BC Roma Crushed in Treviso; Magro: “We Need to Step Up Our Game.” One Player Is Immediately Knocked Out

BC Roma stumbles in its Serie A debut: the Rome-based team was defeated 109-94 by Nutribullet at the PalaVerde in Treviso on the first day of the season. The home team held a 12-point lead at halftime, then extended their lead to 18 points in the third quarter and maintained control down the stretch. JP Macura was the standout performer, leading all scorers with 31 points.

In addition to losing the first official game in its history, BC Roma must now deal with Trentyn Flowers’ ankle injury, which will be evaluated in the coming days.

“We absolutely have to work on our defense,” said BC Roma coach Magro after the game. “We tried to make some adjustments during the game, but in the closing minutes we gave up too many free throws to Treviso, who deserved everything… They controlled the game. This game gives us a sense of just how difficult this season will be.”

“We gave up too many easy points and allowed too many fast breaks; it will be crucial to come back with a different level of energy than what we saw today. Our EuroCup opener is already on Wednesday; time is our worst enemy right now.”