Panathinaikos vs Olimpia Milan prediction & H2H – December 17, 2024
Panathinaikos
Olimpia Milan
In the 16th round of the EuroLeague basketball competition, Panathinaikos will face Milan. The game is set to take place in Athens on Tuesday, December 17, with tip-off at 20:15 Central European Time. Here's my take on the match and a suggested bet on the game's total points.
Match Preview
The Greek side has been showing solid form at home this season, where the atmosphere is always incredibly intense, thanks to passionate fans. However, they have struggled on the road, and overall, Panathinaikos sits in tenth place in the EuroLeague standings.
Defending their title will be challenging, especially if they can't find consistency in their results soon. Currently, Panathinaikos is on the edge of the playoff zone and needs a win in this game.
Olimpia Milan, despite some difficulties this season, has a deep enough roster to put up a fight in Athens. After nearly half of the regular season, the team is still in the hunt for a postseason spot, which can be considered a decent achievement so far.
In domestic competition, Milan has lost their last three games and has slipped to ninth place. On the other hand, they certainly have enough internal resources to avoid a collapse and make it to the playoffs.
Match Facts
- Panathinaikos has lost only one of their last five home games.
- Milan has won the last six EuroLeague matches.
- Panathinaikos averages 93 points per game at home, while Milan averages 92 points per game on the road.
Players to Watch
Zach Leday has been a real find for Milan. After moving from Partizan, the forward has become a key figure on the court and often delivers victories for his team.
Head-to-Head
Milan has won three of the last six meetings in Athens.
Prediction
Panathinaikos cannot afford any mistakes. At home, the Greeks must beat Milan, which is reflected in the bookmakers' odds. I’ll bet on the total points to go over 168.
