LiontipsZalgiris vs Anadolu Efes. Euroleague match prediction and bets
Command Analysis
Current form
The Lithuanian club is not going through the best period of the season, having lost the last two matches in a row. The defeats to Baskonia (70:83) and Partizan (78:84) dropped the team to ninth place in the standings. The main problem is the inconsistent play in attack and insufficient concentration in defense.
However, home court remains the strong point of Zalgiris, where the team traditionally shows a high level. The match against Anadolu Efes could be a turning point for Andrea Trinchieri team.
Disqualifications and injuries
The club approaches the confrontation without any problems with its roster.
Interesting facts for betting
The team has five home wins in the Euroleague.
Tentative line-up: Sirvydis - Ulanovas, Dunston - Walker, Gidraitis.
Current form
The Turkish team joined the fight in time, so they are hot on the heels of the leading six of the Euroleague. After two defeats in a row, the team played well at home against Bayern (101:90). It was obvious that the hosts really needed a victory, because from the first minutes, Tomislav Mijatovic charges ran forward.
Anadolu Efes hopes to build on their success, although it won't be as easy away as it is at home. The Turks have a hard time playing away, which makes the upcoming game a serious challenge.
Disqualifications and injuries
Shane Larkin and Dogus Ozdemiroğlu are out with injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Turkish club has won 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matches.
Probable lineup: Osmani - Hollatz, Bobois - Poirier, Thompson.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Anadolu Efes win
In 3 of the last 5 matches, the Turkish club won in the first quarter.
2.21Bet 1st quarter: total under 40.5 points
Only in 2 of the last 5 games have opponents scored more than 40 points in the first quarter.
1.87Tip and bets
Both teams are in the top ten of the Euroleague, which underlines their high level. Zalgiris plays at home, where it performs consistently and confidently. The Turkish team, despite its recent victory, is less successful on the road.
Given the motivation of the Lithuanian team, which is trying to break its losing streak, the match promises to be tense. Strong support from the fans and correcting the mistakes of the past should help the hosts to achieve an important victory.
Our prediction is a victory for Zalgiris with a handicap of (-2.5) points for 1.72
Bet on total
The game promises to be productive. The style of both teams is based on an emphasis on attack, especially in key matches. The Lithuanian club aims to restore its form on the home court, and Anadolu Efes is ready to respond with counterattacks. A high pace of play is expected, which makes betting on the total a more justified decision.
Forecast - total over 158.5 points for 1.72
Bet on statistics
After two defeats in a row, Zalgiris has no choice but to act in an attacking manner. On the home court, the team feels confident and can find an approach to the defense of Anadolu Efes.
Forecast - individual total of "Zalgiris" over 82.5 points for 1.90
