Valencia vs Maccabi Prediction 29 January 2026
🔊 A crucial EuroLeague clash between Valencia Basket and Maccabi Tel Aviv is set to take place at the Spanish club's arena this coming Thursday. Valencia are currently positioned near the top of the standings and are vying for a playoff spot, while Maccabi are striving to climb out of the lower half. However, the hosts have lost some momentum in January, securing just two wins in five rounds. Can Martínez's squad regain their former strength against the league's weakest defense? We'll find out soon, but for now, let's analyze the matchup and offer an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams Valencia Basket and Maccabi Tel-Aviv:
- played 10 matches;
- wins (including extra time): 2 for today's home team and 8 for the guests;
- the home team averages 78.8 points per match, the guests - 84.3;
- average total match points - 163.1.
The last confrontation took place on 18 December 2025 at the venue of Maccabi Tel-Aviv and ended with a score of 85:82.
Head-to-head statistics Valencia - Maccabi
Valencia Basket Team Overview
Valencia Basket are delivering consistent performances, boasting 15 wins in 24 games this season. However, their current EuroLeague form is less than ideal: three losses and two wins in their last five games indicate a slump for the squad. Their average home scoring rarely surpasses 94.5 points, as confirmed by statistics-achieved only once in their last eleven home games.
Valencia's defense also warrants attention: the team frequently employs an aggressive strategy focused on intercepting the ball. In the last round, Martinez's side managed to lose away to a mediocre Bayern Munich (89-93). However, at home, Valencia showcase impressive results in the tournament, winning 10 out of 12 encounters. Therefore, opponents from Maccabi should brace for a barrage of high-tempo attacks (in this regard, the Spanish franchise ranks second in the EuroLeague).
Match Results: Valencia Basket
Maccabi Tel-Aviv Team Overview
Maccabi Tel Aviv have mirrored their recent EuroLeague form with two wins and three losses over the last five games. The team consistently scores over 85 points in most of their recent matchups, boasting an average of 88.9 points per game, ranking them fourth in the league, highlighting their potent offensive capabilities.
However, their defense remains a glaring weakness, often allowing opponents to penetrate Maccabi's shaky backline. It's worth noting their previous head-to-head with Valencia, which ended 85-82 in favor of the Israeli side. The last round also proved successful for the "Yellows," as they defeated a strong Panathinaikos at home (75-71). Yet, they urgently need to address their rebounding issues on the defensive end, as Maccabi rank last in the tournament in this area.
Match Results: Maccabi Tel-Aviv
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 10;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 4; for the visitors on the road - 0;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 37.3;
- Today's home team averages 18.5, while the visitors average 18.8.
First Quarter Stats: Valencia Basket (home) vs Maccabi Tel-Aviv (away)
- Tournament matches played: 12 vs 12;
- Number of wins: 8 (66.67%) vs 3 (25%);
- Number of losses: 3 (25%) vs 9 (75%);
- Number of draws: 1 (8.33%) vs 0 (0%).
- Average points scored: 23.58 vs 22.75;
- Average points conceded: 21.17 vs 25.17.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 8 vs 3;
- Number of losses: 2 vs 6;
- Number of draws: 0 vs 1;
- Average first quarter total: 47.2 (scored - 26.3, conceded - 20.9) vs 46.3 (scored - 22.2, conceded - 24.1).
- Over 45.5 points in the 1st quarter in 6 of last 7 Maccabi Tel-Aviv games (Euroleague).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of matchups - 10;
- number of wins for the home team - 2, for the away team - 8.
Statistics: Valencia Basket vs Maccabi Tel-Aviv
- number of tournament matches played: 24 vs 24;
- number of wins: 15 (62.5%) vs 10 (41.67%);
- number of losses: 9 (37.5%) vs 14 (58.33%);
- number of wins at home for the home team: 10;
- number of away wins for the away team: 4.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 5 vs 6;
- number of losses: 5 vs 4;
- number of home wins for the home team: 3;
- number of away wins for the away team: 2.
- Maccabi Tel-Aviv won with a +7.5 points handicap in last 6 games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 78.8, for the away team - 84.3;
- average total points in H2H matches - 163.1.
Statistics: Valencia Basket vs Maccabi Tel-Aviv
- average total in the tournament: 175.75 vs 180.54;
- average total points scored: 90.08 vs 88.92;
- average total points conceded: 85.67 vs 91.63;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 44.83 vs 45.96;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 45.25 vs 42.5;
- Valencia Basket: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 90.5;
- Maccabi Tel-Aviv: average total points scored away in the tournament - 87.92;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 92.1 (home - 95.6) vs 87.8 (away - 86.5).
- Valencia Basket have scored under 94.5 points in 10 of last 11 home games (Euroleague).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams focus heavily on offensive play, often neglecting their defensive duties, particularly the visitors. While the absence of one of their leaders, Walker, slightly diminishes Maccabi's attacking potential, it is not enough to prevent them from posing a threat to Valencia. The Israeli side still boasts other options like Blatt, Sorkin, Lundberg, and Hoard. The home team will undoubtedly take full advantage of the gaps in their Tel Aviv opponent's defense in the paint. This all points towards a high-scoring encounter. We are betting on a total over 178.5.No comments
Betting Tips: Valencia Basket - Maccabi Tel-Aviv
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