Unicaja vs Baskonia Prediction, Tips & Odds – Feb. 12, 2023
Unicaja vs Baskonia Prediction 12.02.2023. The most interesting game of the Endesa League round 20 will be played between Unicaja and Baskonia in Malaga.
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Unicaja vs Baskonia Odds
Unicaja vs Baskonia 1×2: 1.70 / 2.16
Asian Handicap (-2.5 / +2.5): 1.90 / 1.90
Total Over/Under (169.5): 1.90 / 1.90
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Unicaja Team News
Unicaja looks very good this season. They are in fifth place in the Endesa League with a 13-6 record, with excellent results in the FIBA Champions League as well. They are undefeated there in top 16 stage and have a great chance to play in the quarterfinals.
The most deserving person for everything good that happens around Unicaja is head coach Ibon Navarro. In the past years, he had fantastic results in Andorra, and now he is doing the same in Malaga. They are fourth best defense in the domestic championship where they are allowing 77.0 points per game. They don’t have a classic leader in offense like Baskonia. There are a handful of players who can put up double-digit numbers when they’re in good mood. Among them are Kendrick Perry, Nihad Djedovic, Dario Brizuela, Tyson Carter, Dylan Osetkowski, David Kravish and Tyler Kalinoski.
If they beat Baskonia, Unicaja would remain in the race for fourth place. This brings home court advantage in the Endesa League quarterfinals, which makes the job much easier on the way to the semifinals. A place inside top four is something coach Navarro’s team is hoping for.
Baskonia Team News
Baskonia are playing a much better season than what everyone predicted for them. In the Euroleague, they have a real chance to qualify for the quarterfinals, while in the Endesa League they currently hold third place. Looking at the current form, it will be a surprise if they don’t stay there after 34 rounds.
Baskonia’s offense has been impressive this season. In the Endesa League, they are scoring by far the most points per game (90.4). When the defense plays at even an average level, they usually win without much trouble. Markus Howard is able to destroy any opponent when he is in positive mood, although there are plenty of good shooters on roster. For example, Vanja Marinkovic and Rokas Giedraitis had some impressive shooting games lately.
It is a fact that Baskonia offense has a lot more points in their hands than Unicaja offense. The only question is how much energy they have left for a good defense after the demanding trip to Kaunas and the big emotional drain after the defeat against Zalgiris.
Unicaja vs Baskonia H2H
When these two teams played against each other in September, Baskonia won 103:89. It was the third triumph in a row for them versus Unicaja. They were better in both clashes that took place last season.
Injuries and Suspensions
Augusto Lima is injured and won’t play for Unicaja. Apart from Pierria Henry, all other players are available to Baskonia.
Unicaja vs Baskonia Prediction
Baskonia are a better team than Unicaja, but the club from Malaga had much more time to prepare for this duel. They have a great head coach, solid talent on the roster and will certainly bring more energy to this game. That should be enough to outplay their big rival this time.
Tip-off Time: Sunday, 12.02.2023. 8:00 PM Local Time (GMT +1) / 20:00 CET
Prediction: Unicaja to win
Odds: 1.70
Sportsbook: Unibet
