Maccabi vs Paris Prediction 29 October 2026
🏀 In Round 9 of the EuroLeague, Maccabi Tel-Aviv face Paris Basketball on neutral ground in Belgrade. Both sides have endured a tough start to the season and currently share identical 2-6 records. The Yellows are coming off a heavy defeat to Crvena Zvezda, while Paris Basketball snapped their losing streak with a convincing road win over Dubai. With both teams languishing near the bottom of the standings, this matchup promises to be tense and wide open.
Head-to-Head
📊The history of this matchup is surprisingly one-sided. Paris Basketball have won all four head-to-head games in the EuroLeague, with three of those victories coming by double digits. Their most dominant performance came in the teams’ most recent clash in April 2026, when they cruised to a 113-80 win.
Head-to-head statistics Maccabi - Paris
Maccabi Tel-Aviv: injury woes continue
Maccabi Tel-Aviv head into the game with a 2-6 record, sitting 15th in the standings. In Round 8, the Israeli side suffered a heavy defeat against Crvena Zvezda (78-100), marking their sixth loss in seven EuroLeague outings. The main concern is the injury to Lundberg, who sustained a partial tendon tear in training and will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks. This leaves the club without their primary playmaker and one of their top scorers, and so far they have yet to find a replacement in the backcourt.
Alongside Lundberg, Ebo and Lavi remain unavailable, while Clark III is listed as questionable. In this situation, much of the responsibility will fall on Madar (averaging 12.4 points) and Walker IV (who put up 25 and 23 points in his last two games). Meanwhile, Sorkin continues to be the focal point in the paint, averaging 13.9 points and 4.2 rebounds.
Match Results: Maccabi Tel-Aviv
Paris Basketball: All Eyes on Offense
Paris Basketball, on the other hand, come into this game riding a wave of confidence. On Tuesday, the French side snapped a four-game EuroLeague losing streak with a 99-93 road win over Dubai. Heifi and Roden each dropped 20 points, while Herrera chipped in with 12. Despite still missing several rotation players, Paris showed in Dubai that they can compete even away from home.
For the second season running, Paris Basketball have established themselves as one of the most entertaining teams in the competition, thanks to their relentless commitment to up-tempo, high-octane offense and quick-shot philosophy. When this approach clicks-especially when their star Heifi catches fire - Paris are capable of overwhelming any EuroLeague defense. The challenge is that it’s nearly impossible to predict when everything will fall into place; it’s essentially a roll of the dice. A couple of days ago against Dubai, everything worked, and given Maccabi Tel-Aviv’s defensive vulnerabilities, there’s every reason to believe Paris’ hot streak could continue.
Match Results: Paris Basketball
First Quarter Prediction
Maccabi Tel-Aviv have taken the opening quarter in 7 of their last 8 games. Meanwhile, Paris Basketball have managed just one first-quarter win on the road in their last ten outings. Back Maccabi Tel-Aviv to win the first quarter at odds of 1.7.
Match Result Prediction
Paris Basketball have covered the +9.5 spread in nine of their last ten games. Over their previous ten road matchups, they have picked up three wins. While this away record doesn't directly support the handicap pick, it doesn't contradict a bet on this margin either. The most reasonable option here is to back the visitors with a +9.5 handicap at odds of 1.38.
Total Points Prediction
Maccabi Tel-Aviv have seen the total points go over 173.5 in ten consecutive EuroLeague home games. Paris Basketball have surpassed the 170.5 mark in eight of their last nine outings - a similar, though slightly lower benchmark. Backing over 173.5 points at odds of 1.3 looks like a solid pick here.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Both teams thrive in up-tempo games and aren’t shy about launching shots from beyond the arc, but they often struggle defensively. Maccabi Tel-Aviv traditionally look to control the boards and work through their big men, while Paris Basketball rely on mobility, transition play, and perimeter shooting. With both sides desperate for a win, this matchup promises to be open, fast-paced, and high-scoring. Backing the over 180.5 total points looks like a smart play.
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Betting Tips: Maccabi Tel-Aviv - Paris Basketball
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