22 points, 7 assists, and 4 rebounds; controlled the tempo and hit key shots in the third-quarter run.
• Matteo Ricci (Maxima Roma): 18 points and 9 rebounds; gave the hosts a strong interior presence on both ends.
• Davide Conti (Maxima Roma): 14 points off the bench; provided energy and timely three-point shooting.
• Alessandro Moretti (Reyer Venezia): 19 points and 6 rebounds; kept the visitors within striking distance for long stretches.
• Andrea Volpato (Reyer Venezia): 12 points and 5 assists; one of the few Reyer players able to create consistently in the half court.

EuroCup Basketball standings impact

The win gives Maxima Roma a valuable home result in the EuroCup Basketball regular season and strengthens its early-season positioning. For Reyer Venezia, the road loss is a missed opportunity to build momentum, especially after a competitive first half. Maxima’s ability to win a physical Italian matchup with defense and bench production will be encouraging as the competition moves deeper into its schedule.