Basketball: Italy-France 77-78 after extra time

(ANSA) – ROME, AUGUST 12 – The Italy of basketball came out defeated but with honor and only after an extra time (77-78) from the friendly against France, Olympic vice-champion played in Bologna, the first of the four that Azzurri face in preparation for the European Championship. Best blue scorer Simone Fontecchio, with 24 points.

“There was a great intensity, and I’m happy with the performance – commented coach Gianmarco Pozzecco after the match – We passed the ball well, conceding little, and doing the things we plan to do. Too bad for the last ones. two pitches, but I am very happy that Nico (Mannion) and Marco (Spissu) have taken the responsibility. We thank John Petrucelli, who will not continue the preparation with us. He is a wonderful boy, who has given us a great hand both in Holland, both in this first part of summer. The great presence of the Bolognese public is an excellent sign. Those who came to the palace tonight will return home with a wonderful memory “. (HANDLE).

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