On October 24, the EuroLeague will feature several exciting matchups, including the game between Monaco and Paris. Experts at Dailysports have prepared a prediction for this encounter.
Monaco’s basketball team has started the EuroLeague season on a strong note, achieving 3 wins in 4 games, which places them in a tie for the lead with four other teams. In their most recent match, they comfortably defeated the struggling Virtus Bologna at home with a score of 101-85.
However, Monaco has faced challenges in their domestic league, securing only 3 wins in 5 games. Despite this, there is no immediate cause for concern, as the competition is less intense, and they are just one victory away from reaching the top of the standings. A playoff spot in the EuroLeague is a mandatory goal for the team, but their ultimate aim is to contend for the title.
For Paris, this season is crucial as they make their debut in the EuroLeague, needing to establish their place in this elite competition. So far, they have managed only one victory in four games, although that win came against the reigning champions, Panathinaikos.
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In their latest outing, Paris fought hard against Bayern on the road but ultimately fell short in a narrow 107-109 defeat. Currently, they rank 15th, among the lower-tier teams, but are just one win away from the playoff zone. Domestically, Paris has excelled, winning all four of their games, allowing them to share the top spot in the French league.
Match facts indicate that Monaco has been exceptional at home, winning all six of their games across all competitions, while Paris has won 2 of their 5 away games. The odds for this matchup are: W1 – 1.26, W2 – 3.4.
A key player to watch for Paris is T.J. Shorts, who has been posting impressive scoring numbers despite standing at just 175 cm tall.
The teams faced each other frequently last season, including in the French league finals, where Monaco claimed a convincing 3-1 series victory.
In terms of prediction, this matchup can be considered a derby, as both teams represent the French league. Bookmakers heavily favor the home team, and I concur with this assessment. My pick is a Monaco win with a -6.5 point spread.
