FIBA eurobasket 2017

[masterwakokok7]

This was first day of championship and we have already had two great matches: Lithuania-Georgia and France-Finland. Both ended up with loses by favorites. This showed us how unprectictable and equivalent this championship will be.

I must agree, both teams such France and Lithuania definitely was upset about the outcome kudos to Georgia and Finland for bringing the pressure to a much favorite team. In reality of predicting who will win in Basketball is easier than the other sports BUT!, as we say the ball is round anything can happen even to our favorites. I hope that the losing teams especially France would bounce back be much more aggressive. As I watch the game they feel relaxed and They thought they will have an easy win.

[andrey755]

For me, yesterday's result of Lithuania-Georgia became a surprise. For some reason I was sure that the Lithuanians would win. However, the Georgians managed to snatch victory. I lost some money on this match.

[btc_angela]

This was first day of championship and we have already had two great matches: Lithuania-Georgia and France-Finland. Both ended up with loses by favorites. This showed us how unprectictable and equivalent this championship will be.

Wow it is totally unexpected that the favorites has been defeated. However, I still think that its too early though, they can easily can climb back after those defeat. I also think that it has something to do with France missing a lot of its key players. And it seems to me that Finland has only once big advantage, homecourt. And Finland has also Lauri Markkanen, who is also campaigning for Chicago Bulls isn't it? As I see it, there's gonna be a lot of surprise coming in this tournament because there are a lot of good players that are out or opt to not play in this competition.

[roomfirst]

This was first day of championship and we have already had two great matches: Lithuania-Georgia and France-Finland. Both ended up with loses by favorites. This showed us how unprectictable and equivalent this championship will be.

Never bet on favourites when it comes into basketball, especially FIBA or other tournament. I always bet handicap on the underdogs, because there always some shit happened and unexpected. I also never bet handicap on the favourites team, i prefer bet on underdogs or over/under.

[Kemarit]

This was first day of championship and we have already had two great matches: Lithuania-Georgia and France-Finland. Both ended up with loses by favorites. This showed us how unprectictable and equivalent this championship will be.

Never bet on favourites when it comes into basketball, especially FIBA or other tournament. I always bet handicap on the underdogs, because there always some shit happened and unexpected. I also never bet handicap on the favourites team, i prefer bet on underdogs or over/under.

Yes, a lot of surprises especially in FIBA. I haven't bet though, but I will be putting money on Finland because they have a backing of the home crowd which is really help a lot of teams especially if they are the underdog.

Really nice game, it went to overtime, but my concern is that despite the strong performance of Evan Fournier, they still lost. Fournier often was caught forcing things too much. That was his downfall with the Magic last year. He would drive in too deep or drive sort of wildly into the paint without having many outlets to score. Fournier also struggled defensively. There was a series of plays in the third quarter where Finland went to forward Shawn Huff in the post. Huff abused Fournier on the block for several baskets in a row, helping keep Finland in the game when it looked like France was going to pull away.

[cicciobtc]

This was first day of championship and we have already had two great matches: Lithuania-Georgia and France-Finland. Both ended up with loses by favorites. This showed us how unprectictable and equivalent this championship will be.

Never bet on favourites when it comes into basketball, especially FIBA or other tournament. I always bet handicap on the underdogs, because there always some shit happened and unexpected. I also never bet handicap on the favourites team, i prefer bet on underdogs or over/under.

Yes, a lot of surprises especially in FIBA. I haven't bet though, but I will be putting money on Finland because they have a backing of the home crowd which is really help a lot of teams especially if they are the underdog.

Really nice game, it went to overtime, but my concern is that despite the strong performance of Evan Fournier, they still lost. Fournier often was caught forcing things too much. That was his downfall with the Magic last year. He would drive in too deep or drive sort of wildly into the paint without having many outlets to score. Fournier also struggled defensively. There was a series of plays in the third quarter where Finland went to forward Shawn Huff in the post. Huff abused Fournier on the block for several baskets in a row, helping keep Finland in the game when it looked like France was going to pull away.

It's amazing, the two great favorites France (the victory of Finland was quoted  at@6 ) and Lithuania (the victory of Georgia was quoted at@3.20 ) lost yesterday!
with so many missing players, this tournament will be very balanced and with so many surprises.


For me the 4 favorites for each group are:

Group A: Greece, France,Slovenia,Finland
Group B: Germany,Lituania, Italy,Georgia
Group C: Spain, Croatia, Czech Republic, Montenegro
Group D: Serbia, Turkey, Russia, Latvia.

[Jackling]

do you guys know any bookies which offer player prob bets for the fibaeurobasket 2017? i checked nitrogensports they dont have any..

[Kimi80]

Great game today played Serbia and Latvia. Porzingis and brothers Bertans are super trio and could make problem to any other team in this group. Their biggest problem is bench (small roster). Serbia is going to have big problem with playmaker. Today coach Djordjevic played some time without playmaker in the team. Bogdanovic scored 30 points and seems to be that he will be their first offence option on this tournament.

[miha8]

Great game today played Serbia and Latvia. Porzingis and brothers Bertans are super trio and could make problem to any other team in this group. Their biggest problem is bench (small roster). Serbia is going to have big problem with playmaker. Today coach Djordjevic played some time without playmaker in the team. Bogdanovic scored 30 points and seems to be that he will be their first offence option on this tournament.

Bogdan future MVP Eurobasket.

[Vasilije69]

Great game today played Serbia and Latvia. Porzingis and brothers Bertans are super trio and could make problem to any other team in this group. Their biggest problem is bench (small roster). Serbia is going to have big problem with playmaker. Today coach Djordjevic played some time without playmaker in the team. Bogdanovic scored 30 points and seems to be that he will be their first offence option on this tournament.

Bogdan future MVP Eurobasket.

I am really happy to see my Serbia shines like that, even within so many injuries
Can't wait tomorrow's match against Russia! 

[joshy23]

Great game today played Serbia and Latvia. Porzingis and brothers Bertans are super trio and could make problem to any other team in this group. Their biggest problem is bench (small roster). Serbia is going to have big problem with playmaker. Today coach Djordjevic played some time without playmaker in the team. Bogdanovic scored 30 points and seems to be that he will be their first offence option on this tournament.

Bogdan future MVP Eurobasket.

I am really happy to see my Serbia shines like that, even within so many injuries
Can't wait tomorrow's match against Russia! 

Yeah Bogdanovic really carry the team and even had a game high 30 points which spoils Porzingis first game in International tournaments. He can really play bigtime and most likely will be the number one option of the team if they needed. I think the Serbian team has also improved and perform perform better in close-game situations down the stretch.
So many hype of Porzingis first international exposure though and this lost will truly open his mind against international competition.

[buyinbtc]

Unfortunately in these European Championships will be absent, many strong players for various reasons: injuries, bad physical form, NBA.

Here are some missing players:

Greece: Antetokounmpo
Serbia: Jokic,Bjelica,Raduljica, Teodosic.
Spain: Lull, Ibaka, Mirotic, Fernandez,Reyes,Claver
France: Causeur,Parker, Gobert, Batum
Lithuania: Jankunas,Sabonis
Italy: Gallinari,Bargnani
Croatia: Tomic, Zizic, Hezonja


Serbia and Spain are the favorites but I expect many surprises

Spain missing a lot of good players will be much their downfall in this FIBA. I also think that Serbia will take home the crown for this year. However, its really hard to predict, because maybe the new faces will really try to bring out their best. Its gonna be tough one, but if Serbia vs Spain in finals, I'm going for Serbia.

Yeah Spain don't have many good players at the moment, but don't forget that they still have plenty of them I also think that we will see Serbia vs Spain match,if not in final then at least semi-final... but i think Spain would win, they are stronger imo

[Caladonian]

Unfortunately in these European Championships will be absent, many strong players for various reasons: injuries, bad physical form, NBA.

Here are some missing players:

Greece: Antetokounmpo
Serbia: Jokic,Bjelica,Raduljica, Teodosic.
Spain: Lull, Ibaka, Mirotic, Fernandez,Reyes,Claver
France: Causeur,Parker, Gobert, Batum
Lithuania: Jankunas,Sabonis
Italy: Gallinari,Bargnani
Croatia: Tomic, Zizic, Hezonja


Serbia and Spain are the favorites but I expect many surprises

Spain missing a lot of good players will be much their downfall in this FIBA. I also think that Serbia will take home the crown for this year. However, its really hard to predict, because maybe the new faces will really try to bring out their best. Its gonna be tough one, but if Serbia vs Spain in finals, I'm going for Serbia.

Yeah Spain don't have many good players at the moment, but don't forget that they still have plenty of them I also think that we will see Serbia vs Spain match,if not in final then at least semi-final... but i think Spain would win, they are stronger imo

Its hard predicting it mate to early to assume that Spain can get this but you are right with Serbia and Spain I think they both have good chemistry serbia seems to showcasing their talents and if they continue playing this way I can see good chances for them to win this league.

[LTU_btc]

Russia beat Serbia, and it's surprise. This year Russian team looks solid after last two terrible performances in Eurobasket 2013 and 2015.
France won against Greece. France had huge lead after 3 quarters, but in last quarter Greece started to play wery well and they been very close to France. It's nice to see Antetokounmpo played today. I'm sure he will become bright star in next years.

[Jackling]

i liked latvia s performance against serbia.today they also played very good against belgium.

[Kimi80]

Russia beat Serbia, and it's surprise. This year Russian team looks solid after last two terrible performances in Eurobasket 2013 and 2015.
France won against Greece. France had huge lead after 3 quarters, but in last quarter Greece started to play wery well and they been very close to France. It's nice to see Antetokounmpo played today. I'm sure he will become bright star in next years.

Russia played fantastic game today. Their coach prepared great tactic and his players respond perfectly on it. They are finely composed team with very experienced players and with outstanding Shved as their leader.
Turkey just won their match against Great Britain. I forgot to mention, they could be one of the favorites for highest placement. They were hosts of finale tournaments two times and both time they played in final match fighting for gold medal. History can be repeated.

[LTU_btc]

There was some interesting games today. In A group, France beat Poland by only 3 points. And now Finland vs Greece playing and in 2nd quarter Finland have 12 pts advantage. It's important match in fight for playoffs.
In B group Germany beat Italy. Tomorrow Germany and Lithuania will fight for 1st place in the group.
C group. Spain won against Croatia in last minutes in close fight.
And in D group Latvia with K.Porzingis won against Russia. Now 3 teams (Latvia, Russia and Serbia) have same result 3:1 and tomorrow it will hot day in fight for 1st place in the group.

[cicciobtc]

Here are the teams already qualified at eight-finals:

Group A:
3 Qualified teams: France,Slovenia,Finland

Tomorrow,  direct clash between Poland and Greece for the fourth and final place for qualifying.
Greece is obviously the favorite.

Group B:
3 Qualified teams: Lithuania,Germany,Italy.

Georgia may paradoxically come to second place in the group but may also get fifth and be eliminated.
Ukraine qualifies if it wins against Israel (already eliminated) and at the same time Italy wins against Georgia.

Group C:
4 Qualified teams: Spain, Croatia, Montenegro, Hungary
Spain has dominated and won the group

Group D:
4 Qualified teams: Latvia, Serbia, Russia,Turkey

[Kimi80]

There was some interesting games today. In A group, France beat Poland by only 3 points. And now Finland vs Greece playing and in 2nd quarter Finland have 12 pts advantage. It's important match in fight for playoffs.
In B group Germany beat Italy. Tomorrow Germany and Lithuania will fight for 1st place in the group.
C group. Spain won against Croatia in last minutes in close fight.
And in D group Latvia with K.Porzingis won against Russia. Now 3 teams (Latvia, Russia and Serbia) have same result 3:1 and tomorrow it will hot day in fight for 1st place in the group.

Tomorrow Greece and Poland will decide in direct duel who will play in knockout phase of championship, match of the tournament for both teams. And like I mentioned, Slovenia is first seeded in group A. I have expected more from Italy. Good team with good work ethic, disciplined in defence and offense with great coach...
I am glad that we saw a team that can play equal game with Spain. With the start that they had I thought that Spain will take title easily. Croatians showed that they are not just strong team on the papier but showed that today on the court too.
What a victory for Latvia... They beat Russian team. Davis Bertans had 2+1 play on second or two till the end of the game. Latvia had +15 and they needed +17 to ensure first position in the group because of better point difference in triangle of this three teams. Bertans purposely missed free throw and hope for rebound and two points. At the end they finished with +16. If all three teams finish group competition with same number of wins Serbia will be first, Latvia second and Russia third.

[miha8]

This was first day of championship and we have already had two great matches: Lithuania-Georgia and France-Finland. Both ended up with loses by favorites. This showed us how unprectictable and equivalent this championship will be.

Wow it is totally unexpected that the favorites has been defeated. However, I still think that its too early though, they can easily can climb back after those defeat. I also think that it has something to do with France missing a lot of its key players. And it seems to me that Finland has only once big advantage, homecourt. And Finland has also Lauri Markkanen, who is also campaigning for Chicago Bulls isn't it? As I see it, there's gonna be a lot of surprise coming in this tournament because there are a lot of good players that are out or opt to not play in this competition.

Markkanen is a brutal player and the future is ahead of him.