Pallacanestro Brescia Cruises Past Trieste in Lega Basket Serie A
Pallacanestro Brescia continued their strong home form with a comfortable 90–75 victory over Pallacanestro Trieste in Lega Basket Serie A action on May 26, 2026. The win keeps Brescia firmly in the playoff race while Trieste struggles to escape the lower half of the standings.
Match Summary
Brescia controlled the game from start to finish, using a balanced scoring attack and stifling defense to neutralize Trieste's primary weapons. The home team led 48–38 at halftime and never allowed Trieste to get closer than eight points in the second half. A decisive 15–4 run in the third quarter effectively put the game out of reach.
Star Players
- Brescia's forwards dominated the paint, combining for 38 points and 22 rebounds.
- Trieste's backcourt managed only 12 points on 4-of-17 shooting, well below their season averages.
- Brescia's point guard orchestrated the offense flawlessly, recording 9 assists against just 2 turnovers.
Where the Game Was Won
The key battleground was the three-point line. Brescia connected on 12-of-27 attempts (44%), while Trieste managed just 5-of-25 (20%). Brescia also excelled in transition, scoring 22 fast-break points compared to Trieste's 8. Second-chance points heavily favored the home side as well (18–6), thanks to 13 offensive rebounds.
Season Context
Brescia improves to 15–9 in the Lega Basket Serie A, solidifying sixth place and putting pressure on fifth-place Tortona. Trieste drops to 10–14, remaining in 12th place but still within striking distance of a playoff spot if they can string together wins. Brescia's home record now stands at an impressive 9–2, making them a formidable opponent for any visiting team.
Notable Sequences
- First Quarter: Brescia uses a 9–2 run to take a 23–17 lead.
- Second Quarter: Trieste's center scores 8 points in the period, but Brescia answers with three triples to maintain a double-digit advantage.
- Third Quarter: A 15–4 burst capped by a fast-break dunk pushes Brescia's lead to 75–55.
- Fourth Quarter: Both teams empty their benches as Brescia cruises to the final score.
PalaLeonessa in Brescia provided a lively atmosphere as the home fans celebrated another important victory. With the regular season entering its final stretch, Brescia looks poised to make a deep run, while Trieste must quickly regroup to keep their postseason hopes alive.

