Olimpia Milano Defeats Virtus Bologna 87-85 on Devon Hall Shot

Devon Hall’s Final Possession Decides the Derby

With the score tied at 85-85 following an offensive rebound and put-back by Virtus Bologna’s Aliou Diarra with 4.2 seconds remaining, Olimpia Milano took possession for the final play. Devon Hall, who had previously hit a critical three-pointer to put Milano up by three points with one minute left, took the final shot. Despite tight defensive pressure from Diarra, Hall converted the jumper at the buzzer to clinch the win. Hall finished the game with 12 points, trailing teammate Marko Guduric, who led the hosts with 14 points.

Virtus Bologna’s Rally and Second-Half Shift

Virtus Bologna struggled early, trailing by as many as 15 points during the first half. The visitors managed to narrow the gap to 47-41 by halftime, thanks to a late basket by Moses Wright. The momentum shifted significantly in the third quarter when Virtus Bologna outplayed the hosts, entering the final frame with a 67-66 lead after Rasheed Bello converted two free throws. Aliou Diarra led the visitors with 15 points, while Wendell Moore added 12, though their efforts were not enough to secure the win.

Tensions Flare at the Unipol Forum

Following the final whistle, the match concluded with elevated tensions between the two rosters. According to reporting from ilSussidiario.net, players Daniel Hackett and Garrison Matthews were involved in a heated post-game confrontation after several duels throughout the match. The two players had engaged in multiple physical duels throughout the match, which appeared to spill over after Hall’s game-winning shot.

Upcoming EuroLeague Schedule

Both Italian clubs face short turnarounds before their next EuroLeague fixtures:

• Bologna Virtus: Hosts Olympiacos at the PalaDozza on Thursday at 8:30 p.m.
• Olimpia Milano: Travels to face Baskonia on Friday at 8:30 p.m.

Both matches will be broadcast on Sky Sport Basket and NOW.