Bayern Munich - Zalgiris

Hello.
Euroleague. Bayern against Žalgiris. Let's move on with Žalgiris team.
Bayern is not as good as Žalgiris. They lost two key players, Edwards and Booker, and their replacements, Rathan-Mayes and Gabriel, are not at the same level. While Rathan-Mayes still shows potential, Gabriel is a limited player on offense. He may be athletic, but lacks physicality and often cannot create opportunities for himself. If Obst can make his 3-point shots, the team can hold on (as we saw against Zvezda), but if it's not his day, the team feels it immediately. Baldwin, despite having a larger role than predicted before the season (as Rokelis dropped out), is very disappointing. He is completely dependent on each day, if he falls, the team falls with him. Not a very good creator. The biggest handicap for the team is the coach. Herbet knows how to use players and I believe it would look completely different if he had a point guard like Jokubaitis on his team.
Žalgiris had an amazing start to the season. They beat the Euroleague champions and vice-champions. The idea is clear - to find advantages. Even in short stretches, players like Birutis and Sleva are used very well. We just have to wait for Sirvydis and Brazdeikis to find their roles. Cisco, Goss and Lomg-time guards trio are playing very well, and Wright also doesn't disappoint. Tubelis looks good and even made 3 3-point shots in 2 matches. Finally, he is used as a small forward, and in this position he is more dangerous both in offense and creating opportunities for his teammates. The team looks very good and inspiring. And the defense is not bad either.
Given both on paper and in their play, I think Žalgiris can take the win here and continue their streak. The odds are worth the risk. Good luck.

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