Match Analysis: Anadolu Efes vs Maccabi Tel Aviv – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-30
- Time: 5:45 PM UTC
- Location: Sportski Centar Moraca, Podgorica, Montenegro
Game Overview
Anadolu Efes hosts Maccabi Tel Aviv opening the 2025-2026 EuroLeague season in a key matchup between two experienced teams looking to start strong in the expanded 20-team format.
Key Factors to Consider
- Anadolu Efes comes into the season with a strong roster featuring Shane Larkin, Elijah Bryant, and Darius Thompson and last season averaged 85.7 PPG with solid defensive stats. Maccabi Tel Aviv has shown competitive form but is slightly underdog statistically and on odds.
- Recent H2H matchups favor Anadolu Efes, who have consistently edged Maccabi in EuroLeague play over the past few seasons.
- No major injuries reported for Anadolu Efes or Maccabi Tel Aviv, both teams expected to field near full-strength lineups.
- Game is played at a neutral venue in Montenegro, minimizing strong home court advantage effects but Anadolu Efes is technically the home team.
- Both teams highly motivated to start the season well; Anadolu Efes looking to capitalize on experience, Maccabi aiming to prove a strong contender status.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Anadolu Efes -320, Maccabi Tel Aviv +260 | Anadolu Efes | β β β β β 78% |
Spread | Anadolu Efes -7.5 -110, Maccabi Tel Aviv +7.5 -110 | Anadolu Efes -7.5 | β β β β β 70% |
Over/under | Over 171.5 -110, Under 171.5 -110 | Over 171.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
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Moneyline | Anadolu Efes -3% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 171.5 18% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 171.5 at 18% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 20.2% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Anadolu Efes to win straight up with a margin covering the spread and a moderately high-scoring game over the total points line.
Predicted Score: Anadolu Efes 88 – 78 Maccabi Tel Aviv