KK Crvena Zvezda vs Hapoel Tel Aviv Prediction 3 February 2026
🔊 Crvena Zvezda and Hapoel Tel Aviv are set to clash in another EuroLeague round on the Belgrade court. This matchup holds significant weight for both teams: Crvena Zvezda aim to solidify their mid-table standing, currently sitting in 9th place, while Hapoel Tel Aviv, positioned 3rd, are striving to reclaim their spot at the top. However, the current form of the Israeli newcomers raises concerns, as they haven't displayed the same level of basketball seen in the autumn phase of the season. Can the hosts, who are at their peak, capitalize on their opponent's struggles?
Head-to-Head
📊Teams Crvena Zvezda and Hapoel Tel-Aviv have only one official match in their history. The contest took place on 16 December 2025 at the venue of Hapoel Tel-Aviv, ending with the score 84:78.
Crvena Zvezda Team Overview
Crvena Zvezda are showcasing impressive form in the heart of winter, having won four out of their last five EuroLeague games. The team effectively capitalizes on their home court advantage, consistently scoring more than 85 points in six of their last seven EuroLeague encounters (averaging 87.5 points per game this season, ranking 8th).
However, they occasionally face challenges on defense, holding only the 13th ranking (conceding 85.9 points). In their latest head-to-head clash against Hapoel Tel Aviv, they fell short with a scoreline of 84-78, fueling their motivation for a rematch. In the recent round, Obradovic's squad emerged victorious in a hard-fought battle against Dubai (95-92), with Nwora shining as the hero by scoring 22 points.
Match Results: Crvena Zvezda
Hapoel Tel-Aviv Team Overview
Hapoel Tel Aviv are showing confidence even on the road, having covered the +6.5 spread in 11 of their last 12 EuroLeague away games. Despite holding the current 3rd place, the team's form is far from perfect, with three losses in their last five matches hinting at potential weaknesses. Their strength lies in their defensive play, as they boast the second-best defense in the tournament, conceding only 81.9 points per game.
However, when it comes to creativity, Itoudis' squad seems to have hit a snag, becoming highly predictable and thus reducing their offensive efficiency. Hapoel only averages 86.5 points, ranking them 11th. There's growing concern over a possible locker room discord, as reports suggest many players are unhappy with their roles within the team. This unrest might not be without cause, as evidenced by one of their worst performances this season in their recent loss to a mediocre Bayern Munich (64-79).
Match Results: Hapoel Tel-Aviv
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of matchups - 1;
- number of wins for the home team - 0, for the away team - 1.
Statistics: Crvena Zvezda vs Hapoel Tel-Aviv
- number of tournament matches played: 25 vs 24;
- number of wins: 15 (60%) vs 16 (66.67%);
- number of losses: 10 (40%) vs 8 (33.33%);
- number of wins at home for the home team: 9;
- number of away wins for the away team: 8.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 7 vs 7;
- number of losses: 3 vs 3;
- number of home wins for the home team: 3;
- number of away wins for the away team: 2.
- Hapoel Tel-Aviv won with a +3.5 points handicap in 10 of last 11 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 78, for the away team - 84;
- average total points in H2H matches - 162.
Statistics: Crvena Zvezda vs Hapoel Tel-Aviv
- average total in the tournament: 173.44 vs 168.33;
- average total points scored: 87.52 vs 86.46;
- average total points conceded: 85.92 vs 81.88;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 43.36 vs 42.38;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 43.76 vs 43.54;
- Crvena Zvezda: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 87.5;
- Hapoel Tel-Aviv: average total points scored away in the tournament - 86.75;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 94.4 (home - 97.25) vs 86.1 (away - 91).
- Hapoel Tel-Aviv have scored under 85.5 points in 9 of last 10 games (Euroleague).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Crvena Zvezda are banking on their powerful offense and home-court dominance, while Hapoel prefer a more balanced approach with a focus on defense. This season's stats suggest that the Belgrade team have a better chance of winning, thanks to their successful home performances and high average scoring (over 86 points). Meanwhile, Hapoel's current struggles, both on and off the court, cast doubt on their ability to secure a victory at what is inherently a challenging arena for visitors in Belgrade. We're backing a Crvena Zvezda victory.
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Betting Tips: Crvena Zvezda - Hapoel Tel-Aviv
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