Givova Scafati edged BC Roma SPQR 53-51 in a tense, defense-first Lega Basket Serie A game on Sunday, November 1, 2026. The visitors found the decisive basket in the closing seconds and then survived a final Roma possession to leave with a narrow road victory.

Match overview

Points were hard to come by from the opening quarter. Givova Scafati led 14-12 after the first period, but BC Roma SPQR responded to take a 25-25 scoreline into halftime. The third quarter belonged to Scafati, who held Roma to 10 points and built a 35-41 advantage. Roma fought back in the fourth, tying the game late before Scafati delivered the winning play.

The final score of 53-51 reflects a contest dominated by half-court defense, missed shots, and long possessions. Neither team reached 60 points, and every possession felt significant in the closing minutes.

Key moments

• Scafati’s third-quarter run gave the visitors a six-point cushion entering the final period.
• Roma tied the game with under a minute left after a steal and transition basket.
• Scafati scored the go-ahead basket with seconds remaining, and Roma’s final three-point attempt rimmed out.

Tactical story

Both teams prioritized protecting the paint. Roma SPQR packed the lane and forced Scafati into perimeter shots, while Scafati switched aggressively on screens and denied easy catch-and-shoot opportunities. The result was a slow, physical game with very few clean looks.

Scafati’s advantage came on the offensive glass and at the free-throw line. The visitors created second chances during the decisive third-quarter stretch and made just enough late free throws to stay in front. Roma’s defense was strong enough to keep the game close, but the home side’s shooting slump in the third quarter proved costly.

Standout performers

Scafati’s guards handled the pressure well and made the key plays in the final minute. Their composure at the end of a low-scoring game was the difference. For Roma SPQR, the defensive effort was excellent for long stretches, and the team’s fightback in the fourth quarter showed character, but the offense could not find a reliable late scoring option.

Season impact

The 53-51 win is the kind of gritty road result that can boost a team’s confidence in Lega Basket Serie A. Givova Scafati will take satisfaction from winning without a strong offensive night, while BC Roma SPQR will view the loss as a missed opportunity after competing defensively for 40 minutes.