Unicaja - Zaragoza. Forecast for the match of the Spanish championship

Spain

Unicaja

Spain

Liga Endesa

4 January 11:45 UTC

Basket Zaragoza

Spain

On January 4, Unicaja will host Zaragoza at the Malaga Arena in the Spanish Championship. The leader of the tournament table continues to hold a high position and intends to strengthen its advantage. Will Zaragoza be able to impose a fight on one of the favorites of the season, despite the instability in the game? - find out in our forecast

Unicaja vs Basket Zaragoza Prediction and Betting Tips (04.01.2025)

Command Analysis

Unicaja

Spain

Current form

Ibon Navarro team holds the lead in the Spanish championship, sharing first place with Valencia. Since the beginning of the season, the team has lost only three times, which confirms its high stability. In the last match, Unicaja beat Murcia (89:77). Tyson Carter was one of the best players of the match, scoring 19 points.

At the moment, the club is demonstrating a series of three victories in a row, which strengthens its position in the table. Well-coordinated attack and reliable defense help the team confidently move forward. The next game will be held at home, which gives an additional advantage. Unicaja intends to use this chance to maintain leadership and break away from competitors.

Disqualifications and injuries

The team approaches the meeting without any problems with the lineup.

Interesting facts for betting

Since the start of the season, Ibon Navarro team has lost only once at home.

Tentative line-up: Kalinoski - Perry, Kravish - Taylor, Tilly.

Basket Zaragoza

Spain

Current form

The team from the city of the same name is trying to find its game, alternating successful matches with failures. At the moment, Zaragoza is at the top of the tournament table, but there is a clear lack of stability. The club recently won over Basket Girona (96:68), but failed to build on this success, as in the next round Zaragoza lost to Tenerife (97:108).

Key players are trying to squeeze the maximum out of every match, but the overall teamwork leaves much to be desired. The upcoming match against one of the leaders will be a serious test, especially on the road. Despite this, Zaragoza understands the importance of fighting for points, as Barcelona is breathing down their necks.

Disqualifications and injuries

The team will take to the court with its optimal lineup.

Interesting facts for betting

The club has won just once in its last five away matches.

Probable line-up: Fernandez-Manzanares - Yusta, Bango - Bell-Haynes, Slawter.

Trends

Bet 1st quarter. Winicaja win

In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head matches, the club from Malaga won in the first quarter.

1.50

Bet 1st quarter: total under 42.5 points

Only 2 of the last 5 head-to-head games have seen more than 42 points scored in the first quarter.

1.98

Tip and bets

1.71Unicaja Handicap (-9.5) points

Zaragoza find themselves in a difficult situation, caught between a strong opponent and the need to defend their place against Barcelona. The trip to Malaga against a motivated Unicaja will be a real test for the visitors. The hosts are in good shape, playing at their home stadium and continuing to fight for sole leadership in the championship.

Ibon Navarro men demonstrate a balance between attack and defense, which makes them the favorites of the match. Zaragoza, in turn, will try to realize their moments through counterattacks, but their chances of success are slim. In our opinion, Unicaja will continue its winning streak.

Our prediction is a victory for Unicaja with a handicap of (-9.5) points for 1.71

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1.67Total over 173.5 points

Bet on total

Unicaja will try to show its dominance on the court from the first minutes, actively acting in attack. Zaragoza will look for its chances in quick transitions from defense to attack. Both teams are focused on productive basketball, so the bet on the total over looks the most justified.

Forecast - total over 173.5 points for 1.67

Bet on statistics

Unicaja game is built around a productive attack that brings results. The hosts are ready to take advantage of Zaragoza weak defense, which has made many mistakes in recent matches. In our opinion, Ibon Navarro charges will be able to break their individual total.

Forecast - Unicaja individual total over 93.5 points for 1.73

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