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Euroleague

Friday, October 2, 2026 • Fernando Buesa Arena

Olimpia Milano

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Prediction

Winner

Olimpia Milano

Confidence

50%

Margin

+2.5

AI Consensus2 of 7 agree

50%confident

▸Olimpia Milano has a superior True Shooting % (69
▸Baskonia has a slight edge due to their higher scoring average and home court advantage, despite both teams having poor defensive ratings
▸Baskonia benefits from a significant rest advantage with 8 days compared to Olimpia Milano's 6 days and having played a game in the last week

Matchup Insights

Pace

Similar Pace53.6 vs 54.8

Injury ImpactNone

Schedule EdgeHome Advantage

Home/Away Win%0% / 0%

Upset Risk45.00%

Confidence Breakdown

Stats61%

Market63%

Momentum62%

Injuries68%

Matchup66%

Sentiment72%

Olimpia Milano has a superior True Shooting % (69.5) and Effective FG% (66.2) compared to Baskonia's 58.7 TS% and 51.4 eFG%. Despite both teams having negative Net Ratings, Milano's -26.7 is slightly better than Baskonia's -30.8. The pace is similar, but Milano's offensive efficiency (ORtg 98.5) is higher. Given the defensive struggles of both teams, expect a high-scoring game with Milano's shooting efficiency giving them the edge. Baskonia has a slight edge due to their higher scoring average and home court advantage, despite both teams having poor defensive ratings. The predicted spread reflects Baskonia's marginally better offensive efficiency and rest advantage. The total is set high due to both teams' high pace and poor defensive metrics, suggesting a high-scoring game. Baskonia benefits from a significant rest advantage with 8 days compared to Olimpia Milano's 6 days and having played a game in the last week. Despite both teams having poor defensive ratings, Baskonia's home-court advantage and slightly better offensive output (89 PPG) give them an edge. The playoff experience disparity also favors Baskonia, which should help them manage the game better in a high-pressure situation. Both teams are at full strength, but Baskonia's higher PPG and home court advantage give them the edge. Despite both teams having poor defensive ratings, Baskonia's slightly better offensive rating and playoff experience suggest they can capitalize on their home environment. The predicted total reflects both teams' high-scoring tendencies and defensive struggles. Baskonia has a slight edge due to playing at home, where they typically perform better. Both teams have struggled defensively, but Baskonia's higher scoring potential (89 PPG) compared to Olimpia Milano (76 PPG) gives them an advantage. The pace is similar for both teams, but Baskonia's home court and playoff experience could be decisive in a close matchup. Baskonia has the advantage of home court and a longer rest period, which could enhance their performance in this playoff matchup. Despite both teams struggling in their opening games, Baskonia's offensive metrics suggest they can score effectively, while Olimpia Milano's road performance has been underwhelming. The playoff context and home crowd support may also play a crucial role in this tightly contested game. Despite Baskonia's home advantage and longer rest period, Olimpia Milano's superior offensive efficiency (TS% and eFG%) and slightly better net rating suggest they are better positioned. Baskonia's poor defensive rating could be exploited by Olimpia Milano's key players. However, Baskonia's home court and rest advantage present some upset risk.

CPI Matchup

Baskonia0.00

#20

Olimpia Milano52.05↑

#13

Edge: Olimpia Milano 52 CPI

Game Info

League: Euroleague
Date: Fri, Oct 2
Time: 6:30 PM
Venue: Fernando Buesa Arena
Stage: 3

Team Pages

Baskonia

Olimpia Milano