Germany vs Serbia Analysis and Prediction – Germany and Serbia will play in the gold medal match at FIBA World Cup.
Germany vs Serbia Odds
Germany vs Serbia (1/2): 1.88 / 1.92
Asian Handicap (-1.5 / +1.5): 1.97 / 1.83
Total Over/Under (171.5): 1.78 / 2.01
*Odds are active at the time the article is published
Germany Team News
Germany is the only undefeated team in this FIBA World Cup, having won seven consecutive matches. The last two of these wins were decided in close finishes, first against Latvia, and then against the USA.
After terrible performance against Latvia, Dennis Schroder played a quite good game against the USA. He took far fewer shots than in that previous match. He let other players take the lead, and it looked much better for Germany. This time, Daniel Theis and Andreas Obst took charge of the offense and proved to be an unsolvable enigma for the USA. The entire game unfolded in incredibly fast-paced play and transition, with both teams trying to capitalize on early-stage offenses to catch the opponent off guard. This Germany selection looks truly excellent and well-rounded in all positions.
The advantage for Germany in this matchup is likely their deeper rotation, where a large majority of players can make significant contributions. The main challenge will be to stop the striking duo of Serbia, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Nikola Milutinov. In terms of offensive play, the Germans are placing the most reliance on Dennis Schroder, as well as Moritz Wagner, from whom a huge contribution and 20+ points are expected.
Serbia Team News
As the FIBA World Cup progresses, Serbia is playing better and better. After a dominant performance against Lithuania in the quarterfinals, Serbia also showed in the semifinals how good basketball they play. From the very beginning, they led against Canada and achieved a well deserved win.
Bogdan Bogdanovic has shown that he has completely matured as a player and is the true leader of this team. The way he reads the game and capitalizes on his opportunities is truly at an elite level. After a weak performance against Italy, he elevated his game in the remaining three matches. Nikola Milutinov also demonstrated in the semifinals that he is the best center in the FIBA World Cup and greatly benefits from playing 25+ minutes. It must also be emphasized the incredible energy that Aleksa Avramovic brings into every duel in the game, the pressure he puts on the ball and the opposing playmakers is remarkable.
Serbia has nothing to lose in this match. They enter it completely unburdened, having secured their spot in the Olympic Games and a guaranteed medal. Now, it’s all about competing against the German national team. Milutinov is having an outstanding tournament, and it will be interesting to see how he responds to Germany’s deep rotation. Much will also depend on Bogdanovic, as he will likely face a variety of defenders.
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Germany vs Serbia H2H
So far, these two teams have played a total of eight matches, with both national teams securing four victories each.
Absences and Injuries
Maxi Kleber is not playing for the German national team in this tournament. Nikola Jokic, Vasilije Micic, Vladimir Lucic are just some of the players who are not competing in this FIBA World Cup. Additionally, the team is also without Borisa Simanic, who had to undergo kidney surgery.
Germany vs Serbia Prediction
Germany has shown the most on this championship and they enter this game as favorites. However, this is a whole different scenario and the team that remains more focused and makes fewer mistakes will come out on top. We can expect an unpredictable match with a high number of points, where the higher-quality team will emerge win, and according to the odds, that is the German team.
Based on everything mentioned, it is expected that Germany will secure the win.
Tip-off Time: Sunday 10.09.2023, 14:40 CET
Prediction: Germany to win
Odds: 1.88
Sportsbook: 22Bet