Tezenis Verona Triumphs Over Edilizia Moderna Rimini in Serie A2 Showdown

In a tightly contested Serie A2 match, Tezenis Verona defeated Edilizia Moderna Rimini 83–75 on June 15, 2026. The victory strengthens Verona's position in the promotion race, while Rimini must now fight to stay in playoff contention with the regular season winding down.

Match Overview

The game was played at a high tempo from the opening tip. Both teams traded baskets in the first quarter, but Verona’s defensive adjustments in the second half proved decisive. Rimini, playing on home court, struggled to contain Verona’s perimeter shooting and fast-break execution. The final score of 83–75 reflects Verona’s consistent edge in transition points and second-chance opportunities.

Key Moments

• First Quarter: Rimini came out aggressively, taking an early 22–19 lead behind strong inside play from their frontcourt.
• Second Quarter: Verona responded with a 12–2 run sparked by two three-pointers from guard Alessandro Cappelletti, giving them a 42–37 halftime lead.
• Third Quarter: Verona extended the lead to 12 points (64–52) by capitalizing on Rimini turnovers. Rimini’s shooting percentage dropped to 38% in the period.
• Fourth Quarter: Rimini mounted a late rally, cutting the deficit to four points with two minutes remaining, but Verona’s free-throw shooting (8/9 in the final quarter) sealed the win.

Standout Players

Tezenis Verona: Guard Marco Contento led all scorers with 22 points, including 4-of-7 from beyond the arc. Center Davide Bovo added a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds, controlling the paint. Point guard Filippo Ghirelli contributed 8 assists and 3 steals, orchestrating the offense efficiently.

Edilizia Moderna Rimini: Forward Riccardo Visconti posted 18 points and 7 rebounds in a losing effort. Captain Simone Berti chipped in 15 points off the bench, but the team’s overall 3-point shooting (28%) was a major factor in the defeat.

Impact on the Standings

With this result, Tezenis Verona moves to 18–10 on the season, cementing their hold on fourth place in the Gruppo Est (East Group) of Serie A2. They are now just two games behind the third-place team in the race for home-court advantage in the promotion playoffs. Edilizia Moderna Rimini falls to 15–13, slipping to sixth place but still within striking distance of a postseason berth. Every remaining game carries immense weight as the regular season enters its final two weeks.

Looking Ahead

Verona will host ninth-place Treviglio in their next fixture, while Rimini faces a difficult road trip to second-place Pistoia. Both teams have proven they can compete with the league’s best, but consistency in the final stretch will decide their fates. If Rimini hopes to keep their promotion dreams alive, they must shore up their perimeter defense and find secondary scoring beyond Visconti.