Efes vs Besiktas Prediction 22 October 2026
๐ In this EuroLeague clash, Anadolu Efes take on Besiktas. Both sides boast solid offensive firepower. The hosts have struggled for results lately, but the visitorsโ uptempo style could significantly shape the flow of the game. Expect a high-scoring contest.
Head-to-Head
๐ The sides last met less than a month ago in the Turkish league, with Efes claiming a 95-81 victory. However, looking at their last five head-to-head clashes, Besiktas have the edge with a 3-2 record.
Head-to-head statistics Efes - Besiktas
Anadolu Efes: the offense continues to evolve
In their last five games, Efes have suffered three defeats, including a recent domestic league loss to Esenler Erokspor (70-73). However, there are no restrictions on foreign players in international competitions, allowing Efes to field their most optimal lineups. There are matches where Anadolu Efes operate at an exceptionally high level - for instance, they outplayed Zalgiris with an 85-70 win. Still, against faster opponents, their defensive issues tend to be even more pronounced, as seen in their 93-101 loss to Bayern. Efes will likely rely on their offense, averaging 82 points per game - a figure that could climb higher at home. The team and coaching staff have started to adjust to the absence of Mike James, and the offense is beginning to take on a new shape.
Match Results: Efes Anadolu Istanbul
Besiktas are among the highest-scoring teams in the EuroLeague.
Beลiktaล have posted slightly better results than their opponents, claiming three wins from their last five outings. Right now, the team are in better shape and riding a wave of confidence. They recently edged Bayern 95-87, then followed up with a hard-fought 83-80 victory over Galatasaray in the Turkish league. Beลiktaล average around 92 points per game in the EuroLeague, making them one of the competitionโs most prolific offenses. Their three-point shooting also deserves special mention - they hit about 41% from beyond the arc. The squad boasts significant offensive firepower, and they look to capitalize on it by pushing the tempo at every opportunity. Defensive lapses are almost inevitable with this approach, and they do concede an average of 92.5 points per game. Still, their chances for success remain strong.
Match Results: Besiktas
Prediction for the outcome
Over their last 10 encounters, both teams have claimed five wins apiece, each suffering five defeats as well. On home court, the hosts have secured three victories, while the visitors have celebrated two wins on the road. Anadolu Efes tend to dominate Besiktas at home, having come out on top in 10 of their last 11 head-to-head clashes in Istanbul. Back Anadolu Efes to win at odds of 1.55.
Total Goals Prediction
Over their last 10 games, Efes have averaged 82.7 points per outing, with that number climbing to an impressive 91.75 when playing at home. Besiktas, meanwhile, post an average of 87.1 points, though that figure drops slightly to around 85.4 on the road. Itโs also worth highlighting a key trend: Anadolu Efes have scored more than 88.5 points in six of their last seven head-to-head home meetings against this opponent. With that in mind, weโre backing Anadolu Efes to score over 88.5 points at odds of 1.85.
โญ Editorial Prediction
Beลiktaล have shown better form lately, but it's important to factor in the challenges of playing away from home. In Turkey, the impact of the home crowd is massive, and that gives Anadolu Efes a slight edge in crucial moments. The visitors look to play at a fast tempo, and Efes rarely slow things down - especially on their own court. That sets the stage for an up-tempo, high-scoring contest. Our editorial team expects both sides to push offensively, so we're backing the over 171.5 points in this one.
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