The total given is slightly lower than Melo's average, with 20 points and almost 8 assists per game, and the opponent is one that Melo should definitely play well against tonight. The Lakers team is not known for strong defense, although it has improved recently, so I believe this player should have many opportunities to score, especially in Luke pick and roll situations, where he played excellently in last season's meeting with the Lakers. Furthermore, this game is being played in LaMelo's home turf, where he has a great track record of averaging around 25 points and 8 assists per game against the Lakers in his 4 previous visits. Looking at his game logs of 27 points and 6 assists, 23 points and 8 assists, 25 points and 11 assists, and 26 points and 7 assists in those matches, it is clear that he always gets fired up when playing the Lakers.

I have a feeling that Paris ascent of results is coming now, because they always play consistently, but the spark only appears with winners. At home, by the star courtside, the guys have fun, run, throw, and it's tough to play against such a mood. Monaco is experienced, wins everything, but sometimes has to give in during a game marathon when James or other defenders get hot.

Before the break, from what I could see, it looked like a great game. They were throwing from far away with great confidence, even though they were playing under pressure. Quite agile, but not comfortable. The green under the baskets doesn't shine, so the Belarusian team will have many opportunities, especially to compensate for the lack of leaders.

It seems that there is a little more confidence, scoring 7 points in the last two games. In general, during those minutes on the court, he makes a lot of shots. Against Maccabi, he can also use his physical strength. In Kaunas, when the game does not work for everyone, Ignas scored 10 points. It seems like a suitable weapon to use in this style of basketball.

Well, playing against a much stronger team here can mean a very fast game. Another thing is that this player often disappears against teams of such ability, and the statistics are gathered against a lower tier. And even the handicap against players of such ability is not small, so if there are not many easy kills, I don't think he will reach it.

Despite the intense green, all the pieces will be neatly arranged, everyone will feel important and will have something to contribute. Cisco is on its own, but it should also shoot something unexpected - like Jews in rough defense. The situation of the players on the home side is unclear at times, but their return could bring some harmony. I am waiting for an open match, and the greens know how to control such situations, especially after having recently recharged from them.

In the second consecutive tournament, Skatov, who plays extremely well and successfully, dominates over all tennis players. So the opponents are far from the highest level, but that doesn't mean they should be disregarded. Kachazas, playing a solid game and consistently winning at least three breaks, is also doing well, so he must play successfully here as well, even against weaker opponents like Peru.

I hope for a rematch from the Spanish side. At the end of December, in a friendly match, the Frenchman won, but in this match between the two players, Fokina seems like a clear favorite. The Spanish player, who plays very well in the game, seems to be getting even better, while the Frenchman appears to be standing still. Both players did not face serious resistance in this tournament, but overall, the mastery is greater in the hands of the Spanish player, who I believe will also have the win.

The southern hemisphere is highly underestimated, I believe it could really surprise, the coefficient is definitely too high and it keeps rising which is interesting, and even though Mboko is playing well, there was a slight injury which should have some minimal impact on her game, so I think taking Birrel for one set would be a great value.