Olympiacos vs Monaco Game 1 – Preview and Prediction — 28 April 2026
Olympiacos
Monaco
On April 28, 2026, Olympiacos will host Monaco in Game 1 of the EuroLeague Playoffs. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this matchup.
Match preview
Olympiacos come into this game in outstanding form, currently on an eight-game winning streak across all competitions. They have been dominant domestically, maintaining a perfect record in the Greek League, and also finished the EuroLeague regular season in 1st place with a 26–12 record.
At home, Olympiacos have been extremely strong, recording 16 wins and just 3 losses. Their current home form is also impressive, with eight consecutive victories.
Offensively, the team has been highly productive, averaging 90.3 points per game — one of the best marks in the EuroLeague this season.
However, despite their strong overall form, Olympiacos have struggled specifically against Monaco. They have lost their last five head-to-head meetings, including two defeats this season and previous losses in key matchups.
Monaco, on the other hand, come into this game in high spirits after winning the French Cup. In the EuroLeague, they had to go through the play-in stage, where they bounced back from a loss to Panathinaikos by defeating Barcelona to secure their playoff spot.
They finished the regular season in 8th place with a 22–16 record. Away from home, Monaco have been inconsistent overall, but remain one of the most dangerous offensive teams, averaging 90.5 points per game on the road — among the best in the league.
In head-to-head matchups, Monaco have clearly had the upper hand in recent years, consistently causing problems for Olympiacos and showing strong offensive performances in this fixture.
Key facts and head-to-head stats
- Olympiacos have won 11 of their last 12 games
- Olympiacos have won 19 of their last 20 home games
- 5 of Olympiacos' last 6 games have gone over 168 total points
- Monaco have won the last 5 head-to-head meetings
Prediction
Olympiacos come into this series as one of the most efficient offensive teams in the EuroLeague, with a deep roster capable of producing points from multiple positions. Even though Monaco have had their ups and downs this season, they arrive in strong form and with plenty of offensive talent. Both teams possess players who can create and score in isolation, which often leads to more open and dynamic stretches of play. Monaco have also had consistent success in recent head-to-head meetings, where games have often been competitive and played at a solid pace. With Olympiacos’ offensive firepower and Monaco’s ability to respond, this matchup has the potential to develop into an open contest. Taking all factors into account, this game looks well set for a higher-scoring outcome. Recommended bet: Over 168 total points — 1.77
