Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the EuroLeague match.
In the final game of the day, two giants of Italian basketball clash in a fixture of great significance for both. The hosts are riding high on a four-game winning streak, making it intriguing to see if Virtus Bologna can break this run.
Olimpia Milano
The Milan side had a rocky start to their EuroLeague campaign, securing just one win in their first five outings. They have faced issues offensively, averaging 79.3 points per game while conceding even more, at 88.3 points per match. However, the return of their Slovenian centre Josh Nebo, who missed the last three matches, is set to bolster the team's presence on both ends of the court significantly.
Virtus Bologna
Two rounds ago, the Italians pulled off a stunning away victory over Partizan (70:69), yet this triumph didn't improve their position much as they subsequently fell at home to Bayern Munich (84:87). Virtus Bologna have the third-worst offence in the league, averaging only 76.5 points per game, while also conceding heavily.
Olimpia Milano vs Virtus Bologna Prediction
The hosts are favourites in this encounter. First, they're playing at home, where the crowd will be urging them on until the end of the match. Secondly, they finally have their optimal lineup back, which is bound to impact their performance positively. Therefore, we expect the successful run of the Milan club to continue.
