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Boxing Euroleague Week 7 Expert Picks for Thursday, 9th November: Best Picks for Round 7 of the Euroleague
The Euroleague is back in action this Thursday, and the stakes are higher than ever. While teams are on the hunt for precious points, one squad stands undefeated this season – Real Madrid. But can the Spanish giants maintain their flawless record when they clash with Virtus Bologna in the heart of Spain’s capital?
Basketball expert Agbeniga Ayobami offers her insights on some of the matches scheduled for Thursday.
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In this article:
- Euroleague Week 7 Expert Picks: 9th November 2023.
- Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Bayern: Bayern’s Woes Continue
- Real Madrid vs Virtus Bologna: The Chams are on Fire
- Barcelona vs Crvena Zvezda: Barça to Get Another Win
Euroleague Week 7 Expert Picks: 9th November 2023
- Maccabi Tel Aviv -2.5 at 1.80 odds
- Real Madrid – 4.5 at 1.83 odds
- Barcelona -4.5 at 1.86 odds
Odds available as of 8th November, 2023. Odds may now differ.
Maccabi Tel Aviv vs Bayern: Bayern’s Woes Continue
Maccabi Tel Aviv had a strong start to the season but faced some setbacks in their subsequent games, ultimately securing their most recent victory against EA7 Emporio Armani Milan. This win was a result of a well-rounded team effort, with five players reaching double digits in points. Jasiel Rivero, Lorenzo Brown, Bonzie Colson, Antonius Cleveland, and Josh Nebo all made significant contributions in the victory. Maccabi demonstrated its offensive prowess and effectively took control of the game during the fourth quarter. Lorenzo Brown’s three-pointer late in the game further solidified their lead and secured the win.
Maccabi Tel Aviv’s performance this season has been impressive, with standout statistics including 85.0 points per game (ranking 4th in the Euroleague), 22.8 two-pointers made (2nd in the league), 14.2 offensive rebounds (3rd in the league), 34.4 total rebounds, 22.6 assists (the best in the Euroleague), 8.0 steals (4th in the league), 2.2 blocks, and a 93.2 PIR (5th in the Euroleague). These statistics highlight their strong defensive capabilities and their efficiency in various aspects of the game.
In contrast, Bayern Munich has faced challenges this season, losing 4 of their 6 games. They have only managed to secure wins against struggling opponents. Their average of 70.2 points per game is the lowest in the league, and they rank 12th in steals with 6.25 per game. Their shooting percentages from both two-point and three-point range are also subpar. Bayern Munich will need to improve their performance to compete at the level of teams like Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Euroleague, so it will be an easy win for the hosts.
Real Madrid vs Virtus Bologna: The Champs are on Fire
Real Madrid continued their dominant run in the Turkish Airlines EuroLeague with a perfect record, securing a thrilling victory against FC Barcelona in Round 5 of the 2023-24 regular season. Gabriel Deck led the charge for Real Madrid, contributing 20 points to the team’s success. Vincent Poirier was another standout player, recording 14 points, while Mario Hezonja, despite scoring only 7 points, showcased his versatility by grabbing 10 rebounds.
The team’s performance this season in the EuroLeague is nothing short of impressive. Real Madrid has been averaging 85.6 points per game, ranking 3rd in the league, indicating their potent offence. They have kept up their hard work on the boards, averaging 37.2 rebounds per game, which positions them at 4th in the league. Real Madrid’s ability to distribute the ball efficiently is reflected in their 21.0 assists per game, ranking them 3rd in the Euroleague in that regard.
Real Madrid is also a force to be reckoned with in three-point shooting, ranking 3rd in the league with 10.2 made three-pointers per game. Their defence is equally remarkable, as they average 5.2 steals (4th) and 3.0 blocks (2nd) per game. Their performance index rating (PIR) stands at an impressive 98.6.
In their upcoming clash against Virtus Bologna, Real Madrid is well-positioned to continue their dominant form. Virtus Bologna has had a strong season as well, winning 5 out of 6 games played, with their only loss coming in the opening fixture against Zalgiris. They average 85.7 points, 33.5 rebounds, 21.2 assists, 7.0 steals, 2.7 blocks, and have a PIR of 98.7. While Virtus Bologna is a formidable opponent, Real Madrid have simply been on another level this season and we expect them to display a show of force in this game.
Barcelona vs Crvena zvezda: Barça to Get Another Win
FC Barcelona’s response to their narrow defeat in the El Clasico was impressive, as they continued their unbeaten run at home in the EuroLeague by defeating Panathinaikos 80-72 at Palau Blaugrana, improving their record to 5-1. Jabari Parker led the team with 17 points, while Oriol Pauli contributed 12 points, and Nikola Kalinic and Tomas Satoransky each added 10 points to the scoreboard.
In the six games they have played this season, FC Barcelona have showcased their offensive potency, averaging 83.7 points per game, ranking 5th in the Euroleague. Their efficient two-point field goal shooting at 54.4% is the second-best in the league, and they are also performing well from beyond the arc with a 39.2% three-point shooting percentage.
Additionally, they have a solid free-throw success rate of 76.8%. Their prowess on the boards is evident as they average 35.8 total rebounds per game, positioning them in second place in this category. In terms of sharing the ball, they are 4th with an average of 18.3 assists per game.
FC Barcelona’s performance index rating (PIR) stands out as the best in the Euroleague at 122, underlining their overall excellence on the court. On the defensive end, they secure an average of 27.7 defensive rebounds (the most in the league) and record 2.7 blocks per game, ranking 4th in this category.
In their upcoming clash, they will face Crvena Zvezda Belgrade, who have displayed impressive defensive skills with an average of 8.8 steals per game (the best in the Euroleague). They also excel in offensive rebounding, averaging 14.3 per game, which is also the best in the league. Despite these strengths, Crvena Zvezda has managed to secure only two wins in the six games played this season.
FC Barcelona’s disciplined and efficient style of play, combined with their strong defence, makes them a formidable opponent, and they are unlikely to throw away a 14-point third-quarter advantage, as was the case with Zvezda’s recent opponent Bayern.
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