Before the injury, Jokic was given a 1.9 coefficient for a triple double. After the injury, his minutes were limited and he played two games, but there were no triple doubles. He played 25 minutes in the first game and almost 30 in the second. Today I think he will have a chance for a triple double against Peru and can play for more than 30 minutes, which will help him get back in form. The offered coefficient seems suitable for taking the risk, especially since Jokic is a triple double machine and has an average of triple doubles.
Luka is currently turning around a triple double in every game. Reaves is injured, so the ball is often in Luka's hands and he distributes it a lot to Peru. I think it's worth betting on the over, because they are playing against a weak team and Lakers can score a lot of points in a high-attacking game. They played against Wizards a few days ago and Luka got a triple-double there as well.
B2B should not be allowed for Embiid, so here Maxey has complete freedom to make plays. George is suspended. When some of them didn't play for a while, Maxey just went off and often scored 30+. He does a lot with his shots, last 5 games he made: 23, 24, 25, 28, 15 attempts. Warriors defend poorly against defenders, both in allowing points and 3PTs. They should really step up here.
The Turkish team's combination of attackers made Dozier a threat. Overall, he is a hard-working player who excels in both offense and defense, as well as in getting rebounds. Against Valencia's playing style and rebounds, one can expect a high-scoring game and quick attacks from him. He also gets a lot of minutes, so the odds seem somewhat illogical.
They should have an even match, so Bacon should play almost without substitutions. Moses returned, one of the top scorers, but his form doesn't inspire confidence. With Bacon, all he needs is the desire and he can score without much difficulty, no matter what defense is applied. I am expecting a lot of initiative against such opponents, provoked by fouls, and 20 points could be limitless.
After the defeat against Baskonia. Zalgiris is returning home to play in front of their supporters. Monaco's form is falling, it is difficult for them to play in both tournaments because they also struggle in the French league. The coach constantly says that they lack players and Mike James, their biggest star, has to play a lot of minutes without rest.
Zalgiris plays well at home, and if they have a favorable game against Monaco, they will easily take the victory.
The team is complete, William Goss is also back on the court today, Rubstavicius suffered a weekend injury, but he doesn't get many minutes in the Euroleague anyway.
Let's go with green and white and let's hope for a win, good luck.
What the morning is capable of is being able to focus on the most important battles. This is how team LKL plays tragically, but Rytas knows how to play when they are not the favorites. Le Mans is also a very unstable team, and when the match is based on a normal attack, it is normal for Rytas to have a lot of chances to win, and when that coefficient is worth taking.
I believe that Trento is a stronger team and it is obvious, and the teams come into these matches in different forms. Trento has beaten solid opponents 4 times, and Niners suffered a convincing defeat in their last game against Hamburg. The Germans have been inconsistent, but after their loss in Italy, I am expecting a revenge from Trento, especially since they have the confidence to do so, and the coefficient is worth taking.
Without the injured Edwards (whether he plays or not, he won't be in optimal form), Virtus looks different. This is how the Italians demonstrate their ability to play well and surprise the Monaco team, but Lyon is not as weak as they may seem. Lately, the French rarely lose by large margins, and the Virtus team will feel the absence or presence of Edwards after his injury. France won by 7 points against Virtus, but I believe this will be a tough battle and Asvel should not lose strongly in this match.
Stuttgart, defending their title and performing exceptionally well in all championships, must continue. The average team from Kiel in the second league does not seem like a serious opponent, especially as we can expect the main Stuttgart lineup in this stage, as we fight for a spot in the semi-finals.
Cristian Jaqueline, a local 27-year-old Romanian, has had an impressive start to the season and is already among the top tennis players. With a tournament at home and strong support from Romanian fans, she has no doubt she will perform well. Stefanini Lucrezia is not a strong contender, lacking power and serves, she is a lower-ranked player from Italy, struggling in the tournament and already playing her third match while it will be Jaqueline's first. As in her previous tournament in Cluj-Napoca, Italy, a couple of months ago, she suffered a knee injury during a match with Arango and ended up forfeiting the match in the second set. Since then, she has not been able to keep up with fast-paced games.
Tenerife is currently the slowest team in the Champions League tournament, with Gran Canaria not far behind. This season, Gran Canaria is heavily focused on their defense and often has games with scores that were rarely seen before the modern era of basketball. They have the best defensive ranking in the tournament. However, it is concerning that Tenerife has a better offense and their defense may not be as strong as it seems. But considering it is the playoffs and the importance of the games is immense, it is a scary thought.
The decisive match, in which I am expecting goals. In the first game, Arsenal won 2-3 against Chelsea, so we should expect goals in this match too. Even one of these two teams can surpass the over/under line, especially since Arsenal has gone over this line in 6 out of their last 7 matches. Chelsea also plays an attacking football, as seen in their last 3 matches.
The leaders and this season's home match winners with a red card 2-0, Hearts, are once again playing against St. Mirren. The away team Hearts are playing very well, but St. Mirren is fighting to avoid relegation and has a goal difference of -14, while Hearts have a +28 difference. The strongest team in Scotland consistently plays well and wins, so even playing away, one can only expect a victory for them.
I believe a very high coefficient is given for the Paris team, which courageously can win against Germany. Yes, Bayern is playing a better playoff, but when it comes to gathering points, Paris is on the same level. Both teams have caused sensations in the previous Euroleague tour, so their form is good. However, Paris seems to be an even more attractive option to me, and with such a coefficient, I think it's worth taking a risk only with them.
Bucks leaving the East is a serious possibility, especially with such high odds. Giannis is having another incredible season and it doesn't seem like his form will decline. Ryan Rollins is becoming a great player. Kevin Porter Jr is not yet there, but he will be, and if we don't count his non-basketball related issues, he is a great player. AJ Green is a complete sniper who can make shots in every game. Myles Turner is struggling right now, but he will start making shots soon. The recipe for the Bucks is clear - Giannis is the main man and the shooters are placed around him, and with this team, it's possible to win championships.
The main contenders will most likely be Cleveland, 76ers, and Knicks, maybe even Orlando, but it's disappointing and unclear which of them will rise this season.
Outrights (NBA 2025/26 - To Reach the Playoffs - Golden State Warriors : NO) @500 4/10
The West is very competitive. In the past years, it was not clear who would rank in the top 4 - 11.
The Spurs will still be in the mix, and the Rockets look strong. It's too early to count out the Kings.
Curry is 37 years old, Butler is 36, and Draymond is 35, so the core players are getting older and could potentially face the same injuries.
Overall, my weak teams' championship looks promising this year. Despite their lack of experience in the championship, they often rise up to the Premier League. The rest of the teams don't have much chance unless these options occur:
Leicester - I believe they will bounce back, although they have struggled a bit. They still have a strong team and if they don't lose their morale after dropping down to the championship, I think they can definitely fight for promotion this season.
Middlesbrough - A good team in good form, nothing can stop them this season. I think they can definitely promote to the Premier League together with Leicester.
Coventry - Thanks to Lampard's magic, they have a shot at first place. I believe they have good chemistry and can rise to the Premier League, as long as they maintain their form.
In my opinion, these are the only options that can compete for promotion to the Premier league. The rest are either in bad form or good form, but I don't think they will last long. Leicester, on the other hand, is used to the championship and immediately bounces back to the Premier League. They have struggled with injuries in the Premier League but now I see that their players are no longer injured and in good form (sadly, some have left). But their main player, Abdul Fatawu (remember the name), can lead this team if he doesn't get injured. The team still has good players and promising talents, so I think they can continue their tradition.
First long-term bet for the new full season. Chelsea's coefficient is still over 2, which means they will finish in the Top 4, and I have no doubts about that. Last season, they finished fourth and strengthened their team impressively at the end of the season. It was clear that this young team is a force to be reckoned with, winning two trophies and beating PSG gave them a lot of confidence going forward. So yes, Chelsea will play Champions League football, but in terms of the main competition for the fourth place, I see Newcastle as the main rival and I don't think they have strengthened enough to challenge for it. As for the other teams, United and Tottenham? United have made too much progress in just one season and Tottenham have a lower level than Chelsea, plus they are also in the Champions League. Aston Villa seems destined for relegation and I don't see any other contenders. Overall, I believe Chelsea is closer to joining the top three of Arsenal, Manchester City, and Liverpool, rather than fighting for the Top 4 spot, which I don't see them achieving in the upcoming Premier League season.