Dinamica Mantova won game 2 against Ferrara at the end of an intense and tension-filled battle, imposing 74-68 at PalaBam and taking a 2-0 lead in the playoff series.
A hard-fought victory built with character and determination against a much more aggressive and organized Mobyt Ferrara than in game 1.
The game remained in balance until the final minutes, with continuous lead changes and great defensive intensity on both sides.
Ferrara also managed to put its nose ahead in the finale, taking advantage of some of Dinamica’s offensive difficulties and the rising tension on the parquet.
Changing the inertia of the match, however, were decisive plays by Mike Nardi and Johndré Jefferson.
Nardi’s triple and Jefferson’s baskets in the final minute finally broke the balance and gave the Stings a heavyweight victory.
Johndré Jefferson once again confirmed himself as one of the leaders of Dinamica Mantova, dragging the team in the most complicated moments of the game.
The long red and white player struggles under the basket, wins important fouls and signs decisive points in the finale, contributing decisively to the break that closes the contest.
Also important was the contribution of Ramon Clemente, who was crucial in terms of intensity and defensive presence.
Dinamica does not play its best offensive game, struggling to shoot and losing several balls, but shows maturity and mental solidity in decisive moments.
In fact, the Stings find three of their four team triples in the very last quarter, when the pressure is highest and every possession weighs enormously.
Coach Morea’s team thus confirms its ability to win even on the most complicated nights.
The end of the game is unfortunately also marked by tense moments in the locker room tunnel.
According to reports, the incident stemmed from a racially motivated slur directed at Jefferson, a situation that reportedly provoked an immediate reaction and ignited tempers between players on the two teams.
An unfortunate episode that ruined in part an intense but remained fair challenge on the parquet throughout the contest.
With the 2-0 win at PalaBam, Dinamica Mantova will now come to Ferrara with the goal of closing the series already in Game 3.
Mobyt will try to reopen the confrontation in front of its public, while the Stings arrive at the appointment strong from two victories obtained with quality, grit and personality.