Monaco vs Zalgiris prediction and betting tips on April 04, 2024
One of the matches of the 33rd round of the EuroLeague group stage will be played on Thursday evening at the Salle Gaston-Médecin arena, where the local Monaco will host Lithuanian Zalgiris. Here's the match prediction from Dailysports experts.
Monaco
The Monegasque team is enjoying a very good season and has likely secured a place in the EuroLeague quarterfinals. After 32 matches, Monaco sits in third place in the league table, tallying 21 victories and 11 defeats during this stretch. In their last EuroLeague match, the French club traveled to Lyon, where they defeated ASVEL with a score of 87:77. This victory marked Monaco's second consecutive win, with four wins and one loss in their last five matches overall. However, it's worth noting that Monaco suffered an away defeat to Saint-Quentin in the French championship, losing 69:71.
Zalgiris
The Lithuanian club is not having the best season in the EuroLeague but is striving to make up for lost ground in the first half of the season. Currently, Zalgiris occupies the 11th position in the league table. In 32 matches, Zalgiris has secured 14 victories and suffered 18 defeats. The gap between Zalgiris and the 10th-placed Anadolu Efes from Turkey is just one win, offering Zalgiris a decent chance of making it to the playoffs under the guidance of coach Andrea Trinchieri. In their last EuroLeague match, the club from Kaunas defeated Italian Olimpia Milano at home with a score of 87:73. Additionally, Zalgiris currently tops the Lithuanian championship table, leading the nearest pursuer Rytas by two wins. Zalgiris approaches the match against Monaco following an away victory over Lietkabelis in the championship with a score of 83:77.
Interesting Match Facts and Head-to-Head History
- Monaco defeated the Lithuanian club away with a score of 83:79.
- On Monaco's court, the teams have played two matches, each securing one victory.
- In Monaco's last five matches, they have secured three victories, including overtime wins, and suffered two defeats.
Monaco vs Zalgiris Prediction
Monaco is considered the favorite by bookmakers, with odds of 1.32 for their victory. However, Zalgiris has gained good form and is ready to give Monaco a tough challenge. Our bet for the match is "Zalgiris to win with a (+8.5) handicap" with odds of 1.61.