Mba vs BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg Prediction 4 January 2026
🔊 Can the Moscow team put up a serious fight? In the regular season matchup of the VTB United League, MBA face off against Uralmash. Both teams are currently in playoff contention, but their recent performances have been less than stellar. Expect a fierce battle as they vie for a much-needed victory.
Head-to-Head
📊 Statistical analysis of previous official games between MBA and Uralmash:
- They have played 13 matches;
- Wins (including overtime): the home team today has 5 victories, while the visitors have 8;
- The hosts average 77.62 points per game, while the visitors score 81.46;
- The average total score per match is 159.08.
The last encounter took place on 03 October 2025 at Uralmash's court and ended with a score of 77-83.
Head-to-head statistics Mba - BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg
Mba Moscow Team Overview
At the moment, the Moscow team are on a three-game losing streak. However, their opponents have been quite formidable. They lost twice to UNICS (84-90, 66-83) and also suffered a defeat against CSKA (58-97). In all these matches, the team struggled defensively. It's challenging to perform well against such top-tier clubs. However, Uralmash are just a solid mid-table team. The Moscow squad boasts several experienced Russian players who excel on the defensive end, which could be a significant advantage.
Match Results: Mba Moscow
BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg Team Overview
The Yekaterinburg team is facing a severe crisis. They've suffered seven defeats in their last eight matches, losing to opponents of all calibers-from giants to underdogs like Avtodor (67-73). Despite having several skilled foreign players, the visitors struggle significantly with efficiency. It's unlikely they'll suddenly turn things around on the road. Their size and agility enable them to defend well, but commitment remains a question mark. Expecting strong execution might be overly optimistic.
Match Results: BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 13;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 3; for the visitors on the road - 2;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 40.85;
- Today's home team averages 20.31, while the visitors average 20.54.
First Quarter Stats: Mba Moscow (home) vs BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg (away)
- Tournament matches played: 6 vs 8;
- Number of wins: 3 (50%) vs 2 (25%);
- Number of losses: 3 (50%) vs 6 (75%);
- Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%).
- Average points scored: 22 vs 17.75;
- Average points conceded: 20.5 vs 22.63.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 1;
- Number of losses: 7 vs 9;
- Number of draws: 0 vs 0;
- Average first quarter total: 42.4 (scored - 20, conceded - 22.4) vs 41.3 (scored - 16.7, conceded - 24.6).
- BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg scored under 20.5 points in the 1st quarter in 6 of last 7 away games.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of matchups - 13;
- number of wins for the home team - 5, for the away team - 8.
Statistics: Mba Moscow vs BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg
- number of tournament matches played: 17 vs 17;
- number of wins: 9 (56.25%) vs 6 (35.29%);
- number of losses: 7 (43.75%) vs 11 (64.71%);
- number of wins at home for the home team: 4;
- number of away wins for the away team: 3.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 5 vs 2;
- number of losses: 5 vs 8;
- number of home wins for the home team: 3;
- number of away wins for the away team: 1.
- BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg won with a +6.5 points handicap in 12 of last 13 games against Mba Moscow.
- BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg won with a +6.5 points handicap in 8 of last 9 away games (VTB United League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 77.62, for the away team - 81.46;
- average total points in H2H matches - 159.08.
Statistics: Mba Moscow vs BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg
- average total in the tournament: 160.94 vs 160.82;
- average total points scored: 79.94 vs 78;
- average total points conceded: 81 vs 82.82;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 40.31 vs 38.94;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 39.63 vs 38;
- Mba Moscow: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 85.67;
- BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg: average total points scored away in the tournament - 79.13;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 79.6 (home - 87.75) vs 76.9 (away - 79.75).
- Mba Moscow have scored under 83.5 points in 8 of last 9 games against BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg.
- Mba Moscow have scored under 83.5 points in 7 of last 8 games against BK Uralmash Yekaterinburg (VTB United League).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
We anticipate a rather intriguing basketball matchup, with both teams likely agreeing to a slower pace. MBA understand that engaging in a shootout against players schooled in the North American style will be incredibly challenging. It makes more sense for them to focus on their half, stifling the opposition with smart decisions and teamwork. Offensively, it will depend on their luck. Uralmash, currently in a slump, will strive to improve. However, based on recent games, it's hard to expect an explosive offense from them. Expect a fierce battle, especially in rebounds. Possessions are unlikely to be rapid, which will reduce the number of attempts. We'll take under 164.5 total points.No comments
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