Jonava vs Zalgiris Prediction, Tips & Odds – Feb. 19, 2023
Jonava vs Zalgiris Prediction 19.02.2023. Jonava and Zalgiris will play against each other in the Lithuanian Cup final held in Siauliai.
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Jonava vs Zalgiris Odds
Jonava vs Zalgiris 1×2: 6.75 / 1.09
Asian Handicap (+13.5 / -13.5): 1.83 / 1.83
Total Over/Under (155.5): 1.83 / 1.83
Odds via Bet365 Sportsbook
Jonava Team News
Jonava made a huge surprise in the Lithuanian Cup semifinals. They beat Rytas by 92:86 and have a chance to achieve the greatest success in club’s history. Jonava never won a trophy before, and this is only the second season in which they participate in the highest level of domestic competition.
Jonava showed that they are in good shape three weeks ago when they sensationally beat Zalgiris 80:76 in Kaunas. Then, they played in the Lithuanian League and now they will compete in the Cup final. The most deserving man for these results is their head coach Virginijus Seskus. The experienced expert has done good things with Prienai in the past. Now, he is doing it with Jonava. His son Edvinas Seskus is one of the most important players, along with Americans Glynn Watson and Jeff Garrett. Latvian basketball player Martins Laksa is also having a great season.
The victory against Zalgiris in the domestic championship certainly gives faith to Jonava that they can play a good game once again. This time the clash will take place on a neutral ground and there won’t be as many opposing fans as was the case in Kaunas.
Zalgiris Team News
Zalgiris had no problems with Lietkabelis in the Lithuanian Cup semifinals. They triumphed by 77:67 and now want to win this trophy for the fourth year in a row. Zalgiris are big favorites against Jonava and it will be a huge surprise if they don’t celebrate.
With a win against Baskonia in the Euroleague, Zalgiris got back on track. Isaiah Taylor, who didn’t play for a couple of weeks due to injury, is now on the roster. With him, head coach Kazys Maksvytis has another ball handler at his disposal. In the previous games, he could only count on Lukas Lekavicius, which the opponents used to put pressure on him and thus cause problems for Zalgiris offense. Ignas Brazdeikis is playing better as the season goes on and that is another great news for this team.
Defeat in the domestic championship against Jonava will certainly lead to Zalgiris entering this clash much more focused. They will try to repeat the game against Lietkabelis and to reach a double-digit advantage in the first half, which they will control in the rest of the game.
Jonava vs Zalgiris H2H
This is third time this season that Jonava and Zalgiris will play against each other. H2H is 1-1, and both times visitors triumphed. Zalgiris won 80:75, while Jonava won 80:76.
Injuries and Suspensions
All players are available for Jonava. Tyler Cavanaugh and Keenan Evans won’t play for Zalgiris.
Jonava vs Zalgiris Prediction
After two big wins in a short period of time, the confidence of Jonava players is at a huge level. They are certainly convinced that they can upset Zalgiris once again and will certainly be competitive in most of this clash. That is why we believe that this game won’t be lost by 14 or more points.
Tip-off Time: Sunday, 19.02.2023. 7:00 PM Local Time (GMT +2)
Prediction: Jonava +13.5
Odds: 1.83
Sportsbook: Bet365
