Virtus Bologna vs Anadolu Efes Prediction, Picks, Odds, Injury Report for 10/04/24

Anadolu Efes will start their Euroleague 2024/25 journey when they face Virtus Bologna away from home. Virtus eliminated Efes in the semis of the Play-In tournament last time out, but the Turkish side have won their last 6 games. Can they get revenge here? Our Virtus Bologna vs Anadolu Efes prediction is available below!

Virtus Bologna are favorites with an implied probability of 53.8% to win this one at 1.86 odds, while the Anadolu Efes are available at 1.95 odds. The point spread is +/-1.5 points, and the total points line is at 158.5.

Virtus Bologna will battle the Anadolu Efes on Friday evening at the Segafredo Arena in  Bologna, Italy, for the Euroleague round 1 game. For more Euroleague picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights section.

Virtus Bologna vs Anadolu Efes Prediction 

• Selections: Virtus Bologna Moneyline
• Odds: 1.86 (TRACKED TIP)
• Bookmaker: bet365
• Stake: 6/10

Odds are available as of October 1st, 2024. Odds may now differ.

Virtus Bologna vs Anadolu Efes Game Info

• Date: October 4th, 2024.
• Time: 21:00 (CET).
• Arena: Segafredo Arena.
• Location: Bologna, Italy.

Virtus Bologna Injury Report, Team News

Virtus Bologna couldn’t make it beyond the Play-In last season, losing 89-77 to Baskonia in the Play-In final. However, they defeated Anadolu Efes 64-67 in the run. They went on to lose 3-1 to Milano in the playoff final of the Italian Championship. They didn’t have many wins in their preseason games, where they had a 2-3 record. Earlier this season, they lost 98-96 to Milano in the Italian Super Cup. They have since bounced back to winning ways with an 88-89 win over Trapani in their opening game of the  Italian Championship.

Anadolu Efes Injury Report, Team News

Anadolu Efes were eliminated in the semis of the Play-In tournament last season by Virtus Bologna. Now, it is time for revenge. They also made it to the Turkish Championship final last season before losing 80-72 to Fenerbahce. However, they have started this season on more encouraging ground after winning the Turkish Super Cup in an 82-83 win over Fenerbahce a few days ago. Shane Larkin is doubtful for this game, but new signings Vincent Poirier and Rolands Smits are available to make their mark for this Turkish side.

Virtus Bologna vs Anadolu Efes Betting Trends

• The Hosts have won 3 of the last 4 games between them.
• Virtus Bologna had a 12-5 SU record at home last season.
• Anadolu Efes had a 4-13 SU record away from home last season.

Virtus Bologna vs Anadolu Efes H2H

Anadolu Efes and Virtus Bologna have met 7 times. Anadolu Efes won 3, and Virtus Bologna won 4. However, Virtus won 2 of the 3 games between the two sides.

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