Jason Collins
Dailysports's expert
Barcelona
Paris
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The EuroLeague regular season matchup between Barcelona and Paris brings an intriguing test for both sides.
Barcelona
Barcelona tops the standings with seven wins in nine games, tied with Fenerbahçe, and holds a perfect home record in the league. They come off a strong away win over Partizan, with a decisive second-quarter run that set the tone. Meanwhile, they’ve been less consistent in the Spanish league, where they hold fourth place with four wins out of seven games, but their ambition for trophies is evident across all competitions.
Paris
Paris started the season shakily but has picked up form remarkably with five straight wins, now sitting sixth. Their recent win over a strong Žalgiris team (83–77) showed resilience and depth, signaling they’re genuine contenders for a playoff push if they can maintain this intensity.
Match Facts
- Barcelona has won all four of its EuroLeague home games this season.
- Paris is more inconsistent on the road, with a 2-2 record in away games.
- Odds: Barcelona (1.33) vs Paris (3.3)
Key Player
For Barcelona, Jabari Parker could be crucial. His NBA experience could be invaluable in creating scoring opportunities and stabilizing the game, especially against Paris’s high-energy play.
Head-to-Head
This is the first-ever meeting between these two teams in EuroLeague.
Prediction
While Barcelona is rightly favored, Paris’s recent form suggests they won’t go down easily. Though both teams have offensive firepower, I’m inclined to bet on a lower-scoring game, so under 166.5 points seems a reasonable choice.
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