Nba Europe, even in Rome there are those who are uncomfortable

Even in Rome, there are those who are uncomfortable, and they are tranchant, on the NBA Europe issue. Fans of historic Virtus are also making themselves heard. “A team in our city is already there and should be supported,” the message that is circulating. It is worth remembering that on April 20, 2019, with an 83-88 victory on the court of Legnano, Virtus Roma won promotion to Serie A after a four-year absence.

The following season began with fourteen points in the first thirteen days, but then the team went through a long period of crisis. This difficult phase was interrupted only by the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to the suspension of all sports activities in Italy and the FIP’s decision not to award the scudetto or proceed with promotions or relegations.

While maintaining the category, the club had to deal with a very complicated economic situation: on December 9, 2020, with the championship underway, it waived the payment of the registration installment for the A1 Series and withdrew the team.

The club’s legacy was picked up by Pallacanestro Virtus Roma 1960, which was born from the acquisition of the Petriana sports title. At first it did not represent the direct continuity of the old club, but in December 2025 it also acquired the brand name. The team is playing in the 2025-2026 National Series B championship and is aiming hard for promotion.