Madrid suffer defeat in Milan

Real Madrid’s eight-match winning streak came to an end on their visit to EA7 Emporio Armani Milan. The game began positively, but the home team’s remarkable performance from the three-point line kept our boys trailing, unable to find a response. Campazzo, with 25 points and a PIR of 28, was the standout performer for the team, who now face another European challenge against Paris Basketball at the Movistar Arena in 48 hours' time (Thursday, 8:45 pm CET).
The madridistas started off with contrasting form in Milan. A brilliant opening five minutes saw them score 17 points, including 10 from Lyles, to make it 9-17 as confidence surged. However, the scoring dried up completely in the next five minutes, and the Italians' direct play revolving around three-pointers (5) allowed them to finish the first quarter ahead thanks to Ellis and Leday's contributions (23-31, min. 10).
Trailing to three-pointers
The hosts were in superb form from the three-point line, which only boosted their confidence further. Lorenzo Brown and Brooks stepped up to propel EA7 Emporio Armani to a 14-point lead in the second quarter. Madrid tried their best to counter their opponent’s 10/17 success rate from beyond the arc, but a lack of outside threat made it tough. Campazzo, Feliz, and Lyles rallied the team to cut the deficit to 11 at halftime (50-39, min. 20).
Madrid came out far more intense and aggressive in defense at the start of the third quarter. At 57-41 with 24 minutes played, the dynamics of the game shifted. EA7 Emporio Armani Milan saw their numbers decline, making scoring more challenging. This defensive improvement by the madridistas was matched by smoother offensive play and four three-pointers. Campazzo (5 points) and Hezonja (8) combined for 13 consecutive points, bringing Scariolo's team back within 6 points, winning the quarter 16-21 (66-60, min. 30).
Madrid dig deep
An Okeke basket made it 66-62 with the entire final quarter still to play. Just as it seemed the comeback was on, the Italians responded from the three-point line, led primarily by Guduric (84-71, min. 37). Madrid refused to give up, throwing everything into the fight for victory. They came within inches - two Campazzo three-pointers (totaling 25 points and a PIR of 28) brought the team to within 4 points with just over a minute left to play. Yet another Guduric triple in the next play ultimately sealed the game, with the Italians achieving a 51.9% success rate from 6.75m (89-82, min. 40).
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