Match Analysis: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs FC Barcelona Bàsquet – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-10-14
- Time: 5:00 PM UTC
- Location: Aleksandar Nikolic Hall
Game Overview
This EuroLeague matchup features Maccabi Tel Aviv hosting FC Barcelona Bàsquet in a high-stakes encounter. Barcelona enters as the clear favorite based on recent form, head-to-head history, and bookmaker odds.
Key Factors to Consider
- Barcelona holds a stronger recent form with a 2-1 record for the current EuroLeague season versus Maccabi's 1-2. Over the last 10 games, Barcelona shows slight superiority with 6 wins versus Maccabi's 5; home advantage for Maccabi may be limited given their mixed performances.
- Barcelona has a dominant recent H2H edge, having won the last five EuroLeague meetings, frequently by comfortable margins (e.g., 100-71 in Feb 2025). The matchups have consistently been tight but favored Barcelona by narrow to substantial margins.
- No critical injury information currently indicates a significant impact on either team, suggesting both squads will be close to full strength.
- The game is played at Aleksandar Nikolic Hall, with neutral crowd impact expected. Scheduling and travel demands slightly favor Barcelona, who are on a positive streak.
- Barcelona aims to consolidate their strong EuroLeague start and maintain momentum. Maccabi looks to upset the odds but faces the psychological burden of prior losses against Barcelona.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -167 | Barcelona | ★★★★☆ 74% |
| Spread | -112 | Barcelona -11 | ★★★☆☆ 62% |
| Over/under | -110 | Over 175.5 | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Away 18% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | N/A |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Away at 18% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 0% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Barcelona to win outright on the Moneyline, cover the -11 spread, and the game to go Over 175.5 points.
Predicted Score: Barcelona 89 – Maccabi Tel Aviv 75