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BasketNews and Andreas Blomdahl continue the Betting Corner edition, providing the best choices before the upcoming EuroLeague round for sports betting enthusiasts.

Panathinaikos Athens / Schedule

Zenit Saint Petersburg Panathinaikos AthensFri17:00 Olympiakos Piraeus Panathinaikos AthensThu19:00 Panathinaikos Athens FC Bayern MunichTue19:00

Currently, Andreas correctly predicted 25 out of 36 possible outcomes, including all four accurate choices from last week. A pretty solid record of building upon. However, we remind you to gamble responsibly.

Zalgiris Kaunas vs Anadolu Efes Istanbul

Zalgiris had an impressive performance last week beating Barcelona at home 91-84. They also played on Tuesday in a make-up game against Olympiacos, losing 73-84 after a big run from the Greeks in the 4th quarter.

The good news for the Lithuanians is that Tyler Cavanaugh was back after missing the game against Barcelona, picking up 10 points in 26 minutes.

Anadolu Efes haven’t played since last week when they got hammered in Monaco, losing 80-102 in a typical run and gun game.

I'm not sure what has happened with Zalgiris in the last month or so but they’re looking much better on both sides of the floor.

On the other hand, Anadolu Efes will have to play every game as it’s their last since it’s a tough race for the last couple of playoffs spots.

I see Zalgiris as a team without any pressure, playing a bit faster than earlier in the season against a very poor defensive Efes who can only play high-tempo basketball.

Once again, we see a total that’s below 160 points, even though Efes are playing away from home? This one should have a great chance to go above 160 points.

BET: Over 155.5 @ 1.90

Olympiacos Piraeus vs Panathinaikos OPAP Athens

The Derby of the eternal rivals!

As mentioned above, Olympiacos beat Zalgiris on Tuesday evening after a great last quarter run. Stevan Jovic and Ioannis Papapetrou are confirmed to miss the derby, while Howard Sant-Roos is a game-time decision.

Points this season

45%73,8Points made:73,8Accuracy:45,3%Place in standings:15Record max:95Record min:48Best scorer:Nemanja NedovicTeamEuroLeagueStatisticsSchedule

Panathinaikos only played a game in the domestic league last week, beating Peristeri at home 75-57.

We have the best derby in Europe, maybe in the world if you ask me. The last five games have ended with a win for the away team, believe it or not. Will it be a 6th? I don’t think so, but that’s not where we find the best best for this game.

Panathinaikos continue to look awful and have big problems with scoring, especially when playing away. Olympiacos are a very solid team which have all the chances in the world to reach a Final Four in Belgrade.

I expect this game to be a tight one where PAO barely reach 70 points and Olympiacos reach a maximum of 80. The only worrying part is if Nemanja Nedovic shows up in godlike mode, which he does from time to time.

If you remember the last time PAO visited the Peace and Friendship Stadium, you know what I’m talking about.

BET: Under 153.5 @ 1.80

Real Madrid vs LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne

After four straight losses, Real Madrid claimed a win in overtime over Olimpia Milano 92-88 and then had a very impressive performance in the domestic league against San Pablo Burgos winning 85-70 without Rudy Fernandez and Nigel Williams-Goss.

ASVEL had a tough week, losing to Baskonia 69-72 and then away to Dijon in the domestic league 75-82.

Are Real Madrid on their way back? I think so. In the last two games they have looked much better meanwhile ASVEL are the total opposite.

Four straight losses, two in EuroLeague and two in LNB. Fernandez and Williams-Goss are game-time decisions for Real and Jeffery Taylor most likely will miss the game.

For ASVEL, both Chris Jones and Elie Okobo could return where Jones is most likely out of the two.

In my opinion, ASVEL seems to have checked out in EuroLeague, with no energy to be seen and no inspiration. Real once again is on the opposite of the specter and I expect a blowout from Los Merengues!

BET: Real Madrid -11.5 @ 1.90

FC Barcelona vs Crvena Zvezda mts Belgrade

Barcelona surprisingly lost in Kaunas against Zalgiris last week after a poor performance throughout the entire game.

Crvena Zvezda are picking up as expected, chasing a play-off spot and a potential Final Four in the capital of Serbia. Last week they beat Maccabi at home 84-77 and the dream is still alive.

This one is an easy one for me. Both teams are very defensive and tactical-minded. Neither of the teams plays fast basketball if their opponent doesn’t raise the tempo.

We can just have a quick look at the last three meetings: 141 points, 132, and 145. Super important game, especially the Serbians, and they know that the only chance to win against Barcelona is to shut them down, not try to outrun them.

Austin Hollins is questionable for Crvena Zvezda, which would be a big blow if he's not available.

If you followed me throughout this year, you know I like to talk about perfect matchups for certain match scenarios, this is one of them.

BET: Under 151.5 @ 1.90.

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