FC Porto lose to Benfica (89-73) in game 1 of basketball play-off final | OneFootball

The first derby of the Portuguese Basketball League play-off final went Benfica’s way. FC Porto lost in Lisbon by 89-73 and now trail in the decisive series, which continues on Tuesday, again at the Pavilhão da Luz (7:00 pm, RTP2).

In a first quarter played at high intensity and marked by Porto’s poor efficiency, especially from three-point range, the home team took control of the scoreboard and closed the opening ten minutes with an 11-point lead (23-12). The trend continued in the second period, with the offensive numbers explaining the gap recorded at half-time (46-27).

Although they were more clinical in the second half – they even won the fourth quarter 27-15 – the Dragons made up some ground, but never managed to level a game in which the difficulties in attacking the Lisbon side’s basket were the main distinguishing factor. Corey Allen (13), Miguel Maria (13) and Gonçalo Delgado (12) were FC Porto’s top scorers.

Match sheet

BENFICA 89-73 FC PORTOPortuguese Basketball League, play-offs, final, game 1June 7, 2026Pavilhão da Luz

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