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Barcelona - Joventut. Forecast for the match of the Spanish championship
On January 5, there will be an exciting confrontation between Barcelona and Joventut. The game promises to be tense, given the ambitions of both teams and the importance of points in the standings. Will Barcelona be able to cope with a confident opponent on its arena? - find out in our forecast
Command Analysis
Barcelona
SpainCurrent form
Joan Peñarroya team is going through a difficult period. The domestic championship is not easy for the Catalans, and the current eighth position in the table does not reflect their potential. The situation is similar in the Euroleague, because alternating victories and defeats does not allow the team to reach a new level.
In the last match of the championship, Barcelona lost to Real Madrid away by a narrow margin (71:73). Despite their efforts, the Catalans were unable to maintain the initiative against the balanced play of the Madrid giants. The best player was Jabari Parker, who scored 18 points. However, his efforts alone were not enough.
Barcelona problem is the lack of stability. The team cannot establish mutual understanding between the lines, which affects the results. The home match against Joventut gives them a chance to rehabilitate themselves in front of their fans, but this will require maximum effort and discipline.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team approaches the meeting without any problems with the lineup.
Interesting facts for betting
The Catalans have won the last five head-to-head matches.
Probable lineup: Abrines - Parker, Vesely - Satoransky, Panter.
Joventut
SpainCurrent form
Daniel Miret team is in excellent shape and occupies the fifth line of the championship. The team demonstrates a bright and balanced game both in defense and in attack. In the last four matches, Joventut won, which allowed them to get closer to the leaders of the tournament table.
In the recent match against Gran Canaria, the club won a confident victory (89:78). Sam Dekker became the main hero of the match, scoring 20 points and demonstrating excellent form. The team success is due to the high level of teamwork and the stable play of key players.
The away match against Barcelona will be an important test. The visitors intend to show their best to consolidate their position at the top of the table. Despite the difficult opponent, Joventut is ready to impose a fight and surprise.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team will take to the court in full force.
Interesting facts for betting
The team has lost only once in its last five matches.
Estimated lineup: Kraag - Dekker, Tomic - Dotson, Hanga.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Barcelona win
In 4 of the last 5 head-to-head matches, the Catalans won in the first quarter.
1.64Bet 1st quarter: total under 43 points
Only 2 of the last 5 head-to-head games have seen more than 43 points scored in the first quarter.
1.88Tip and bets
Joventut demonstrates stability and is deservedly among the top 5 of the Spanish championship. The team has gained momentum and its game is becoming more and more balanced. They are ready for any difficulties and are capable of giving Barcelona a fight.
On the other hand, the Catalans continue to find their game. The home arena and the support of the fans give a certain advantage, but their instability can play a cruel joke. To achieve victory, Barcelona will have to act with utmost concentration and exploit the weaknesses of the opponent. We expect the match to be tense, but Joventut looks preferable in its current form.
Our prediction is a victory for Joventut with a handicap of (+9) points for 1.70
Bet on total
The game between Barcelona and Joventut promises to be productive. Both teams prefer to act in an attacking style, which should lead to a large number of points scored. We assume that the total will be broken.
Forecast - total over 167.5 points for 1.67
Bet on statistics
Joventut has proven that it can attack effectively even against strong opponents. The hosts' defense has not been impressive in stability this season, and the visitors have every chance to beat their individual total.
Forecast - individual total of "Joventud" over 80.5 points for 1.77
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