In a thrilling semifinal match in Turin, Latvian basketball player Artūrs Strautiņš scored nine points as his team Tortona emerged victorious against Bologna's Virtus with a score of 84-78. The match was competitive, with Tortona managing to secure their lead, thanks to solid performances from key players. Strautiņš played a significant role during the game, contributing not only in scoring but also in rebounding and playmaking, showcasing his versatility on the court.

During the course of the match, Strautiņš played for 19 minutes, during which time he successfully made one of three two-point attempts and two of three three-pointers. He also made one free throw, secured seven rebounds, and provided two assists. His performance resulted in an efficiency rating of 14, although he recorded a negative plus-minus statistic of -9. The team will advance to the final against Milan's AX Armani Exchange Olimpia, setting up a highly anticipated showdown.

This victory marks an important milestone for Tortona, and for Strautiņš personally, who has been making strides in his basketball career. The team had previously defeated Venezia's Umana Reyer in the quarterfinals with Strautiņš contributing five points, highlighting the strong contributions from him that have been essential to Tortona's success in these playoffs. The excitement surrounding the final could serve to elevate the profile of both the player and the team within the broader basketball community.