ASVEL vs Maccabi Tel Aviv prediction and H2H — March 20, 2026
ASVEL
Maccabi Tel Aviv
In Round 32 of the EuroLeague basketball regular season, ASVEL and Maccabi will go head-to-head. The clash will take place in Lyon on Friday, March 20, with tip-off set for 20:45 Central European Time. Here’s my pick for the winner of this game.
Match preview
The 2025/26 season has been a rough ride for ASVEL, especially in the EuroLeague, where the team has struggled to string together consistent results. According to current tournament standings, the French club sits rock-bottom in the table.
The Lyon-based side has already lost even a theoretical chance of making the play-in, and that’s hardly a surprise. Even before the season began, experts pegged ASVEL as one of the main underdogs—and the results have confirmed those predictions.
Recent games have shown that ASVEL has a hard time maintaining a high shooting percentage and controlling the game for the full 40 minutes. Rare EuroLeague victories and average results in the French LNB offer little cause for celebration.
ASVEL’s recent EuroLeague outings have been marked by inconsistency. These results underline that the team can put up a fight but struggles defensively against opponents with deep rosters. Offensively, ASVEL finds it tough to get going: their field goal percentage remains below average, and their three-point shooting is simply not up to par.
Maccabi, meanwhile, remains highly competitive and continues to contend for a play-in spot in the EuroLeague. The Israeli club still harbors ambitions of climbing higher in the standings, but cracking the top 10 will require them to exceed expectations.
Statistically, Maccabi looks much more efficient on offense compared to their French rivals: the team boasts a high two-point shooting percentage and is dangerous from downtown. Maccabi also excels in transition, using speed to create advantages. All in all, offense remains their primary weapon.
In their recent games, Maccabi have notched both wins and losses in hard-fought battles. The team can push the tempo and put up big numbers, but at times, they’ve struggled defensively, especially against teams with dominant frontcourts.
In terms of overall game balance, Maccabi appears more stable than ASVEL, particularly on the offensive end. Their roster depth and tactical flexibility give the coaching staff plenty of ways to adapt to different game scenarios. In this upcoming matchup, the Israelis need a win over an unmotivated opponent to stay in the hunt for a top-10 finish.
Key facts
- ASVEL have lost seven home games in a row across all competitions.
- Maccabi have won nine of their last ten games.
- ASVEL averages 78 points per game, while Maccabi averages 89 points per game.
Players to watch
Lonnie Walker missed a significant stretch at the start of 2026, but since returning, he has embraced the role of Maccabi’s leader. In recent games against Olympiacos and Monaco, the American was the standout performer for the Israeli side, consistently putting up around 20 points per game.
H2H
- Maccabi have won the last nine head-to-head meetings between these teams.
- ASVEL have not beaten the Israelis at home since 2020.
Prediction
The Israeli club has the clear edge in roster depth. The French side could put up a fight, but their lack of motivation is a big factor. My pick: a straight win for Maccabi.
