

Edilizia Moderna Rimini claimed a commanding 82–70 victory over Tezenis Verona in a Serie A2 clash on June 13, 2026, at the Palasport Flaminio. The win strengthened Rimini’s position in the promotion race, while Verona were left to rue a second‑half slump that cost them a chance to stay in the playoff picture.
Match overview
From the opening tip, both sides traded baskets in a high‑tempo first quarter. Rimini’s inside presence and Verona’s perimeter shooting kept the scoreboard tight. However, the home side found its rhythm in the second period, building a double‑digit lead by halftime. Verona fought back after the break, cutting the deficit to four points, but Rimini responded with a decisive 10‑0 run early in the fourth quarter to put the result beyond doubt.
Key moments
- First‑quarter surge: Verona’s quick ball movement opened up early looks from three, but Rimini’s transition buckets kept them level at 22‑22.
- Halftime separation: A 12‑2 run late in the second quarter gave Rimini a 47‑35 cushion at the break.
- Verona’s revival: Guard play sparked a 9‑0 spurt in the third quarter, narrowing the gap to 60‑56.
- Rimini’s knockout blow: A 10‑0 run midway through the fourth quarter, capped by a steal and fast‑break dunk, restored a 76‑62 lead and silenced the visitors’ comeback hopes.
Tactical story
Rimini’s defensive adjustments after the third quarter were instrumental. By switching onto Verona’s shooters and clogging driving lanes, the home side forced six turnovers in the final period. Offensively, Rimini attacked the paint relentlessly, drawing fouls and converting from the line. Verona, meanwhile, struggled with rim protection and saw its three‑point percentage drop dramatically after halftime.
Standout players
- Rimini: Forward Luca Nobile led all scorers with 24 points and grabbed 8 rebounds. Point guard Marco Rossi dished out 9 assists and added 14 points.
- Verona: Shooting guard Andrea Bianchi kept the visitors afloat with 20 points, including four three‑pointers, but received little support from the bench.
Table and season impact
The victory lifted Rimini to sixth in the Serie A2 standings, keeping them within striking distance of the top four and direct promotion spots. For Verona, the loss dropped them to ninth, leaving them in a battle for the final playoff berths with only five games left in the regular season. Rimini’s ability to close out tight games will be crucial as the club pushes for a return to Lega Basket Serie A.
