Crvena Zvezda vs Baskonia: EuroLeague Match Prediction
Last season, Baskonia defeated Crvena Zvezda twice. On October 9, these teams will meet again in the new season. Can the Serbs perform better this time? Betting odds and predictions will provide some insights.

Command Analysis

Crvena Zvezda Beograd

Current Form
The Serbians kicked off their EuroLeague campaign with a victory. Their first opponent was Paris, and Crvena Zvezda managed to defeat the tournament debutants with a score of 80-77. The standout player for the Belgraders was Nemanja Nedovic, who scored 21 points and provided three assists.
However, heading into their matchup against Baskonia, the Serbians are not in the best spirits. Just the day before, they lost to Croatian team Split in the Adriatic League with a score of 78-85.
Injuries and Suspensions
Branko Lazic's participation in the game is uncertain.
Betting Insights
In most of their recent encounters, Crvena Zvezda has struggled against Baskonia. It will be challenging for the Serbians to secure a win this time around.
Projected Lineup:Bolomboi – Kanaan, Jago – Daum, Kalinic.

Saski Baskonia

Current Form
In the opening round of the EuroLeague, Baskonia faced another Serbian team, Partizan. The Spanish team benefited greatly from home court support, securing a victory with a score of 88 to 82. Markus Howard stood out as the top performer, contributing 17 points.
In the Spanish league, Baskonia has struggled, having already suffered defeats against both Tenerife and MoraBanc Andorra.
Disqualifications and Injuries
Baskonia has no current roster losses.
Betting Insights
Baskonia's trips to Serbia's capital typically end in disappointment. For instance, they have failed to defeat Crvena Zvezda in 3 out of their last 4 encounters on their home turf.
Projected Lineup: Hall – Forest, Luwevu-Kabere – Moneke, Sederskis
Trends
Bet 1st Quarter: Victory for Baskonia
The Serbian team lost the opening quarter in 2 of their last 3 matches
1.82Bet 1st Quarter: Total Under 38.5 Points
In the last three games, Crvena Zvezda did not score more than 38 points in the first quarter
1.75Tip and bets
Crvena Zvezda has a great opportunity to secure yet another victory as they face a favorable opponent. The Serbian team is well-prepared for the season and has already managed to win an away match. Playing on their home court should make it easier for them, allowing for a more confident victory against the Spanish team.
Our prediction is Crvena Zvezda with a handicap of (-3.5) points at 1.75
Bet on Total Points
In the last two matchups, both teams scored over 170 points. Each squad boasts strong forwards, so we expect a similar outcome.
Prediction — total points over 160.5 at 1.60
Bet on Statistics
In 2 of the last 3 games, the Spanish team scored at least 88 points. In another game, Baskonia recorded 80 points. It is likely the team will deliver another impressive performance.
Prediction — Baskonia: total points over 80.5 at 1.72