Lisboa e Benfica 86–61 UD Oliveirense | Liga Portuguesa de Basquetebol | 23 May 2026

Lisboa e Benfica delivered a commanding performance to dismantle UD Oliveirense 86–61 on home court, extending their unbeaten run in the Liga Portuguesa de Basquetebol. The Eagles dominated from start to finish, showcasing their depth and defensive intensity ahead of the playoffs.

Match Report

Benfica opened the game with a 12–2 run and never looked back, leading 25–14 after the first quarter. The defense stifled Oliveirense’s primary scorers, forcing them into tough shots and 16 turnovers. By halftime, the margin had ballooned to 48–28, effectively putting the game out of reach.

Oliveirense showed some fight in the third quarter, cutting the lead to 62–48, but Benfica responded with a 10–0 spurt to re‑establish a 22‑point cushion. The bench contributed 34 points, underscoring the team’s depth. Benfica’s three‑point shooting (12/28) and rebounding advantage (45–31) were decisive.

Key Statistics

• Benfica shot 52% from the field and held Oliveirense to 37%.
• The hosts out‑rebounded the visitors 45–31, with 14 offensive boards leading to 18 second‑chance points.
• Oliveirense’s leading scorer managed only 15 points on 5‑of‑16 shooting.

Season Context

Benfica now sits atop the LPB standings with a comfortable lead, while Oliveirense remains in the middle of the pack. The result further cements Benfica’s status as the team to beat heading into the postseason, where they will aim for a deep run.