Senegal vs New Zealand, FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournament, Today Match Prediction

Senegal vs New Zealand Basteball Odds

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Senegal

Senegal Women is currently holding a 0-2 record in the qualifiers, where they suffered two huge losses against USA (46-110) and Spain (51-84). These two losses makes this a must win fixture for Senegal as they can't let any slip up from here on. 

On the offensive end they are averaging 48.5 points per game, with a focus on interior scoring, as they account for 23 points in the paint nightly. While they struggle with perimeter shooting—hitting only 18.8% of their three-pointers—their bench is a significant source of energy, contributing 26.5 points per game. 

Defensively, they are disruptive, averaging 9.5 steals and nearly 3 blocks. Khadija Faye is the team's efficiency leader, helping anchor a squad that thrives on creating 9 fast break points per game.

New Zealand

Like their opponents, New Zealand Women also sits at 0-2 after two tough matchups, making this contest as must win one. In both the losses the margin of loss is 22 points or more. Another tough and physical outing awaits them in the form of Senegal. 

The Blackcaps are averaging 50.5 points on the offensive end of the floor and are technically sound from the charity stripe, shooting an excellent 80.6% from the free-throw line. Their primary strength is on the boards, where they pull down 38 rebounds per game, providing a solid defensive foundation. 

However, they have struggled with ball security, averaging over 25 turnovers per game. Ella Tofaeono is their standout performer, leading the team's effort. To find success, they will need to improve their 25% three-point shooting and reduce offensive errors.

Senegal vs New Zealand Starting Lineups

Senegal vs New Zealand Match Prediction & Analysis

Senegal Women face off New Zealand Women in the round 3 clash of the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournament on Saturday, 14th March. The venue for this match Group A clash is Puerto Rico Coliseum Jose Miguel Agrelot “El Choli”, San Juan and the scheduled start time is 11:30 PM IST. 

This is a must win match for both the teams, so we expect it to be a moderate scoring game with constant lead changes. The matchup is going to be the physicality and paint dominance of Senegal versus the pace and outside shooting of New Zealand. 

Senegal vs New Zealand Player Stats

SENEGAL vs NEW ZEALAND
Winning Prediction

The odds are heavily in favour of Senegal Women and rightly so, they are one of the most sized and physical teams to beat in this group and with them losing both the matches played so far, expect them to bounce back in this fixture. 

Senegal Women to win and cover the spread (-6.5).

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