Fontecchio scores 30 as Italy rallies past Serbia

Simone Fontecchio scored 30 points to help Italy overcome Serbia with a 78-76 victory in the FIBA World Cup on Friday.

Fontecchio's performance was crucial, but he credited team captain Luigi Datome for sparking the comeback with a personal 10-point run in the third quarter.

Datome's leadership and clutch play helped Italy cut a 16-point deficit to just one point heading into the fourth quarter.

In the final minutes, Fontecchio secured the win with key baskets, while Serbia missed a potential game-tying shot at the end.