Igokea vs Cedevita Olimpija: Analysis and Prediction – Igokea and Cedevita Olimpija will play a game in the ABA League fourth round.
Igokea vs Cedevita Olimpija Odds
Igokea Team News
Igokea, after an initial slump – partly due to injuries to key rotation players – has managed to find rhythm. They secured wins against Split and SC Derby in the ABA League and then came close to a dream comeback against Tofas in the FIBA Champions League, though they eventually lost in overtime.
Vladimir Jovanovic has crafted a team that easily adapts to the challenges posed by the ABA League. Their strengths include solid defense in the paint, aggressive defenders, plenty of role players, and there was a noticeable lack of three-point shooting. Marko Jeremic has been shooting impressively at the start of the season, and it seems that Stefan Moody at the point guard position has been a great addition. In the last three games, he scored 19, 30, and 23 points respectively, showcasing his offensive prowess. When combined with Dragan Milosavljevic’s good form, Edin Atic’s all-around contributions, and Mario Nakic, who is just getting his real chance due to injury, Igokea poses a serious threat to any opponent.
Home games in Laktasi provide an added boost of confidence for Igokea players. They’ve already shown they can compete against Cedevita Olimpija during the ABA League Super Cup. The fact that they are on an upward trajectory means they’ll be aiming to maintain this momentum.
Cedevita Olimpija Team News
Cedevita Olimpija, despite changes both on the bench and in the roster, somewhat mirrors last season’s team in terms of results. In their last five games, they managed a win only once, and that was against Split in the regional competition.
Jaka Blazic and Karlo Matkovic were, in many ways, the driving forces of the team at the start of the season. Due to their hefty contributions, both seem to be experiencing a dip in form. Given this backdrop, the foreign trio has stepped up on a few occasions. D.J. Stewart, Justin Cobbs, and Sean Armand are players from whom coach Simone Pianigiani, as well as the rest of the team, expect big things, especially during crucial game moments when they can’t rely on the rest of the squad. So far, that hasn’t consistently materialized, although against Besiktas in the EuroCup, these three showed character and a willingness to fight for a win, which ultimately eluded them.
Interestingly, Cedevita Olimpija has managed to secure a win in their last three visits to Laktasi. They might find some solace in this record, but based on their recent performances, especially their less than stellar defense, they’re up against a challenging opponent who’s on the rise.
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Igokea vs Cedevita Olimpija H2H
In the last seven games between these two rivals, Igokea has managed to win only twice. First win came in the recently played ABA League Super Cup, while their previous win was celebrated in 2021.
Absences and Injuries
Edo Muric and Rok Radovic will not play for Cedevita Olimpija.
Igokea vs Cedevita Olimpija Prediction
The level of unpredictability of this game is highlighted by the fact that global bookmakers and betting shops have set odds in such a way that there’s no clear favorite. Cedevita Olimpija has fond memories of their recent visits to Laktasi, but their current playing style doesn’t exactly favor them. On the other hand, Igokea is on an upward trajectory, and if their shooting stays consistent, as it has been in their last three games, they are well positioned to secure a win. Taking all this into account, our betting suggestion is to bet on Igokea ending their losing streak at home against Cedevita Olimpija, securing their third consecutive win in the ABA League.
Tip-off Time: Sunday, 22.10.2023, 17:00 CET
Prediction: Igokea to win
Odds: 1.78
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