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Virtus Pallacanestro Bologna

01-07 03:30

83 - 79

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Virtus Bologna held off a late charge from Zalgiris Kaunas to win 83-79 in a tense EuroLeague battle on January 7, 2026. The narrow four-point victory was a testament to Virtus's composure down the stretch, as they secured a hard-fought home win. Virtus seemed to be cruising for much of the game, building a 15-point lead in the third quarter through strong interior play. However, Zalgiris mounted a furious comeback in the final period, fueled by full-court pressure and timely three-point shooting, cutting the deficit to just two points with under a minute to play. In the closing seconds, Virtus's veteran guard drew a foul and calmly sank two free throws to provide the final margin of victory. The game's focus was on the dramatic shift in momentum, with Zalgiris's defensive intensity nearly completing an improbable comeback. The win was vital for Virtus Bologna's position in the upper half of the table. The Virtus coach acknowledged the need to close games better, while the Zalgiris manager praised his team's never-say-die attitude.