BC Roma SPQR produced a dominant 108-70 victory over Derthona Basket in Lega Basket Serie A on Sunday, October 4, 2026, delivering one of the most complete offensive performances of the young season.
Match Overview
Roma SPQR set the tone immediately, racing to a 28-16 lead after the first quarter. The second period was even more one-sided, with the hosts outscoring Derthona 27-18 to take a commanding 55-34 halftime lead. There was no let-up after the break: Roma won the third quarter 26-20 and the fourth 27-16, finishing with a 108-70 rout that had the home crowd on its feet well before the final buzzer.
- Q1: Roma SPQR 28-16
- Q2: Roma SPQR 27-18
- Q3: Roma SPQR 26-20
- Q4: Roma SPQR 27-16
- Final: BC Roma SPQR 108-70 Derthona Basket
Key Moments
Roma SPQR never trailed and effectively put the game out of reach with a 15-2 run late in the second quarter. The sequence featured three consecutive three-pointers, a blocked shot that led to a transition dunk, and a pair of steals that forced Derthona into hurried decisions. Derthona briefly found some offensive rhythm early in the third, but Roma answered every mini-run with efficient ball movement and sharp outside shooting.
Standout Players
Roma SPQR guard Marco Bellini was the game's top scorer with 26 points, 8 assists, and 4 three-pointers. Forward Andre Coleman added 20 points and 9 rebounds, while Matteo Ricci contributed 14 points off the bench. Derthona Basket were led by Luca Farnesi with 15 points and Tommaso Rinaldi with 12, but the visitors shot poorly from beyond the arc and were out-rebounded for much of the night.
Standings and Season Impact
The win boosts BC Roma SPQR in the Lega Basket Serie A standings and sends a clear message about their offensive ceiling. A 38-point margin is the kind of result that can lift a team's confidence for weeks. For Derthona Basket, it is a night to review defensively, especially their transition coverage and three-point closeouts. The two sides will meet again later in the season, and Derthona will be eager to produce a far more competitive response.

