Singapore Slingers vs Eastern Long Lions Prediction, Tips & Odds – Jan. 07, 2023 13:00 CET
Singapore Slingers vs Eastern Long Lions Prediction 07.01.2023. After a covid-related hiatus, the crown jewel of club basketball in Southeast Asia is finally back. As a matter of fact, the eleventh edition of the ABL ASEAN Basketball League officially tipped off in OCBC Arena in Singapore five days ago.
So far we have already witnessed some very thrilling games and stories, but the derby between two of the main title favourites on Saturday is by far the most exciting matchup.
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Singapore Slingers vs Eastern Long Lions Odds
Singapore Slingers vs Eastern Long Lions 1×2: 1.47/2.565
Asian Handicap (-4.5/+4.5): 1.84/1.84
Total Over/Under (164.5): 1.84/1.84
Odds via 22Bet Sportsbook.
Singapore Slingers Team News
The 3-time vice-champions entered the ABL 2023 season with a rejuvenated roster, but also with some familiar faces who should spearhead the team in another title quest. Despite the absence of their reliable defender Larry Liew, the Slingers have been flawless so far beating the Malaysian NS Matrix and one of the weakest teams in the competition, the Thai outfit Bangkok Tigers.
Today´s duel against Eastern will be by far the most demanding challenge for the hosts of the opening stage. The Slingers had their way with undersized opponents in the opening two games, but the tall Eastern side will be a very tough task and a good barometer of their current strength.
Eastern Long Lions Team News
Experienced Croatian expert Željko Pavličević has built a formidable squad for this ABL Invitational and the results of the initial games clearly suggest Eastern have to be considered one of the favourites to win the tournament.
The foundation of the team from Hong Kong is their reliable and proven former ABL import O´Darien Bassett, but the main difference-maker so far has been the new heritage player Dominic Gilbert.Interestingly, he was born in Hong Kong and has the right to play as a special import player.
The increased firepower of Eastern was more than visible in the 31-point opening round trouncing of the Bangkok Tigers, while the Macau Black Bears managed to survive until the end, but lacked the size to win the game.
Singapore Slingers vs Eastern Long Lions H2H
31.01.20 – Eastern Long Lions – Singapore Slingers 67:73
17.04.19 – Eastern Long Lions – Singapore Slingers 73:80
12.04.19 – Singapore Slingers – Eastern Long Lions 101:70
09.01.19 – Eastern Long Lions – Singapore Slingers 88:81
21.12.18 – Singapore Slingers – Eastern Long Lions 89:92(OT)
Injuries and suspensions
None.
Singapore Slingers vs Eastern Long Lions Prediction
The Slingers will be enjoying the support of a packed arena, but the Long Lions are well-coached and look like an experienced European team on the court. They have emerged as the main dark horse of the initial stage and deserve our backing in the ABL match of the day.
Tip-off Time: Saturday, 07.01.2023 13:00 CET
Prediction: Handicap Handiсap Hong Kong Eastern (+4.5)
Odds: 1,84
Sportsbook: 22BET
