Pallacanestro Reggiana pulled off a narrow 81-79 road upset over Reyer Venezia in a Lega Basket Serie A thriller on February 16, 2026. In a dramatic finish, the visiting Reggiana side made the crucial plays in the final seconds to snatch a two-point victory from one of the league's powerhouse teams. The game lived up to its billing as a classic Italian league battle, with Venezia's home-court advantage being neutralized by Reggiana's disciplined play. The score was tied in the final minute before a well-executed set play resulted in a go-ahead basket for Reggiana. Venezia had a chance to tie or win on the final possession, but a contested shot fell short at the buzzer. The victory was a massive statement for Reggiana's playoff ambitions, while Venezia suffered a surprising home defeat. The Venezia coach took responsibility for the final play call, while the Reggiana staff celebrated a monumental team effort.