After Greece defeated Germany during their first quarterfinals, Germany is looking to still stand a chance for the semis spot. If Greece managed to win in this match, elimination awaits Germany while Greece advances to the semis. Historically speaking, Greece has an advantage against Germany. Germany last won against Greece was way back EuroBasket 2001 in the elimination round. Since then, it was already Greece who continuously defeat Germany, often resulting to their elimination.
This time, it will be the German squad who can have the home advantage as they will host their opponent. Germany has a record of 5-1 at the end of the eliminations, where their only lost was against Slovenia. Germany showed dominance in their group phase, and during the Round of 16, they knocked off Montenegro. On the other hand, for someone who ended the eliminations with a clean sheet, what can you expect? Actually, Greece is the only team with a perfect record left in the competition. Both teams showed dominance in the group stage but only one could advance in the semis. What team could that be?
Germany
Germany has obvious advantage with the match being played in their home turf. The fact that this squad ended with just one loss across their names speaks how good this squad is. However, if they want to stand for another day and defeat the opponent, they just need to stop one player. But that one player is NBA’s two-time MVP, Giannis Antetokounmpo who is Greece’s number one player. However, if the Greeks have Giannis, the Germans have Dennis Schroeder who continuously lead this squad. They also have guys like Franz Wagner and Maodo Lo who can always contribute for this squad. Germany is one of the teams that has an intact squad, and with that being said, they can do some magic to avoid eliminations.
Greece
When you hear the word Greek basketball, the first person that comes to mind is Giannis Antetokounmpo. Having him is indeed Greece’s number one advantage as he is their most dominant player. But what is good in this Greek team is the fact that they do not need to rely solely to Giannis as there are also other players who can contribute for the team. In the group stage, this squad finished without a loss which proves their greatness as a team. Aside from Giannis, there are also the three Antetokounmpo brothers who can always take charge. Additionally, Tyler Dorsey can always lead his squad.
Prediction:
Greece
Total Under: 86.5
Odds: 0.94
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