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Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda Prediction, Team News, Schedule, Injury Report, March 7th 2024
Agbeniga Ayobami
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Monaco will hope to continue their fine form in the league when they clash with Crvena Zvezda. The Red and Whites have a very commendable record against Zvezda, winning 4 of their 5 Euroleague meetings. Can they make it 5 out of 6 in this game? Our Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda prediction is for Monaco to cover the 8.5-point spread.
Monaco are favourites with an implied probability of 80% to win this one at 1.25 odds, while Crvena Zvezda are available at 4.20 odds. The point spread is +/-8.5 points and the total points line is at 160.5.
Monaco will entertain Crvena Zvezda on Thursday night at the Salle Gaston Medecin in Monaco, France. For more Euroleague picks from Agbeniga Ayobami and other basketball experts, visit our Expert Insights section.
In this article:
- Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda Prediction
- Game Info
- Monaco Injury Report, Team News, Schedule
- Crvena Zvezda Injury Report, Team News, Schedule
- Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda Trends
- Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda H2H
- Safer Gambling
Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda Prediction
- Selection: Monaco -8.5
- Odds: 1.90
- Bookmaker: Bet365
- Stake: 5/10
Odds available as of 5th March 2024. Odds may now differ.
Game Info
- Date: Thursday, March 7th, 2024
- Time: 19:00 (CET)
- Arena: Salle Gaston Medecin
- Location: Monaco, France
Monaco Injury Report, Team News, Schedule
Monaco is on a remarkable run, aiming for a seventh consecutive victory after a convincing 67-77 road win over FC Barcelona. This win not only extended their winning streak but also marked a season sweep against Barcelona. Mike James led Monaco in scoring, rebounding, and assists. Matthew Strazel added 13 points, Motiejunas finished with 12, while Jaron Blossomgame and Hall scored 10 apiece.
Mike James was rightfully named the Euroleague Basketball MVP of February. In February, he led Monaco in points (20.3), rebounds (6.0), assists (3.7), steals (1.7) and PIR (22.6). With such outstanding performances, Mike James has earned the MVP of the Month honours for the fifth time in his EuroLeague career. Notably, Mike James is on the verge of becoming the EuroLeague’s all-time leading scorer, needing just 12 more points to surpass Vassilis Spanoulis.
Monaco averages 81.1 points, 34.3 rebounds, and 15.9 assists per game. Additionally, The Roca Boys have committed a league-low 9.8 turnovers per game. Monaco has forced 13.5 turnovers per game, the third-most in the league. Mike James leads the league in average index rating with 21.5 per game. James also leads the league in scoring with 19.3 per game.
Monaco are 2nd in the Euroleague winner odds race with 7.00 odds.
Monaco Schedule Next 5 Games
- March 14th vs Alba Berlin
- March 20th vs Milano
- March 22nd vs Valencia
- March 28th vs Lyon
- April 4th vs Zalgiris
Crvena Zvezda Injury Report, Team News, Schedule
After their domestic success, Crvena Zvezda’s chances of reaching the playoffs suffered yet another setback after a poor performance resulted in their fifth defeat in the last six games. They were defeated 74-66 by Bayern in their last game.
Javonte Smart led Zvezda with 13 points, while Joel Bolomboy netted 11 points to go with 9 rebounds, and Nemanja Nedovic added 10 points for the visitors. However, they only dished out a mere 8 assists against 9 turnovers, shooting a dismal 8-of-30 from downtown.
The absence of Nikola Topic due to a knee injury further complicates Crvena Zvezda’s situation. The Crveno-beli currently average 81.4 points and 35.0 rebounds per game. Crvena Zvezda ranks second in offensive rebounding with 12.3 per game, averages 17.9 assists, and ranks third in steals with 7.1 per game, 2.2 blocks, and 89.4 PIR. Luka Mitrovic ranks sixth in offensive rebounding with 2.33 per game.
Crvena Zvezda Schedule Next 5 games
- March 14th vs Maccabi
- March 20th vs Panathinaikos
- March 22nd vs Virtus Bologna
- March 29th vs Real Madrid
- April 4th vs Olympiakos
Trends
- Monaco has a 9-3 record playing at home.
- Crvena Zvezda has a 3-11 record playing away from home.
- Monaco has committed a league-low 9.8 turnovers per game.
- Monaco has forced 13.5 turnovers per game, the third-most in the league.
- Crvena Zvezda ranks second in offensive rebounding with 12.3 per game.
- Crvena Zvezda ranks third in steals with 7.1 per game.
Monaco vs Crvena Zvezda H2H
Monaco has had the upper hand in recent EuroLeague meetings, winning four out of five encounters, including both games at home with consistent 8-point margins. However, the two teams also played in the 2018-19 EuroCup splitting road wins.
Key players like Mike James for Monaco and Rokas Giedraitis for Crvena Zvezda have been instrumental in their respective team’s performances. In their previous meeting in Round 3, Mike James came up with a double-double of 18 points and 11 assists helping to overcome 20 points from Rokas Giedraitis to secure a 76-82 road win for the Roca Boys.
Furthermore, there are interesting connections between players on both teams, such as Petr Cornelie and Adam Hanga, who were former teammates at Real Madrid and won the EuroLeague championship together in 2023. Mam Jaiteh and Milos Teodosic also share a history as former teammates at Virtus Bologna, where they achieved success in the EuroCup, with Jaiteh earning MVP honours.
SAFER GAMBLING
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