Zalgiris vs KK Crvena Zvezda Prediction 9 January 2026
🔊 In the upcoming EuroLeague clash, Žalgiris will host Crvena Zvezda at their home court in Kaunas. Both teams are currently mid-table, sitting in 9th and 10th positions respectively, which makes this matchup crucial in the race for the playoffs. The teams are evenly matched in terms of quality, making it difficult to predict a clear winner. We anticipate a tense battle where every possession will count. Let's analyze the game and provide an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams Zalgiris Kaunas and Crvena Zvezda:
- played 19 matches;
- wins (including extra time): 13 for today's home team and 6 for the guests;
- the home team averages 76.53 points per match, the guests - 75.79;
- average total match points - 152.32.
The last confrontation took place on 14 October 2025 at the venue of Crvena Zvezda and ended with a score of 88:79.
Head-to-head statistics Zalgiris - KK Crvena Zvezda
Zalgiris Kaunas Team Overview
Zalgiris have been showing mediocre form this winter, securing only two wins in their last five EuroLeague games. Their recent outing a few days ago against Virtus ended in a loss (79-83). Over the last seven games, the team consistently scores more than 84 points, but rarely surpasses 86 when playing at home against Crvena Zvezda.
The Lithuanian side is known for their strong offense and impressive ability to make long-range shots, boasting a 39% accuracy rate, which ranks them first in that category. However, this significant advantage hasn't shielded them from setbacks, as the club has lost the team chemistry that set them apart at the start of the tournament. They have become heavily reliant on the form of their leader, Francisco. Unfortunately, he struggled in the aforementioned clash with Virtus, managing to score just 10 points.
Match Results: Zalgiris Kaunas
Crvena Zvezda Team Overview
Crvena Zvezda have also been consistent, securing six victories in their last ten games, though they recently stumbled after a run of three consecutive wins. They are known for their solid defense and aggressive perimeter play, which often keeps opponents at bay.
While Belgrade's average points scored are lower compared to their peers, they make up for it with disciplined defense (allowing 83.6 points per game, ranking 6th) and the ability to control the game's pace. However, in their recent matchup against Valencia (89-106), all their strengths were neutralized. The Serbians, still missing several key players due to injuries (Rivero, Canaan, Bolomboy, and Carter), struggled to slow down the Spaniards' high-octane performance.
Match Results: Crvena Zvezda
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 19;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 5; for the visitors on the road - 3;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 37.26;
- Today's home team averages 19.74, while the visitors average 17.53.
First Quarter Stats: Zalgiris Kaunas (home) vs Crvena Zvezda (away)
- Tournament matches played: 10 vs 9;
- Number of wins: 7 (70%) vs 5 (55.56%);
- Number of losses: 3 (30%) vs 2 (22.22%);
- Number of draws: 0 (0%) vs 2 (22.22%).
- Average points scored: 22.4 vs 23.44;
- Average points conceded: 18.4 vs 22.22.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 6 vs 6;
- Number of losses: 4 vs 3;
- Number of draws: 0 vs 1;
- Average first quarter total: 48 (scored - 25.2, conceded - 22.8) vs 44.3 (scored - 22.1, conceded - 22.2).
- Zalgiris Kaunas scored under 23.5 points in the 1st quarter in 14 of last 16 games against Crvena Zvezda (Euroleague).
- Zalgiris Kaunas scored under 23.5 points in the 1st quarter in 8 of last 9 home games against Crvena Zvezda (Euroleague).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of matchups - 19;
- number of wins for the home team - 13, for the away team - 6.
Statistics: Zalgiris Kaunas vs Crvena Zvezda
- number of tournament matches played: 20 vs 20;
- number of wins: 11 (55%) vs 11 (55%);
- number of losses: 9 (45%) vs 9 (45%);
- number of wins at home for the home team: 6;
- number of away wins for the away team: 3.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 7 vs 6;
- number of losses: 3 vs 4;
- number of home wins for the home team: 2;
- number of away wins for the away team: 3.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 76.53, for the away team - 75.79;
- average total points in H2H matches - 152.32.
Statistics: Zalgiris Kaunas vs Crvena Zvezda
- average total in the tournament: 168.8 vs 169.6;
- average total points scored: 86.75 vs 86;
- average total points conceded: 82.05 vs 83.6;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 42.05 vs 43.05;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 44.7 vs 42.95;
- Zalgiris Kaunas: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 83.5;
- Crvena Zvezda: average total points scored away in the tournament - 85;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 94.9 (home - 92.5) vs 87.9 (away - 85).
- Zalgiris Kaunas have scored under 86.5 points in 8 of last 9 home games against Crvena Zvezda (Euroleague).
- Zalgiris Kaunas have scored under 86.5 points in 6 of last 7 games against Crvena Zvezda (Euroleague).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
This match promises to be intense: both teams have identical records this season, with 11 wins and 9 losses. While neither side struggles significantly on offense, their game plans heavily rely on solid defense. It's no surprise that both teams' defenses rank in the league's Top 6. Given this scenario, a high-scoring game seems unlikely. Our pick is under 168.5 total points.No comments
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