Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv vs Anadolu Efes Istanbul, EuroLeague Basketball, Today Match Prediction

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Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv

Hapoel Tel Aviv battled back from a 12-point deficit to beat LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne 81-73 on the road in EuroLeague Round 22, showcasing resilience and clutch execution.

Dan Oturu led the comeback with 18 points and 7 rebounds, while Elijah Bryant added 17 points and 6 assists as Hapoel outscored ASVEL in the second half and closed the game with poise. Chris Jones chipped in 12 for the visitors.

Offensively, Hapoel shot well, hitting 66.7% from the two point range and 84.2% from the free throw line, but struggled with 20% from the perimeter. Defensively, they controlled the boards 33-29, made defensive stops (7 steals, 2 blocks) and forced ASVEL to commit 19 turnovers.

This win kept Hapoel atop of the EuroLeague standings and extended their winning streak to two matches. Overall, the team has been averaging 87.6 points per game, while dishing out 16.5 assists per game. Defensively, they record 34 rebounds, 6 steals and 2.8 blocks per game.

Anadolu Efes Istanbul

Anadolu Efes suffered a tough 89-75 EuroLeague loss to Baskonia Vitoria-Gasteiz, extending their skid to six straight defeats and dropping to 6-16 on the season.

Anadolu’s offense lacked consistent firepower, as only a few players reached double figures. Jordan Loyd scored 12 points, Isaia Cordinier added 11, and Rolands Smits chipped in 10.

Offensively, Efes shot 48.8% from the two point range, 42.1% from the perimeter and struggled with 60% from the free throw line. They also lost the rebounding battle (31-36), allowing Baskonia to score second chance opportunities and committed 15 turnovers, which proved costly down the stretch.

This defeat underscored ongoing struggles on both ends of the floor in their EuroLeague campaign. Overall, the team has been averaging 79.9 points per game, while dishing out 17.1 assists. Defensively, they record 31.4 rebounds, 6.4 steals and 2 blocks per game.

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Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv vs Anadolu Efes Istanbul Match Prediction & Analysis

Hapoel Tel Aviv face Anadolu Efes Istanbul on 20 January 2026 in a key EuroLeague matchup. Hapoel enter with stronger form, efficient offense, and a previous win over Efes this season. Efes must tighten defense and improve execution to compete, while Hapoel will look to control tempo and extend their momentum.

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv is currently 1st in the EuroLeague standings with a 15-6 record, while Anadolu Efes Istanbul is 18th in the standings with a 6-16 record. Hapoel has a dominant record at home (7-3), whereas Anadolu Efes has been struggling with a 3-7 record while being on the road.

In the last head-to-head matchup, Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv won against Anadolu Efes Istanbul.

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Winning Prediction

Hapoel comes in with better form, stronger offensive efficiency, and confidence from their earlier victory over Anadolu Efes this season. Efes recent defensive struggles and inconsistency make it difficult to trust them on the road. Expect Hapoel to control the pace and pull away late. We are backing Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv to win this matchup.

Hapoel IBI Tel Aviv to win and cover the spread (-8.5).

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