Bahçeşehir College
Bahçeşehir College has made a solid start to this Eurocup season, showing strong form in both local and European competitions. They recorded notable victories, including a big win against Beşiktaş (87-66) and an away win against Vilnius Wolves (80-69), which highlighted their defensive discipline and ability to control games.
Key players for Bahçeşehir include Sehmus Hazer, who was outstanding with a high shooting percentage of 71%, showing his scoring efficiency. Tai Odiase was a major force, contributing both offensively (17.2 PER) and defensively with his shot-blocking abilities. The team’s defensive structure is solid, allowing an average of just 76.7 points per game, which puts them among the best defensive teams in the competition.
In terms of style, Bahçeşehir play at a deliberate pace, focusing on defensive stops and turning into transition. Their strength lies in rebounding and protecting the rim, which is key in slowing down opponents’ momentum. However, their recent tough losses in close games, such as against Gran Canaria (66-63), show that they can sometimes struggle against teams with a faster pace or strong perimeter shooting.
Trento
Dolomiti Energia Trento had a mixed start to the season. They showed resilience with victories in the Italian league, but struggled against stronger opponents in the Eurocup. Their record includes an impressive 106-100 home win over Varese, demonstrating their offensive prowess. However, they suffered heavy defeats in the Eurocup, including a 64-85 loss to Buducnost, which exposed weaknesses, especially in defence.
Trent’s best player, Jordan Ford, was effective, leading the team in points and playmaking. He brings versatility to their attack but needs more support from his teammates to cope with stronger defensive teams like Bahçeşehir. Trent’s defense, unlike Bahcesehir’s, has been shaky, giving up an average of 85 points in losses.
Their biggest challenge will be to keep up with Bahçeşehir’s disciplined defensive pressure. Trento has had issues with turnovers and offensive inefficiency in tougher matches, which could benefit from Bahcesehir’s aggressive defensive approach.
Betting proposal
Bahçeşehir Defense: They have a well-structured defensive system, allowing only about 76.7 points per game on average. Their focus on controlling the tempo of the game through defense and limiting fast breaks by opponents should contribute to a lower overall score.
Trento’s Offensive Struggles: While Trento can score points, it has struggled against strong defenses, evident in the loss to Buducnost, where they managed just 64 points. Against a similarly tough Bahçeşehir defense, they may struggle to score high points.
Pace of Play: Both teams prefer a slower, methodical style of play. Bahçeşehir’s slower tempo combined with Trent’s inconsistent attack suggests this game could see less overall possession and therefore less scoring opportunities.
Based on these factors, this game is likely to be a poor one, making under 159.5 points a solid bet.
Quota: 1.71
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