FIBA eurobasket 2017

[CarlesPuyol]

For today's set of matches i'm going with spain and latvia to win here and also cover the spread. Slovenia are the favorites because they haven't lost yet and imo just got lucky with the group stage. Now the lines are slowly shifting to Latvia. BOL to everyone betting today.

I agree with the spain pick. I believe they will run and make it over 14 points spread.
The second match is hard to guess. I think Im going with surprising Slovenia.

[LTU_btc]

For today's set of matches i'm going with spain and latvia to win here and also cover the spread. Slovenia are the favorites because they haven't lost yet and imo just got lucky with the group stage. Now the lines are slowly shifting to Latvia. BOL to everyone betting today.

I agree about Spain, I don't believe that they can have problems.
Slovenia vs Latvia game is very hard to predict. Both teams are playing fast attacking basketball with many 3-pointers and both teams won their 1/8 final games easily. But I hope that Latvia will win, I want to see Porzingis & co in fight for medals.

[bumblebee24]

Germany covered, but that was a really close game. Until, Marc decided he had enough of Germany.

[LTU_btc]

What a game Slovenia vs Latvia. It's best match of Eurobasket2017 so far, so many amazing moments.  Luka Doncic is only 18 years old, but he scored 27 points today. 1st pick in NBA drafts next year!? Oh yes! And I believe that Slovenia can fight for place in final with Spain, and they have real chances
Porzingis played great, but he had to be careful because of early 4 fouls. Also, Latvia missed too many 3-pointers in second part of match.
Earlier today, Spain won against Germany. Looks like that Spain didn't played full power.

[harizen]

Croatia VS Russia - Russia has a defence problem in this tourny. I dont think they will be able to win this match against strong and connected Croatia.

Any analysis on why? Im disagree maybe there are holes but not can considered as a problem. They showed a good performance in the defense area of the paint in their recent game and the game was closed. In terms of defense, I can see that both RUS and CRO has similar stats.

But on the other hand, no doubt that CRO has been better in terms of offensive respond if we will compare to RUS squad. But hey stats is just a reference and changes are always been made right at the court erasing stats.

Russia crushed Croatia 101-78.

We can clearly see that no such thing as defense problem for Russia. Look they almost freeze Croatia three pointers allowing only 5 shots to 20. Plus the fact that it was a large lead it was a deadly offense. AK47 will surely happy about this.

[Vasilije69]

What a game Slovenia vs Latvia. It's best match of Eurobasket2017 so far, so many amazing moments.  Luka Doncic is only 18 years old, but he scored 27 points today. 1st pick in NBA drafts next year!? Oh yes! And I believe that Slovenia can fight for place in final with Spain, and they have real chances
Porzingis played great, but he had to be careful because of early 4 fouls. Also, Latvia missed too many 3-pointers in second part of match.
Earlier today, Spain won against Germany. Looks like that Spain didn't played full power.

Agreed. It's such a shame that Latvia will not get a medal on this Championship. They really deserved it...
About tomorrow's matches... Russia- Greece will be tough one. It's hard to predict a winner in such match.
I think Serbia will win its match against Italy.

[cicciobtc]

The first semi-final is Spain-Slovenia, both teams have won all the games played and are the teams with the best attack.
They probably deserved to get both into the final.
At the bottom of the draw Serbia should easily get to the final.

[paranormall]

The first semi-final is Spain-Slovenia, both teams have won all the games played and are the teams with the best attack.
They probably deserved to get both into the final.
At the bottom of the draw Serbia should easily get to the final.

I agree. In the pair Spain - Slovenia, I will put on the Spaniards. And in the pair Serbia-Russia I will bet on the Serbs. I think the Russians will not be able to beat Serbia.

[cicciobtc]

Today, there is Spain-Slovenia, Spain is the favorite but I am convinced it will be a balanced match with very high scores (very close to 100 points for each team).
Slovenia still deserves at least one medal in this Europe.

The other semi-final is Serbia-Russia. In the direct clash of the group had won Russia, but now Serbia will be more focused and bad and will win for me
 easily.

[LTU_btc]

Today, there is Spain-Slovenia, Spain is the favorite but I am convinced it will be a balanced match with very high scores (very close to 100 points for each team).
Slovenia still deserves at least one medal in this Europe.

The other semi-final is Serbia-Russia. In the direct clash of the group had won Russia, but now Serbia will be more focused and bad and will win for me
 easily.

Spain vs Slovenia will be very interesting match. Both teams so far without losses, but I think that Spain still have reserves and they didn't showed their best game so far. It's probably last tournament for Pau Gasol, and he want to end his career with gold. Slovenia haven't won any medals in their country history, and I hope they will win bronze.
I don't agree that Serbia will win their game easily. Yes, they have better squad than Russia, but Russia this year playing better than expected. Result of Russia mostly depends on how good Shved will play.

[cicciobtc]

Amazing Slovenia has demolished and humiliated Spain 92-72!
Spain had won all the games played up to this point, and was one of the best defenses (up to 73 points suffered in a single match).
Now Slovenia deserves to win this European championship.

[7daystodie]

Amazing Slovenia has demolished and humiliated Spain 92-72!
Spain had won all the games played up to this point, and was one of the best defenses (up to 73 points suffered in a single match).
Now Slovenia deserves to win this European championship.

For me, the Slovenian team was a real surprise. Today, the Serbs have to defeat the Russians and then we're in for a great final.

[peter0425]

Amazing Slovenia has demolished and humiliated Spain 92-72!
Spain had won all the games played up to this point, and was one of the best defenses (up to 73 points suffered in a single match).
Now Slovenia deserves to win this European championship.

For me, the Slovenian team was a real surprise. Today, the Serbs have to defeat the Russians and then we're in for a great final.

It was an upset because Spain was the heavy favorite to win this tournament again. Goran Dragic and Luka Doncic played really well specially Luka, I see him a good pick in the 2018 draft and if Slovenia win against either Serbia or Russia, and he played very well again in the Finals a lot of NBA scout will surely pick him up. I have to agree, They are now the favorites to win this European championship no matter who are they going to face in the finals. I haven't check the bookies yet, but what are the odds for the Slovenian's to win this tournament?

[Kemarit]

I didn't know that Anthony Randolph is playing for Slovenia. They have great players, their leader on the court is Dragic. He scored 30 points today. Also Igor Kokoskov is their coach, man great NBA experience, currently assistant in Utah Jazz. I think that they can fight for first of second placed in the group A.

I checked all the replies from this thread and I think you are the only one who mentioned Slovenia and almost everyone picks Spain (including me) to win the FIBA Eurobasketball 2017. Nice call.

Yes, I checked their line up and I'm seeing Goran Dragic and Anthony Randolph among them plus Luka Doncic we played excellent game today and has a good overall impact with almost a triple double today. I think its the combination of Slovenia hitting 3's while Spain missed a lot and Luka really playing well and assisting his teammates by creating a lot of pick and rolls. Slovenia has the momentum now and I consider them to be the favorites whoever opponent they meet now in Sunday's finals.

[CarlesPuyol]

Serbia vs Russia - Intresting match will be played in one hour between two great teams.
I didnt like russian game through thw whole tournament that was based on 1 player - Shved.
So far they had luck, I dont think they can do something tonight.

[jennywhzz]

Serbia vs Russia - Intresting match will be played in one hour between two great teams.
I didnt like russian game through thw whole tournament that was based on 1 player - Shved.
So far they had luck, I dont think they can do something tonight.

Yes, i am looking forward for this match. Shved might be the difference between the two teams. He is an excellent player for the Russians. Both teams have good players and a win here will surely boost the confidence of the wining team and it will help them in future matches of tournament.

[Kimi80]

I didn't know that Anthony Randolph is playing for Slovenia. They have great players, their leader on the court is Dragic. He scored 30 points today. Also Igor Kokoskov is their coach, man great NBA experience, currently assistant in Utah Jazz. I think that they can fight for first of second placed in the group A.

I checked all the replies from this thread and I think you are the only one who mentioned Slovenia and almost everyone picks Spain (including me) to win the FIBA Eurobasketball 2017. Nice call.

Yes, I checked their line up and I'm seeing Goran Dragic and Anthony Randolph among them plus Luka Doncic we played excellent game today and has a good overall impact with almost a triple double today. I think its the combination of Slovenia hitting 3's while Spain missed a lot and Luka really playing well and assisting his teammates by creating a lot of pick and rolls. Slovenia has the momentum now and I consider them to be the favorites whoever opponent they meet now in Sunday's finals.

Thanks man, appreciate that. I saw other players, beside Slovenia 'big three' that can contribute( Blazic, Muric, Vidmar, experienced player...) and they looked like good composed team.
I thought that they will burn out against great game and great victory against Latvia and that they will lose match against Spain easily, but what a deny that was. They demolished Spanish team and right now I don't know what to think about final match that Slovenia will play against Serbia.
And what a story behind Serbian team... all those injured players... I just couldn't saw them as one of the favorites. But they played great basketball through all the tournament and with a bit of luck one of the medals is guaranteed. Coach Djordjevic and his team are doing great job scouting opponents and closing main threats, playing defence perfectly... and players trust him unconditionally, doing everything that have as a task.
Tomorrow we are going to watch exciting final game, I can't wait for it. Good luck for both of the teams.

[LTU_btc]

Today is the the of finals.
Bronze medal game Spain vs Russia. Spain should winthis match. Now they can be angry after terrible semifinal match. We may see another amazing performance of Shved, but he needs more help from teammates if they want to win medal. Anyway, to be in top 4 is great result for Russia, better than mostly before tournament.
And Balkan final Slovenia vs Serbia. It should amazing match. Serbia reached final without having so many important players. In recent years Serbia shows great results - great coach Djordjevic is the main reason of it. And they finally want to win gold.
It's the first medal in history of Slovenia and it's great chance to win a gold medal. Slovenia have mix of experienced and young talented players. Also, they will play like at home, because there will be thousands fans from Slovenia.

[Vasilije69]

That is it! The last day of the championship.
Spain won bronze medal.
The final match between Slovenia-Serbia is like 2 hours from now.
Slovenia has been incredible during the whole tournament while Serbia totally deserved a little bit easier draw due to so many injuries they had.
Anyway, I am very happy this is Slavic finals!
Looking forward to the match!

Slovenia is showing great potential. If they continue like that they will definetely win some medal. I hope finals will be Slovenia- Serbia.

I feel sorry that I haven't bet on that prediction

[CarlesPuyol]

The Eurobasket 2017 final will start soon!! Slovenia will meet Serbia.
For slovenia its the first time ever in a eurobaket final. Serbia was in that spot a lot of times before. Unexpirienced Slovenia will be very excited in this match and I believe they will lose.