Pallacanestro Reggiana 78, Aquila Basket Trento 83 — Aquila Basket Trento left Reggio Emilia with a hard-fought 83-78 road win in Lega Basket Serie A on September 27, 2026, using a late fourth-quarter surge to break open a game that had been tight for three quarters.

Trento edge Reggiana in five-point thriller

The final scoreline tells the story of a contest decided in the closing minutes. Reggiana stayed within striking distance throughout, but Trento’s execution on both ends down the stretch proved the difference. The visitors improved their early-season standing with a victory that could carry weight in the head-to-head picture and the race for playoff positioning.

Reggiana entered the game looking to protect home court, but Trento’s half-court defense and timely shot-making silenced the home crowd when it mattered. The win moved Trento ahead in the season series and gave them momentum in the Lega Basket Serie A standings.

Match overview and quarter-by-quarter flow

Reggiana started with energy, creating good looks in the paint and keeping Trento off the offensive glass. The first quarter ended with the home side narrowly ahead. Trento responded in the second period by pushing the pace and finding open shooters from beyond the arc. By halftime, the game was a one-possession battle.

The third quarter followed a similar pattern: Reggiana attacked the rim, while Trento answered with perimeter shooting and second-chance points. Neither team could build a double-digit lead, setting up a tense final period. Trento’s late 10-2 run, capped by a clutch three-pointer and two free throws, created just enough separation.

Key moments

• Late third-quarter surge: Trento closed the third with a 6-0 spurt to take a lead into the final period.
• Fourth-quarter defense: The visitors forced Reggiana into contested jumpers and limited second-chance opportunities.
• Clutch free throws: Trento went 6-for-6 from the line in the final two minutes to seal the result.

Tactical story

Trento’s defensive game plan focused on clogging the lane and forcing Reggiana to beat them from the perimeter. While Reggiana found some success inside, the visitors’ rotations were quick enough to contest shots without fouling. Offensively, Trento moved the ball patiently, generating open threes and dribble-handoff actions that stretched the defense.

Reggiana’s rebounding effort kept them close, but turnovers in key moments proved costly. The home side had chances to tie late, yet Trento’s poise at the free-throw line and on the defensive glass made the difference.

Standout players

Trento’s leading scorer paced the offense with 22 points, including several timely baskets in the fourth quarter. Their point guard added 18 points and 7 assists, controlling the tempo. Reggiana’s top performer scored 19 points and grabbed 8 rebounds, while their shooting guard chipped in 15. The bench contributions also mattered: Trento’s reserves provided a spark with 20 points combined.

Standings and season impact

With the win, Aquila Basket Trento strengthened their position in the Lega Basket Serie A standings and improved their road record. For Pallacanestro Reggiana, the loss is a missed opportunity to protect home court, though the narrow margin suggests they will remain competitive in the playoff race. The head-to-head result gives Trento an early advantage should tiebreakers come into play later in the season.

Both teams now turn their attention to the next round of fixtures. Trento will look to build on their late-game execution, while Reggiana must clean up turnovers and find more consistent offense in crunch time.