Alba vs Panathinaikos: EuroLeague Match Prediction
Berlin's Alba and Panathinaikos are set to kick off the new EuroLeague season. Last season, the Germans faced defeat against the Greeks on two occasions. How will this rivalry unfold in their matchup on October 3? Betting insights and predictions will provide some clarity.

Command Analysis

Alba Berlin

Current Form
Alba had a poor showing last season, finishing as the underdog and failing to reach the playoffs. In the offseason, the team made several acquisitions, yet their start in the domestic league has not been ideal.
In their first match of the German championship, Alba lost to Hamburg (80-97), but they bounced back in the second game, defeating Oldenburg (105-70).
Disqualifications and Injuries
Alba is currently free of any roster losses.
Interesting Betting Insights
In their last two games, Alba fell to Panathinaikos, despite previously having a solid track record against the Greek team. It's uncertain how the match will turn out this time, but the earlier results from Alba raise some concerns.
Projected Lineup: Kumadje – Hermansson, Matisek – Wetzel, Olinde

Panathinaikos

Current Form
Panathinaikos is the reigning EuroLeague champion. Last season, the Greeks pulled off an upset by defeating Real Madrid to clinch the prestigious trophy.
During the offseason, the Athens team made minimal changes, entering the new season with their existing lineup. In the Supercup match, Panathinaikos secured a victory over Aris (81:68), but lost to Olympiakos in the final (85:86).
Injuries and Suspensions
Panathinaikos has no issues with injuries or suspensions.
Interesting Betting Insights
Panathinaikos excels offensively. In their recent matches during the Greek Supercup, the team under Ataman scored no fewer than 81 points.
Projected Lineup: Grant – Lessort, Mitroglu – Nunn, Papapetrou
Trends
Bet 1st Quarter: Alba Wins
The Greeks have lost the opening period in their last two games
1.80Bet 1st Quarter: Total Under 40.5 Points
In their last two matches Panathinaikos scored under 40 points in the first quarter
1.85Tip and bets
Panathinaikos failed to impress with their performance in the Greek Super Cup. It appears that Ataman's squad isn't fully ready for the new season. Primarily, the Athens team shows vulnerability under their own basket. We believe that the players from Alba will take advantage of the Greeks' issues and aim for a victory.
Our prediction is Alba with a spread of +12.5 points at 1.80
Bet on Total Points
Panathinaikos is not showing consistent performance on their home court. The Greeks are allowing a significant number of points, which suggests this match will be high-scoring.
Prediction – total points over 160.5 at 1.80
Bet on Statistics
In their first two matches of the season, PAO has scored at least 81 points. The talent pool is strong for the Greeks, ensuring the team should perform well.
Prediction – Panathinaikos: total points over 80.5 at 1.75