Alba vs Chemnitz Prediction 18 September 2026
๐ Alba Berlin are set to host Chemnitz in their opening fixture of the new German Championship season. For Alba Berlin, itโs crucial to make an early statement of intent as they look to cement their place among the leagueโs frontrunners.
Alba are hungry for revenge
๐ Alba Berlin and Chemnitz have faced each other 18 times. The hosts have come out on top in 13 of those encounters, including games that went to overtime, while the visitors have claimed victory in five matchups. On average, Alba Berlin put up 86.61 points per head-to-head clash, with Chemnitz averaging 80.17. Their most recent meeting took place on 03 May 2026 in Berlin, where Alba suffered a narrow 82-84 defeat on their home court.
Head-to-head statistics Alba - Chemnitz

Alba Berlin have struggled to impress defensively
Alba Berlin closed out last season averaging 84.5 points per game while conceding 79.9. In preseason, their offensive firepower has clearly improved, as they racked up an impressive 188 points across two games. However, their defense has looked shaky - facing Hamburg and Baskonia, Alba allowed a combined 184 points. Conceding nearly 80 points per game at the end of last season and over 90 in recent friendlies suggests that their opponents will have plenty of opportunities to put up big numbers.
Match Results: Alba Berlin

Chemnitz are banking on their defense
Chemnitz wrapped up last season with a rather modest scoring average of 78.5 points per game while conceding 82. The team, however, has already played their first official match of the new campaign, edging out Hessen 77-70 in the German Cup. Although the visitorsโ offensive output dipped slightly during preseason and early autumn, their defense has become noticeably more solid and reliable.
Match Results: BV Chemnitz 99
Total Points Prediction
In their head-to-head matchups, Alba average 86.61 points per game, while Chemnitz post 80.17. Taking into account that the visitors have put up 78.5 points per game over their last ten official outings - and even better on the road at 81.4 - it makes sense to back Chemnitz Over 75.5 Points at odds of 1.59. This bet has landed in 7 of Chemnitzโs last 8 games away from home.
Match Outcome Prediction
Chemnitz rarely suffer heavy defeats. In fact, they have managed to stay within a 14-point margin in 16 of their last 17 games, including their last ten on the road. Prediction: Chemnitz to win with a +14.5 handicap at odds of 1.69.