Paris and Partizan had contrasting starts to the EuroLeague: the French club lost, while the Serbian club won. Even so, the hosts are narrow favourites for this match.
Paris
Paris's disappointing result in the opening round was predictable. They had to play away to Panathinaikos, who reached last season's quarter-finals. The French team scored the second-fewest points (72) and had the worst points difference (–19). Only in the second quarter did the visitors stem the flow of points against them, winning it 14:11. In each of the other quarters, Panathinaikos scored at least 22.
Partizan
Partizan have not even begun their Adriatic League campaign, but they have found fairly good form. They have won four of their six matches this season, the vast majority of them friendlies. They have scored at least 89 points in each of their last five games. Their defence faltered only against two opponents: Hapoel Tel Aviv (83:94) and PAOK (99:100). Most importantly, Partizan made a convincing start to the EuroLeague with a 92:76 win over Olimpia Milano: Carlik Jones recorded a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds.
Paris vs Partizan Prediction
Paris's statistics at the start of the season point towards another poor result. Their most recent home defeat in the EuroLeague came against Partizan, who were hardly impressive that season (81:90). The visitors have the resources to contain the French club's attack again, so our pick is Partizan +4.5 points.
