Olimpia’s execution in Game 1 of the Italian league semifinals was great. Only for one quarter. The first. Then progressively Olimpia lost control lf the game, accumulated turnovers, didn’t grab loose balls and scored just 25 points in the entire second half losing to Trento 76-66. Now it trails 1-0. Game 2 is scheduled for Saturday in Milano.

After a promising first period when it contained Trento to 10 points, Olimpia extended the lead to 12. Three threes by Beto Gomes in the second quarter and also three three-point plays allowed Trento to get back into the game. Olimpia led again by six early in the third. Trento responded with a 12-0 run, took the lead and never looked back. In a very physical game that the referees permitted Kaleb Tarczewski was the brightest spot finishing with an impressive double double (15 and 11) including four dunks.