openjobmetis Varese Ends Season at Home with a Win

Openjobmetis Varese triumphed over Basketball Trieste with a final score of 85-80, concluding their home season on a positive note.This victory brings a sense of accomplishment after a challenging series of games. For Trieste, the loss represents a missed opportunity to gain ground in the standings, though their sixth-place standing remains within reach pending the results of the final game of the season.

Match Analysis: A Back-and-Forth Battle

The game was characterized by intense competition, with both teams exchanging points throughout. Varese’s ability to establish a lead of nine points during the third quarter proved crucial, as they successfully fended off Trieste’s attempts to close the gap. Trieste, despite playing against a Varese team with seemingly less at stake, struggled to capitalize on the opportunity.

Key Performances

Davide Alviti emerged as Varese’s top performer, scoring 21 points and securing 4 rebounds, with an impressive 4/8 from beyond the arc. Jaylen Hands contributed substantially with 20 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Matteo Librizzi added 16 points and 3 assists, while Mitrou-Long scored 15 points. The collective effort highlighted Varese’s energy and improved defensive execution under Coach Kastritis.

Markell Brown led Trieste with 20 points and 8 rebounds. Candussi and Valentine each scored 11 points. Though, Trieste’s 10 turnovers, coupled with subpar performances from Ross and Uthoff, hindered their chances of securing a win. Despite the loss, Trieste’s aspirations for sixth place remain alive, contingent on their performance against Sassari.

Detailed Match Statistics

• Progressive Scores: 19-19; 39-35; 66-57; 85-80
• Quarter scores: 19-19; 20-16; 27-22; 19-23

Team Rosters

Openjobmetis Varese: Akobundu-Ehioghae 6, Alviti 21, Mitrou-Long 15, Antelli 2, Antelli 2, Revenzani, Exposito, Virginio, Ferraro, Librizzi 16, Hands 20. Coach: Kastritis

Basketball Trieste: Obljubek, Pajola, Ross 9, Deangeli, Uthoff 9, Campogrande, Candussi 11, Brown 20, Brooks 6, Mcdermott 7, johnson 7, Valentine 11. Coach: Christian