Milano vs Partizan Prediction: Preview, Trends, Team News and Schedule, Injury Report, March 8th 2024

Olimpia Milano will continue their quest for the playoffs in a battle of basketball coaching legends as Ettore Messina attempts to overcome Zeljko Obradovic. Who will win this clash?  Have a look at the article below for our Olimpia Milano vs Partizan Prediction for Round 28 of Euroleague action.

Milano are favourites with an implied probability of 57.5% to win this one at 1.74 odds, while Partizan are available at 2.15 odds. The point spread is +/-1.5 points and the total points line is at 159.5. For the latest Euroleague betting trends, visit our Analysis section.

Milano will slug it out against Partizan on Friday night at the Mediolanum Forum in Milan, Italy. For more Euroleague picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights section.

Our Milano vs Partizan prediction is for Milano to cover the 1.5-point spread. 

In this article:

• Milano vs Partizan Prediction
• Game Info
• Milano Report, Team News, Schedule
• Partizan Injury Report, Team News, Schedule
• Milano vs Partizan Trends
• Milano vs Partizan H2H
• Safer Gambling

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Milano vs Partizan Prediction

• Selection: Milano -1.5
• Odds: 1.86
• Bookmaker: Bet365
• Stake: 5/10

Odds available as of 5th March 2024. Odds may now differ. 

Go with our tip at bet365 Ettore Messina and Zeljko Obradovic, the head coaches for these teams, boast a remarkable combined total of 13 EuroLeague titles over the past 31 years.

Despite this coaching record, Milano has won 6 of the last 8 matchups against Partizan. Partizan faces a challenging record on the road, with a 3-11 record playing away from home. Given the narrow spread at -1.5, I am backing the home side to take control in this game. 

Game Info

• Date: Friday, March 8th, 2024
• Time: 20:30 (CET)
• Arena: Mediolanum Forum
• Location: Milan, Italy

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Milano Injury Report, Team News, Schedule

Milano’s inconsistent season suffered another setback with an 81-77 loss to ASVEL. Devon Hall led all scorers with 19 points, followed by Maodo Lo with 15 and Kyle Hines with 11. Despite the loss, they remain two wins behind the last play-in spot. 

Alex Poythress is uncertain for this clash due to a facial issue, while Stefano Tonut’s availability for the next round is in doubt after sustaining a wrist injury in Thursday’s FIBA EuroBasket 2025 Qualifier. Shabazz Napier may also miss this game due to a foot injury, and Guglielmo Caruso’s availability is uncertain due to personal reasons.

Milano averages 76.9 points, 32.4 rebounds, 16.2 assists, 6.7 steals, 2.0 blocks, and has a Player Index Rating (PIR) of 83.2. They have allowed 76.8 points per game, which ranks third-lowest in the league. Additionally, Milano has conceded the fewest offensive rebounds per game at 9.1. Shavon Shields ranks second in three-pointers made with 2.9 per game.

Olimpia Milano – Next 5 Games

• March 14th vs Baskonia
• March 20th vs Monaco
• March 22nd vs Fenerbahce
• March 28th vs Zalgiris
• April 5th vs Virtus Bologna

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Partizan Injury Report, Team News, Schedule

Partizan Belgrade (13-14) halted a three-game losing streak and reignited their playoff aspirations with an impressive 100-90 victory over Anadolu Efes, fueled by guard Aleksa Avramovic’s outstanding 30-point performance off the bench at the Stark Arena. Zach LeDay contributed 21 points and 8 rebounds, while team captain Kevin Punter added 16 points and Danilo Andjusic contributed 15.

Unfortunately, James Nunnally will be sidelined for the next round due to a shoulder injury, and Ognjen Jaramaz’s availability is uncertain due to an undisclosed injury.

Currently, Partizan averages 83.6 points, 31.0 rebounds, 15.1 assists, 6.4 steals, 2.5 blocks, and boasts a Player Index Rating (PIR) of 90.6. Partizan leads the league in two-point shooting at 58.9% and ranks second in free-throw shooting at 81.6%. Notably, Danilo Andjusic ranks second in free-throw shooting at 96.7%, while Bruno Caboclo ranks fourth in three-point shooting at 51.4%.

Partizan Schedule – Next 5 games

• March 14th vs Barcelona
• March 19th vs Baskonia
• March 21st vs Real Madrid
• March 28th vs Olympiakos
• April 4th vs Alba Berlin

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Milano vs Partizan Trends

• Milano has a 9-5 record playing at home.
• Partizan has a 3-11 record playing away from home.
• Milano has allowed 76.8 points per game—the third-lowest in the league.
• Milano has allowed 9.1 offensive rebounds per game—the fewest in the league.
• Partizan leads the league in two-point shooting at 58.9%.
• Partizan ranks second in free-throw shooting at 81.6%.

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Milano vs Partizan H2H 

Last season marked the first encounter between these two teams in over a decade. Milan won 75-80 in Belgrade, propelled by Shavon Shields’ impressive 25-point performance. The clubs previously met in the 1992 Final Four semifinal, where Partizan secured an 82-75 victory with Zeljko Obradovic at the helm.

This victory marked Partizan’s sole EuroLeague title, which served as the first of Obradovic’s nine championships. Notably, Partizan forward Zach LeDay achieved a career-high by sinking 5 three-pointers in a home game against Milan in October of the previous season, despite the eventual loss.

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