Crvena Zvezda vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Prediction: Preview, Odds, Trends, Team News, Injury Report - 3/14/24

Crvena Zvezda will hope to revive their playoff hopes and return to winning ways when they face Maccabi in Round 29 of the Euroleague. Crvena Zvezda has won their last six encounters with Maccabi. Can they win this match and restore their fight for the playoffs? Our Crvena Zvezda vs Maccabi Tel Aviv prediction from Agbeniga Ayobami is available in the article below. Zvezda is the favorite with an implied probability of 55.6% to win this one at 1.80 odds, while Maccabi Tel Aviv is available at 2.05 odds. The handicap is +/-1.5 points and the total points line is at 168.5.

We have all the Euroleague Round 29 info you need over at our Expert Insights section. This includes the latest Euroleague Betting Trends for the Moneyline, Handicap, and Over/Unders for the 2023/24 season.

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Crvena Zvezda vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Prediction: Home Fans Give the W

• Selection: Crvena Zvezda Moneline
• Odds: 1.80 (TRACKED TIP)
• Bookmaker: Bet365
• Stake: 5/10

Odds available as of 12th March 2024. Odds may now differ. 

Crvena Zvezda has faced setbacks, losing four consecutive games, which has caused them to drop away from playoff contention. They are aware that they cannot afford many more missed chances.

Notably, Crvena Zvezda has a strong track record against Maccabi, having won their last six matchups. Given their historical dominance over Maccabi and the urgency of playoff contention, it is likely that the Belgrade side will win this clash. my Zvezda vs Maccabi prediction is for Zvezda to clinch the home win at 1.80 odds. 

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Game Info

• Date: Thursday, March 14th, 2024
• Time: 19:00 (CET)
• Arena: Stark Arena
• Location: Belgrade, Serbia.

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Crvena Zvezda Injury Report, Team News, Schedule

Crvena Zvezda faced a challenging defeat, losing 99-75 to Monaco in Round 28. Luka Mitrovic led the team with 18 points, supported by Yago Dos Santos with 16, Rokas Giedraitis with 13, and Joel Bolomboy with 12. The team has now faced a four-game losing streak, dropping them away from playoff contention.

There’s positive news as Dalibor Ilic is expected to return to action after missing Round 28 due to illness. However, uncertainties surround the availability of Dejan Davidovac, who missed Round 28 due to personal reasons. Unfortunately, Milos Teodosic remains sidelined with a wrist injury, Trey Thompkins is doubtful for the upcoming clash, and Nikola Topic is ruled out due to a knee injury.

Despite these challenges, Crvena Zvezda maintains an average of 81.4 points, 34.8 rebounds, 18.0 assists, 7.0 steals, 2.3 blocks, and a Player Index Rating (PIR) of 89.0. Notably, they rank second in offensive rebounding with an average of 12.2 per game.

Zvezda Next 5 Games Schedule

• March 20th vs Panathinaikos
• March 22nd vs Virtus Bologna
• March 29th vs Real Madrid
• April 4th vs Olympiakos
• April 11th vs Anadolu Efes

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Maccabi Tel Aviv Injury Report, Team News, Schedule

Maccabi Tel Aviv (15-13) secured a crucial victory over Zalgiris Kaunas, winning 83-76 to maintain their course towards reaching the playoffs. The game witnessed a back-and-forth battle, with Maccabi scoring the last 7 points to seal the win. Wade Baldwin led Maccabi with 16 points, supported by a balanced offensive effort with five players reaching double digits.

Tamir Blatt contributed 11 points, while James Webb, Bonzie Colson, and Josh Nebo each added 10 points, with Nebo also grabbing 9 rebounds. The team is now aiming for a third consecutive win.

In terms of injuries, Roman Sorkin is sidelined with a knee injury, presenting the only concern for coach Oded Kattash. Maccabi maintains impressive statistical averages, including 87.0 points (second in the league), 36.0 rebounds, 19.8 assists (second), 7.2 steals, 3.1 blocks (second), and a Player Index Rating (PIR) of 97.0 (second).

They lead the league with 13.0 offensive rebounds per game, with Josh Nebo ranking third in rebounding with 6.8 per game and leading the league in offensive rebounding with 2.8 per game. Lorenzo Brown ranks third in assists with 6.3 per game.

Maccabi Next 5 games Schedule

• March 19th vs Lyon
• March 22nd vs Bayern
• March 27th vs Valencia
• April 4th vs Barcelona
• April 11th vs Milano

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Trends: Zvezda With Huge Advantage of Home Court 

• Crvena Zvezda has a 7-6 record playing at home.
• Maccabi Tel Aviv has a 5-9 record playing away from home.
• Crvena Zvezda ranks second in offensive rebounding with 12.2 per game.
• Maccabi leads the league with 13.0 offensive rebounds per game.
• Maccabi ranks second in team PIR with 97.0 per game.
• Maccabi ranks second in scoring with 87.0 points per game.
• Maccabi ranks second in assists with 19.8 per game.
• Maccabi ranks second in blocks with 3.1 per game.

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Crvena Zvezda vs Maccabi Tel Aviv H2H: Zvezda looking for 7th straight W 

Crvena Zvezda holds an 11-6 record over Maccabi Tel Aviv. Notably, Crvena Zvezda has won their last six encounters with Maccabi. In Round 16, Milos Teodosic delivered a stellar performance, scoring 27 points, dishing out a career-high 14 assists, and earning a Player Index Rating (PIR) of 40, which led to him being honored as the MVP of the Round and a 92-98 win for his side.

In April 2021, Crvena Zvezda achieved a club record 48 rebounds in a 76-64 victory over Maccabi. Furthermore, the single-game individual rebounding record for Crvena Zvezda stands at 17, a feat achieved by Boban Marjanovic against Maccabi Tel Aviv on March 5, 2015.

Additionally, Crvena Zvezda guard Branko Lazic recorded 7 rebounds and 5 offensive rebounds against Maccabi in October 2017, marking career-best performances in both categories.

On the other side, Maccabi’s Wade Baldwin set career highs in points (38), three-pointers made (6), and free throws made (10) during an 86-89 home loss against Crvena Zvezda in February of the previous season.

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