Georgia vs Montenegro Prediction 28 August 2026

Georgia enter this fixture in solid form, having picked up three wins in their previous World Cup qualifying outings. The team averages 79.4 points scored and concedes 78.7 per game - a narrow margin that highlights some defensive vulnerabilities. Despite currently sitting at the bottom of the group, fans remain optimistic. Under Aleksandar Džikić, Georgia have assembled their strongest possible roster for this qualifying window. The squad has been bolstered by key frontcourt additions - Shengelia and Mamukelashvili-giving them a clear edge in physicality and rebounding. Should Georgia manage to secure victories in both games during the August-September window, they will revive their hopes of reaching the tournament’s final stage.

Montenegro sit third in the group after picking up four wins from six games, keeping their World Cup hopes very much alive. However, their scoring output remains a concern, averaging just 69.4 points per game. That lack of offensive firepower could prove costly in the second round of qualifiers, where the opposition is set to be much tougher. The absence of several key players from the EuroLeague and NBA means Montenegro will have to lean heavily on veterans and less skilled players from European clubs. As usual, the team will rely on a disciplined, slow-paced style of basketball, and these circumstances are likely to force them to slow things down even further.