More positive than negative aspects in the Sassari team from some races to this part. The ease of the success obtained yesterday at the PalaSeradimigni against Naples (86-69) is a good sign. Above all for the standings, because it leaves open the road that can lead to the Final 8 of the Italian Cup, even if at least three victories in the remaining four games will be needed.

The defense was really effective, keeping an opponent under 70 points for the first time this season. As explained by assistant coach Gerry Gerosa: «After the first quarter we conceded just 16 points in the area to Naples, taking away their preferred outlet in attack». Another important fact: just 8 turnovers, the minimum since the start of the championship.

However, there is no time to enjoy the victory: tomorrow the team leaves for Malaga where they will face the already qualified home team in the last round of the group stage of the Champions League. Only a victory in Spana and the simultaneous defeat of Paok Thessaloniki in Dijon will guarantee third place and access to the play-ins.

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