BOLOGNA — Baskonia defeated Virtus Bologna 72-82 in EuroLeague Matchday 37, securing their third consecutive victory. The Vitoria-based team relied on Eugene Omoruyi's outstanding performance with 22 points, supported by Timothé Luwawu-Cabarrot (19) and Mamadi Diakite (11). For Virtus, Derrick Alston Jr. (19 points), Daniel Hackett (15), and Carsen Edwards (13) led the effort.
The game began with a highly intense Baskonia, especially on the defensive end. The visiting team struck first with a forceful start that allowed them to open an early 15-2 lead, setting the tone from the opening minutes of this EuroLeague matchday.
Despite the poor start, Virtus Bologna managed to react progressively and stay competitive. The Italian squad gradually cut into the deficit as the minutes passed, eventually evening out the contest.
Baskonia's most delicate moment came in the third quarter, when Virtus Bologna managed to briefly take the lead on the scoreboard. Derrick Alston Jr., with 19 points, led the home team's comeback attempt, while Daniel Hackett and Carsen Edwards provided scoring to sustain the rally.
However, Baskonia's response was immediate. The team directed from the Vitoria bench regained control of the game thanks to Eugene Omoruyi's offensive production, who finished with 22 points, and the consistent support of Timothé Luwawu-Cabarrot, who added 19. With several decisive plays down the stretch, the visitors reopened a gap that proved decisive.
In the final minutes, Baskonia managed their lead with composure and closed out the game without drama to secure the 72-82 victory in this EuroLeague matchday.
With this result, Baskonia extends their winning streak to three consecutive victories in the EuroLeague and reaches a record of 13-24, the same mark as Virtus Bologna, both teams sharing 17th place in the standings.
In the final matchday of the EuroLeague regular season, Virtus Bologna will visit Maccabi Tel Aviv, while Baskonia faces a challenging trip to Belgrade to face Partizan.