Virtus Bologna overcome short-handed Armani Exchange Milan in the big match of the Serie A / News - Basketnews.com

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The big match of the Serie A ended with a big win for Virtus Bologna (21-3) against AX Armani Exchange Milan (19-5). Milan was in an emergency situation, missing 7 players, and Virtus left them with no hope during the game, controlling the rhythm from the beginning till the very end. The final score was 83-65 (22-16, 24-18, 25-15, 12-16).

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In the second half, Virtus Bologna's superiority became even more evident with the team coached by Sergio Scariolo being able to increase the lead and never giving Milan the opportunity to get back into the game. The difference under the basket was evident, with Virtus Bologna grabbing 16 rebounds more than Milan.

With Armani Exchange facing many absences, Virtus Bologna took control of the game in the first half, finishing up by 12 points (46-34). Kyle Weems contributed with 11 points, while Mouhammadou Jaiteh almost had a double-double already in the first half with 8 points and 10 rebounds. Nicolò Mellì, 8 points, and Tommaso Baldasso, 9, tried to keep Milan afloat.

For Virtus Bologna, Mouhammadou Jaiteh, Kyle Weems, and Isaia Cordinier all finished with 18 points apiece.

For Armani Exchange Milan, on the other hand, the top scorer was Ben Bentil with 15 points.

Virtus Bologna: Mouhammadou Jaiteh 18 (15 REB), Kyle Weems 18, Isaia Cordinier 18, Toko Shengelia 10 (7 REB)

Armani Exchange Milan: Ben Bentil 15, Tommaso Baldasso 12, Nicolò Melli 10 (5 REB)

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