Australia vs Spain, Olympics Basketball 2024, Today Match Prediction

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Australia

The Aussies had a phenomenal run in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, winning five matches and losing only to the USA, securing a third-place finish and in the 2023 Basketball world cup despite having a very good squad they failed to advance to the quarterfinal round. Entering their opening game against Spain, the Spaniards were riding a wave of success with four wins in their last five games, their sole loss coming against the USA (98-92). 

Led by the experienced Matthew Dellavedova, Australia relies on its offense, and with the size advantage of Jock Landale and Nicholas Kay in the paint, they aim to neutralize the threat posed by Spain's center, Willy Hernangomez.  In the international friendly games Patty Mills, Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels did the most of the scoring and they are the players to look watch out for against La Roja.

Australia averaged 87.8 points per game while allowing 76.2 in their last five games. In their last three outings, they consistently knocked down 12 three-pointers and 19 two-pointers per game. 

Spain

Spain topped their group in the 2023 Basketball World Cup but was eliminated in the round of 16 after a narrow 85-88 loss to Canada.In two friendly internationals leading up to the tournament, Spain defeated Puerto Rico 107-84 and edged past Argentina 76-72. They had a dominant run in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, winning three games before losing the knockout match against the United States 81-95. 

Led by Sergio Llull, the team, like their opponents, is high-scoring with elite three-point shooters in Rudy Fernandez, Lorenzo Brown, Alex Abrines, and Alberto Diaz. The Hernangomez brothers are crucial in disrupting Australia's off-ball movement and excel at rebounding and catch-and-shoot opportunities. 

Currently ranked second in FIBA, Spain's potential is undeniable. However, the absence of the Gasol brothers and Ricky Rubio due to injury makes them underdogs in Group A. Spain averages 86.4 points per game while conceding 77.8 in their last five outings, setting up an anticipated three-point shootout between the two teams.   

Australia vs Spain Starting Lineups

Australia vs Spain Match Prediction & Analysis

Betting Tips

1. Australia to win the game and total points in the game over 165.5 @ 2.80 (Stake.com)
2. Australia to score over 83.5 points @ 1.71 (Stake.com)
3. Total Points in the match over 165.5 @ 1.89 (1XBET)
4. Total Points in the 1st Half over 81.5 @ 1.70 (1XBET)

Australia vs Spain Player Stats

AUSTRALIA vs SPAIN
Winning Prediction

Spain who are on a five match winning streak against Australia could finally be beaten as they enter the contest as underdogs due to the lack of bench strength and over reliance on their experienced core to deliver the goods, while Australia roster is stacked with NBA talent and they edged out France in their last match. The shooting form of Patty Mills, Josh Giddey and Dellavedova is a huge positive ahead of their opening group game.  While they do have the depth with Dante Exum, Will Magnay coming off the bench. Overall Australia has a better defensive strength than Spain which could the defining factor in the outcome of the game. 

We are backing Australia to win this match!

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