GAME SUMMARY
1.º Q 2.º Q 3.º Q 4.º Q
43-22
71-33
101-40
Women’s basketball team Benfica beat CPN Basket, 101-40, this Sunday, November 24, at
Fidelidade, in a game from the 7th round of the 1st stage of the National Championship.
the incarnate aristocracy was well established. The Eagles were digging a hole, which was very difficult for CPN Basket to overcome in the first quarter. So after the first ten minutes, the Reds won 23-14.
In the second room not only did history repeat itself, but a greater dimension was also acquired. Benfica was ahead – and how – in front of the scoreboard, so that the opponents added the first two points, The Eagles had already collected 12, winning 35-16and it’s six minutes into the second quarter.
At this rate, when the horn sounded that signaled the arrival of the break, the team coached by Eugénio Rodrigues won 43-22.
The two periods that followed were the two periods that came to an end. The eagles were effective, mainly through the hands of Mariana Silva – scored 19 points – and Milica Ivanovic – scored 13 – and were threatening to reach 100 points.
When at the end of the 3rd periodthe red ones won 71-33the three digits were 29 points away, and, the the team coached by Eugénio Rodrigues had the best performance.
That’s all for the last 10 minutes, Benfica scored 30 points and conceded only seven. When the score was 96-37, Diana Baptista scored three points (99-37)and, shortly after, the same basketball player, with a well-aimed shot, not only on the the national champions broke the 100 point barrierhow the outcome was determined i 101-40.
On Wednesday, November 27, at 8:30pm, the Benfica hosts GEAS Basket at Pavilhão Fidelidade, in a match from the sixth round of Group K of the Women’s EuroCup.
CONFIRMATIONS
Eugênio Rodrigues (Benfica coach): “On the one hand, making the right frame, we faced a weak opponent with several injuries and that allowed us to be a little more relaxed. It is also necessary to defend this issue, that not everything is wrong when things are not going well. -Verse. 50 percent in the two-point area and a reduced number of turnover which helped to have a full bouquet, offensively and defensively.”
Artémis Afonso (Benfica winger/post): “The analysis I can do is almost perfect. We also made some mistakes, but, in fact, we were very serious during the game. We managed to condition the other team, we followed the instructions given by our coach us and what we were training during the week. [Besiktas, na Champions] with a high level of intensity and difficulty, but also with good indications. We got here, we did our job and everyone contributed. [Regresso à competição] It was an incredible feeling, I didn’t get to participate and be with the team.”
Tiara Young, Vitória Dias, Marta Rodrigues, Mariana Garrido and Tori Deperry
Raquel Rosa, Ana David Alves, Carolina Ferreira, Mariana Delgado, Francisca Borges and Rita Rodrigues
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23-14 43-22 71-33 101-40
Mariana Silva (19), Milica Ivanovic (16), Evelyn Ovner (13), Marcy Gonçalves (11), Raphaella Monteiro (9), Sydney Brown (9), Isabela Quevedo (8), Diana Baptista (5), Artêmis Afonso (5), Inês Viana (4) and Leonor Peixinho (2)
– What were the key highlights from the Benfica vs. CPN Basket women’s basketball match?
Women’s Basketball Match Report
Benfica Beats CPN Basket, 101-40
This Sunday, November 24, at Pavilhão Fidelidade, Benfica triumphed over CPN Basket in a game from the 7th round of the 1st stage of the National Championship.
| Quarter | Score |
|---|---|
| 1st Quarter | 23-14 |
| 2nd Quarter | 43-22 |
| 3rd Quarter | 71-33 |
| Final Score | 101-40 |
Match Summary
Benfica established dominance early, leading 23-14 after the first quarter. The second quarter saw them extend their lead to 35-16 before halftime, ending the period at 43-22.
In the second half, Benfica continued their strong performance, propelled by standout players Mariana Silva (19 points) and Milica Ivanovic (13 points). The team ended the third quarter with a commanding 71-33 lead.
In the final quarter, Benfica scored 30 points while allowing only seven from CPN Basket. The highlight came when Diana Baptista hit a critical three-pointer that exceeded the 100-point mark, sealing the game at 101-40.
Upcoming Match
On Wednesday, November 27, at 8:30 PM, Benfica will host GEAS Basket at Pavilhão Fidelidade in a match from the sixth round of Group K of the Women’s EuroCup.
Coach and Player Comments
Eugênio Rodrigues (Benfica coach): ”On one hand, making the right frame, we faced a weak opponent with several injuries which allowed us to be a little more relaxed. However, it’s important to note that not everything is wrong when things are not going well. We achieved 50 percent efficiency in the two-point area and maintained a reduced number of turnovers, contributing to a solid performance both offensively and defensively.”
Artémis Afonso (Benfica player): “The analysis I can do is almost perfect. Despite some mistakes, we maintained seriousness throughout the game. We managed to condition the other team while following the instructions from our coach. Everyone contributed, and it was an incredible feeling to return to competition.”
