Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the EuroLeague basketball match.
Baskonia
In this season, Marcus Howard, who has had NBA experience, is performing exceptionally well, averaging 17.7 points per game. This is the second-best in the league after Mike James (18.8), even though Marcus spends only 24 minutes on the court. In addition to Howard, notable players include Moncasi (16.7), Sederkaisis (10.1), and Marinković (10). Baskonia has won the last three head-to-head matches in Spain. Today, they once again deserve the favourite status, as Fenerbahçe are not too dangerous in the away games.
Fenerbahçe
The Turkish powerhouse has assembled a roster ready to compete for the title. However, their performance in the away games has been lacking, losing five out of six matches. If we look at the raw statistics, Baskonia appears stronger than Fenerbahçe. The Basque team scores more points (83 - 81.9), rebounds better (37.5 - 33.1), and gives more assists (18.5 - 16.4). In the previous season, Fenerbahçe lost both head-to-head matches. And now, it will be challenging for them once again.
Baskonia – Fenerbahçe prediction
Baskonia and Fenerbahçe are neighbors in the EuroLeague standings, each with six victories. On November 30, the Turkish team ended a four-game losing streak by defeating Real Madrid at home (100:99 OT), despite 33 points from Facundo Campazzo. But now, Itoudis's team is heading on the road again.
Baskonia is not inferior to Fenerbahçe in any aspect. The advantage of their home court will be decisive.
