Adam Williams presents his prediction for the EuroBasket 2025 qualifying match.
Slovenia have started their qualification campaign with two impressive victories, claiming sole leadership in Group A. They now face a challenging away game in Portugal. Can they clinch their third consecutive win?
Portugal
The hosts have shown a lack of confidence in their first two games. Following a narrow defeat to Israel (70:72), they struggled to edge past Ukraine (79:77). A significant issue in these games was their rebounding, particularly on their own board, averaging just 21.5 rebounds per game.
Slovenia
Conversely, the visitors have displayed a strong attacking performance. They average 87.5 points per game, with rebounding being one of their standout strengths. Slovenia gather 30 defensive rebounds and an impressive 15 offensive rebounds per game, leading to 14 second-chance points.
Portugal vs Slovenia Prediction
The difference in class between the teams is evident. They are separated by 44 positions in the FIBA rankings. Slovenia are regular participants in major tournaments, and their qualification for the European Championship should be straightforward. We believe Slovenia will not encounter significant difficulties in this match and will secure the victory.
