Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the EuroLeague basketball match.
Olympiacos
Thanks to recent successful results, Olympiacos have managed to climb into the playoff zone. The team from Piraeus has not lost a home game for almost a month. During this time, they defeated Red Star (88:83) and the ambitious Žalgiris (89:72). In the list of the most efficient three-point shooters in the EuroLeague, Canaan ranks second, averaging 3.1 three-pointers per game.
Real Madrid
In the last round, Real Madrid suffered their first defeat in the EuroLeague. Mateo Chusa's team could not withstand the challenge from Fenerbahçe (99:100 OT). Throughout the game, the Whites converted only 5 three-pointers out of 23 attempts and committed 14 turnovers against 11 by the opponent.
Olympiacos – Real Madrid prediction
Olympiacos are gradually finding its form and increasingly resembles the team we used to see last year. The Greek club has won 3 out of the last 4 matches, defeating serious opponents in each case. Up next is Real Madrid, and the hosts have something to counter with. Mustafa Fall will duel with Walter Tavares in the three-second zone, and Isaiah Canaan is often ready to efficiently shoot from beyond the arc.
Olympiacos is ready to avenge the painful defeat in the Final Four. I bet on a positive handicap in favour of the hosts.
