Olimpia used a 17-0 run, playing at very “serious” level in the first quarter to build a lead that was never relinquished in a 91-74 convincing win. Cremona became threateaning a little bit in the third quarter whn hit a couple of threes that shrank the Milan lead to four points twice. But anothr run ensued and Olimpia took control for good. “We were serious in our approach – Coach Peppe Poeta said – our veterans led the way, Shields primarily, and the other followed. We have been playing with the same players, especially on the perimeter, for a long time so that worrisome, but they responded once more. I’m happy.” Shields led the scored with 22 points. His buzzer-beating three at the end of the third quarter gave Olimpia a commanding 22-point lead. One possession earlier, he made the assist for a Nico Mannion three. That was the end of the game. Zach LeDay added 16 points and Quinn Ellis was all over the floor, with 11 points, seven rebounds and seven assists. Nico Mannion was effective off the bench with 10 points of his own. Olimpia overcame a tough shooting night for Armoni Brooks (1-for-7 on threes) and Devin Booker who went scoreless. Josh Nebo was definitely effective in the paint, finishing with 13 points and six rebounds, converting also 7-of-9 free throws.