Anadolu Efes — Monaco, prediction and H2H — March 19, 2026
Anadolu Efes
Monaco
On March 19, 2026, the EuroLeague Round 32 match between Anadolu Efes and Monaco will take place at the Basketbol Gelisim Merkezi in Istanbul. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Anadolu Efes
Anadolu Efes enter this matchup in decent form. In their most recent Turkish Basketball Super League game, Efes defeated Beşiktaş 89–80, extending their winning streak to three consecutive victories across all competitions. In the domestic league, they currently sit sixth with a 14–8 record.
In the EuroLeague, Efes secured a narrow 81–80 away victory over Bayern Munich in their last match, snapping a two-game losing streak. However, the Turkish side have struggled throughout the season and currently sit 18th in the standings with a 10–21 record, leaving them without realistic playoff hopes.
Home form has been a particular issue this season, with Efes posting a 6–11 record in Istanbul — the worstest in the EuroLeague. Offensively, the team has been inconsistent, averaging 80.5 points per game (18th in the league).
Shane Larkin, the team’s leading scorer with 15.8 points per game, will miss this matchup due to injury, which represents a significant setback for Efes.
Looking at head-to-head meetings against AS Monaco Basket in Istanbul, Efes hold a slight overall advantage with three wins and two losses in five encounters. However, recent history has been challenging, as the Turkish side have lost their last two home games against Monaco.
Monaco
Monaco enter this matchup following a tough 86–94 loss to Nancy in the LNB, which ended their three-game winning streak across all competitions. Despite the setback, Monaco remain at the top of the French league standings with an 18–3 record.
In the EuroLeague, Monaco’s last game was a narrow 81–80 home victory over Olympiacos, keeping them competitive in the standings. They are currently eighth with a 17–14 record, actively contesting a top-6 playoff position.
On the road, Monaco have been somewhat inconsistent, holding a 7–9 record — the seventh-best in the EuroLeague. Offensively, the team is among the league’s strongest, averaging 89.8 points per game (third in scoring).
Monaco will face a key absence in Mike James, their top scorer, who averages 16.9 points and 6.5 assists per game, missing this matchup due to injury.
Head-to-head, Monaco hold a clear advantage over Anadolu Efes in recent meetings. The French side have won the last four encounters, including a dominant 102–66 home victory earlier this EuroLeague season.
Key facts and head-to-head stats
- Anadolu Efes have won 3 of their last 4 games.
- Anadolu Efes have won 7 of their last 8 games.
- Monaco have won 3 of their last 4 games.
- Monaco have won 4 of their last 5 games.
- Monaco have won the last 4 head-to-head meetings.
Anadolu Efes — Monaco Prediction
Both teams enter this matchup in very different positions. Anadolu Efes has already been eliminated from EuroLeague playoff contention, struggling with low offensive output and a poor home record, essentially just finishing out the euroseason. On the other hand, AS Monaco is one of the most efficient scoring teams in the EuroLeague, still fighting for a top-6 finish, and holds a clear advantage in recent head-to-head matchups against Efes. Considering Monaco’s need for a win to secure their playoff positioning and their recent dominance over Efes, even without their top player, the team is highly likely to win this matchup or, at the very least, avoid a heavy defeat. Recommended bet: Monaco Asian Handicap +8 — 1.69
