Besiktas vs Bourg prediction and betting tips on March 29, 2024
The second match in the EuroCup semifinal series between Besiktas and Bourg will be played on Friday in Istanbul. Currently, Bourg leads the series 1-0 after defeating Besiktas 86-74 last Tuesday. Here's the match forecast from the experts at Dailysports.
Besiktas
The Turkish club secured only the sixth position in the EuroCup group stage. In 18 matches, Besiktas recorded 9 wins and 9 losses. In the first round of the playoffs, Besiktas defeated Gran Canaria away with a score of 80-78, and then eliminated a familiar opponent from the group stage, Hapoel from Tel Aviv, with a score of 94-89. However, Besiktas couldn't overcome Bourg away. Despite rallying in the third quarter with a 26-18 lead, they failed to secure victory in the final quarter.
Bourg
During the group stage, Frederic Fauthoux's team demonstrated an excellent level of play, rightfully finishing in the first position. In the EuroCup quarterfinals, the French club defeated Ukrainian side Promitheas with a score of 95-82. Bourg also managed to defeat Besiktas in the first home match of the series. Bourg dominated the first half, leading by 14 points. Although Besiktas narrowed the gap to 6 points after the third quarter, Bourg maintained their lead in the final quarter, securing a deserved victory.
Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history
- Tuesday's match marked the first encounter between these opponents.
- Besiktas has won their last four home matches across all tournaments.
- Bourg has won only one out of their last four away matches.
Besiktas vs Bourg Prediction
Bookmakers favor the hosts, giving Besiktas a coefficient of 1.57 for victory. Given Besiktas's strong performance at home, we also predict a "Besiktas Victory."