Partizan vs. Anadolu Efes Prediction, Tips & Odds – Dec. 16, 2022 20:30 CET
Rivalry between Zeljko Obradovic and Ergin Ataman was at its peak a few years ago and now they will compete again in the clash between Partizan and Anadolu Efes.
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Partizan Team News
Partizan are in terrible shape. They lost seven of their last eight games in all competitions, including five in a row in the Euroleague. In their “Stark Arena” Partizan were outplayed by Valencia and Red Star, so now a reaction is expected.
When Zeljko Obradovic returned to Partizan, the fans were delighted. Many saw great things in advance in the Euroleague, but this is not the current reality. Black and whites are struggling a lot and they are by far the worst defense in this competition. They allow 87.4 points per game which is unacceptable. If things don’t change on that side of the floor, their results will hardly be better. Offense on the other hand works very well, but it is not enough to win games in the Euroleague.
On Friday evening, back-to-back Euroleague champion will be in Belgrade. If this is not enough motivation for Partizan players to play at the upper limits of their abilities, then nothing will. The impression is that they need one big win to boost the confidence that is clearly missing.
Anadolu Efes Team News
On Wednesday, Anadolu Efes shockingly lost against Baskonia on their floor. In this way, they ended their streak of five wins in the Euroleague that they had. They are in seventh place and it’s definitely not a position that suits their quality.
Shane Larkin has recovered from injury but didn’t play on Wednesday. There is a possibility that he will travel to Belgrade, although it should be expected that he gradually gets into the rhythm. For years, Anadolu Efes has shown that they find their best form in April and May. After all, that’s when it’s most important to be at your peak. Vasilije Micic confirms from week to week why he’s the best player in the Euroleague at this moment, plus the positive thing is good performances of Amath M’Baye, who finally found his place in coach Ataman system.
Ergin Ataman loves big games. This may not be a particularly significant match in terms of results, but the opportunity to beat Zeljko Obradovic in front of 18,000 people in Belgrade is more than enough motivation for him. There is no doubt that he will know how to prepare his players for that.
H2H
12 times so far these two teams played against each other in the Euroleague. Anadolu Efes leads 7-5, but last clash took place back in 2011.
Injuries
Aleksa Avramovic and Balsa Koprivica won’t play for Partizan due to injury. Dogus Balbay is out of action at Anadolu Efes, while Shane Larkin is questionable.
Partizan vs. Anadolu Efes Prediction
It’s hard to believe in a team that lost five straight games in the Euroleague, but the facilitating factor is that they have the best European coach of all time on their bench. There is no doubt that Partizan will be motivated and if they lose, they will certainly leave everything they have on the floor. That should be enough to at least cover six-point handicap.
Kick-off time: Friday, 16.12.2022. 20:30 CET
Prediction: Partizan +6.5
Odds: 1.73
Sportsbook: Ivibet
