Hapoel Jerusalem vs Dijon Prediction, Tips & Odds – Jan. 25, 2023 20:00 CET
Hapoel Jerusalem vs Dijon Prediction 25.01.2023. In the first round of the FIBA Champions League top 16 stage, Hapoel Jerusalem will host Dijon.
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Hapoel Jerusalem vs Dijon Odds
Hapoel Jerusalem vs Dijon 1×2: 1.48 / 2.66
Asian Handicap (-4.5 / +4.5): 1.86 / 1.92
Total Over/Under (156.0): 1.88 / 1.88
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Hapoel Jerusalem Team News
Hapoel Jerusalem played excellent in the first part of the FIBA Champions League. They finished in first place in a group that also included Ludwigsburg, Darussafaka and Bakken Bears. Hapoel Jerusalem played especially well in the last two road games in Europe when they won twice.
However, the biggest win in the season so far was achieved in Tel Aviv. Two months ago, Hapoel Jerusalem sensationally defeated Maccabi 80:75 and thus showed that they can triumph against any opponent in domestic championship. New head coach Aleksandar Dzikic has become a fan favorite. The club even printed t-shirts with his face, and he invited all Hapoel supporters to fill the hall for this game against Dijon.
Since the beginning of the season, Hapoel Jerusalem are playing very well on their home court. They only lost to Hapoel Tel Aviv and Ludwigsburg. The atmosphere is great, and Dzikic’s team have quality to go all the way in this competition.
Dijon Team News
Dijon reached this stage of the FIBA Champions League through the play-in. There, they played against Peristeri and won 2-1 in tie. In the decisive game that took place last week, Dijon triumphed 89:82. Now they want to make another step forward and advance to the quarterfinals.
In addition to good results in Europe, Dijon occupies a high fourth place in domestic championship. Last season, they were eliminated by Asvel in the semifinals, and they would be satisfied if they reached the same stage this time as well. American players Markis McDuffie, Gavin Ware and David Holston are the most important in coach Nenad Marković’s system, plus Matt Mobley was recently signed.
So far in the season, Dijon has had several impressive wins. They defeated teams such as Asvel, Monaco, Paris and Peristeri. In that way, Dijon showed the quality they possess and if they are allowed to impose their rhythm, they can get a positive result here.
Hapoel Jerusalem vs Dijon H2H
These two teams played against each other in 2018/2019 season in this same competition. Hapoel Jerusalem emerged as winner on both occasions. In Israel, score was 86:72.
Injuries and Suspensions
All players are available to Hapoel Jerusalem. Chase Simon is injured and won’t play for Dijon, while Jonathan Rousselle is questionable.
Hapoel Jerusalem vs Dijon Prediction
Considering the atmosphere and positive energy around Hapoel Jerusalem’s locker room before this game, it is difficult to bet against home team. They have more individual talent than Dijon, they are well led by coach Dzikic and if they are at a solid level, they should be able to overcome this opponent. In this way, they would take the first step towards the FIBA Champions League quarterfinals.
Kick-off time: Wednesday, 25.01.2023. 20:00 CET
Prediction: Hapoel Jerusalem -3.5
Odds: 1.73
Sportsbook: 22Bet
