Will Baskonia Continue Its Dominance in This Matchup? | Baskonia vs Besiktas Prediction | October 9, 2026
Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz
Besiktas JK
Kosner Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz will host Besiktas Istanbul at Fernando Buesa Arena on October 9 in the fourth round of the EuroLeague. Both teams have won once in their opening three games, but Baskonia enter the matchup with stronger recent domestic form and the advantage of playing at home.
Baskonia
Baskonia have made an excellent start to the ACB season. They followed their opening results with two consecutive wins, including an emphatic 118-78 victory over Basket Girona. The Spanish side currently leads the domestic standings and has been one of the most convincing teams so far.
Their EuroLeague campaign began with consecutive defeats. Baskonia lost 106-89 at home to Olympiacos and then fell 111-88 away to Valencia. They finally opened their account in the third round, beating Olimpia Milano 86-78 at Buesa Arena. With one win from three games, Baskonia currently sit 18th in the standings.
Baskonia have been particularly effective at creating shots for their teammates, leading the EuroLeague in assists at 22.7 per game. They also rank fourth in steals with 7.3 and seventh in offensive rebounds with 12.7. Their 87.7 points per game rank eighth, while their 87.2% free-throw shooting is the best mark in the competition. A.J. Lawson leads the team with 16.3 points and a 15.0 PIR per game, while Markus Spagnolo is averaging 4.0 assists.
The defensive numbers remain a concern, however. Baskonia allow 97.7 points per game, the highest figure in the EuroLeague, and rank last in defensive PIR at 119.7. At the same time, their 37.3 total rebounds rank fourth, giving them an important advantage on the glass.
Besiktas
Besiktas also arrive after a domestic victory, beating Trabzonspor 90-81 to claim their first win in the Turkish Super League. The result ended a difficult start on the domestic front, with Besiktas losing their opening league game and the Turkish Super Cup final to Fenerbahce.
Their EuroLeague record is also 1-2. Besiktas opened with a 96-94 defeat to Valencia before responding with an impressive 109-93 win over Maccabi Tel Aviv. They were unable to build on that result, losing 95-82 to Barcelona in their second home game. Besiktas currently sit ninth in the standings.
The Turkish side have produced one of the strongest attacks in the competition. Besiktas rank third in scoring at 95.0 points per game and seventh in PIR at 99.0. Their 40.4% three-point shooting is the second-best mark in the EuroLeague, while they rank fourth in assists with 21.3. They also protect the ball better than Baskonia, averaging 11.7 turnovers per game compared with 14.7 for the hosts. Scottie Wilbekin leads Besiktas with 16.3 points and a 15.7 PIR.
Defensively, Besiktas have struggled almost as much as Baskonia. They allow 94.7 points per game, ranking 19th, while their defensive PIR of 106.0 is 16th in the competition. Opponents are also shooting 38.3% from three, one of the weaker defensive marks in the EuroLeague.
Key Trends
- Both teams are 1-2 after three EuroLeague rounds.
- Baskonia rank first in assists with 22.7 per game.
- Besiktas rank third in scoring at 95.0 points per game.
- Besiktas rank second in three-point shooting at 40.4%.
- Baskonia rank fourth in steals and fourth in total rebounds.
- Baskonia allow a league-high 97.7 points per game.
- Besiktas allow 94.7 points per game, ranking 19th.
- Baskonia have won both previous EuroLeague meetings with Besiktas.
Prediction
This matchup brings together two teams with very different strengths. Besiktas have been more productive offensively, ranking third in EuroLeague scoring and second in three-point shooting. Baskonia, meanwhile, have the better rebounding numbers, lead the competition in assists and have shown a much stronger level of consistency on the domestic stage. The biggest question is whether Baskonia can slow down an opponent that is averaging 95.0 points per game. Their own defense has been the main weakness so far, with 97.7 points allowed per game. Besiktas have similar problems at the other end, which could give the hosts enough opportunities to exploit their home advantage. Baskonia have already secured their first EuroLeague victory at Buesa Arena and arrive after two consecutive domestic wins. Their stronger rebounding profile, superior ball pressure and home advantage give them a slight edge in what should be a competitive matchup. Recommended Bet: Baskonia to Win
