Reyer Venezia edged out Virtus Bologna 89-85 in a thrilling Lega Basket Serie A encounter on June 5, 2026, at Palasport Taliercio. The match, tipped off at 2:00 AM local time, saw the home side hold off a fierce comeback from the league leaders in a contest that swung repeatedly before a tense final minute.

Match Overview

Venezia came into the game needing a win to secure a top‑four finish, while Virtus Bologna were already assured of the regular‑season title but wanted to maintain momentum heading into the playoffs. The first quarter was a tactical battle, with both teams trading baskets. Venezia’s aggressive defense forced seven early turnovers, helping them build a 26–20 lead after ten minutes.

The second quarter saw Virtus find their rhythm from beyond the arc, hitting four three‑pointers to pull within 46–44 at halftime. However, Reyer’s bench provided a spark, and they extended the lead to 10 points in the third quarter before Virtus responded with an 11‑3 run to cut the deficit to 69–66 heading into the final period.

Key Moments

• Venezia’s 10‑point surge early in the fourth quarter – A quick 7‑0 run forced a Virtus timeout with 5:30 left.
• Virtus Bologna’s late rally – Trailing 86–78 with 1:20 on the clock, they scored two quick baskets and forced a turnover to make it 86–83 with 30 seconds remaining.
• Clutch free‑throw shooting – Reyer point guard Marco Spissu calmly sank three of four free throws in the final 20 seconds to seal the victory.

Standout Players

• Marco Spissu (Venezia) – Finished with 22 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds, including key plays down the stretch.
• Milos Teodosić (Virtus) – Nearly recorded a triple‑double with 18 points, 9 assists, and 7 rebounds, but his three‑point attempt at the buzzer missed.
• Amedeo Della Valle (Venezia) – Provided energy off the bench with 15 points and 5 rebounds in 24 minutes.

Impact on the Standings

The win lifted Reyer Venezia to a 22‑8 record, securing the fourth seed for the postseason. Virtus Bologna, already crowned regular‑season champions with a 26–4 mark, suffered only their fourth loss but remain heavy favorites for the Scudetto. The two sides could meet again in the semifinals, and this result will give Venezia confidence.

What’s Next

Venezia will close the regular season on the road against Vanoli Cremona, while Virtus host Brindisi before preparing for the quarterfinals. Both teams will aim to fine‑tune their rotations ahead of the playoffs.