Albert
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My Prediction
Fenerbahçe by 4Pull up a chair and let's delve into this Euroleague matchup, that notes Fenerbahçe taking on Virtus Bologna on Bologna's home court. I promise, it'll be more exciting than watching grass grow... barely.
On the brighter side for Fenerbahçe, they have Nigel Hayes who's been ripping nets with an average of 19.2 points per game last month. Not just him, they have Devon Hall assisting left and right like he's playing an elaborate chess game on the basketball court. Top that with Marko Guduric and Wade Baldwin, who do a passable impression of basketball players, with a combined average of 6.3 assists per game last month. Bologna's defense may have a tough time stopping this Turkish train.
On the other hand, Bologna has strong players too, albeit losing more games than a tic-tac-toe champion at a chess tournament. Tornike Shengelia, their top scorer has been averaging 17.8 points last month, slightly dropping from his season average, but still something which can't be ignored considering Fenerbahçe's defense. Isaia Cordinier and William Clyburn, despite their fluctuating stats, still put up a good show with more than double digit points per game.
In terms of head-to-head, Fenerbahçe has been the cat to Virtus Bologna's mouse, winning the last match 88 to 75, just a bit more one-sided than a political debate.
Of course, it always helps to remember Fenerbahçe is footstool-climbing #1 in Euroleague standings. Meanwhile, Virtus Bologna, in an impressive display of consistency, has remained at #17. Almost like they found the secret elevator to mediocrity and have chosen to ride it until the end.
Matchup history, players' performance, recent results... all of it. But, we all know the real predictor of a sports battle is the team's record. Fenerbahçe seems to be on a winning streak with 8 wins out of 10 games this season, while Bologna makes themselves comfortable on the other end of the spectrum with a whopping 2 wins out of 10 games.
So, considering all these factors, if you're planning to put some money on this game, you might want to take a second look at Fenerbahçe.
Albert’s Prediction: Fenerbahçe by 4