USA vs Greece Prediction and Odds

USA vs Greece Prediction and Odds: The USA is predicted to win the upcoming game against Greece as per the bookmarkers and stats.

Anticipation rises among basketball enthusiasts as the USA prepares to face off against Greece in an upcoming FIBA World Cup match at the Mall of Asia Arena in the Philippines. Both teams emerged victorious in their opening games of the tournament. The United States is determined to recapture its former glory and assert dominance at the FIBA World Cup. After missing out on a third consecutive World Cup victory in the previous edition, the American team seems well-prepared this year. With a roster brimming with talent and guided by astute coaching, the USA possesses all the necessary components to secure the Naismith trophy in 2023. In their tournament opener, Kerr’s squad secured a convincing 99-72 triumph against New Zealand.

The Greek team is making its 9th appearance at the World Cup. Their most notable achievement in this premier basketball tournament was in 2006 when Greece reached the finals and finished as the runners-up, having defeated the USA with a score of 101-95 in the Semifinals. Greece commenced this year’s campaign with an impressive 92-71 victory over Jordan.

USA vs Greece Prediction: Last 5 Games Stats

USA

The United States has secured 3 wins in the last 5 games. They won against New Zealand, Uruguay and Colombia. The Americans lost twice against Brazil.

In the last 5 fixtures

The USA scored 86.0 points per game.
The USA conceded 81.4 points per game.
Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 0
Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 2
Number of games that ended with a difference of more than 10 points: 3

Greece

Greece has won 3 of the last 5 international games. The wins came against Jordan, Serbia, and Belgium. They lost two games against Latvia.

In the last 5 fixtures

Greece scored 75.6 points per game.
Greece conceded 76.0 points per game.
Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 1
Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 2
Number of games that ended with a difference of more than 10 points: 2

USA vs Greece Prediction: Odds

The USA will be the favorite to win this game against Greece. All the stats and betting markets are suggesting a win for the United States.

Betting Odds as per Oddspedia:

USA: 1.03
Greece: 20.53

Also Read: FIBA World Cup 2023 Prediction and Odds

USA vs Greece How to Watch

Date: 28 August | Time: 8:40 am ET
Location: Mall of Asia Arena- Manila, Philippines
TV Channel: ESPN2 | Live Stream: Fubo

USA vs Greece Prediction: FIBA 2023 Roster

USA

Forwards: Paolo Banchero, Mikal Bridges, Brandon Ingram, Jaren Jackson Jr., Cam Johnson, Bobby Portis

Guards: Jalen Brunson, Anthony Edwards, Tyrese Haliburton, Josh Hart, Austin Reaves

Center: Walker Kessler

Coaching Staff: Seve Kerr (Head Coach), Erik Spoelstra, Tyronn Lue, Mark Few

Greece

Forwards: Kostas Papanikolaou, Ioannis Pappapetrou, Nikos Rogkavopoulos, Vasilis Charalampopoulos, Dinos Mitoglou, Dimitris Agravanis, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Lefteris Mantzoukas, Kostas Antetokounmpo

Guards: Thomas Walkup, Michalis Lountzis, Dimitris Flionis, Giannoulis Larentzakis, Lefteris Bochoridis, Dimitris Moraitis

Center: Georgios Papagiannis

Coaching Staff: Dimitrios Itoudis

USA vs Greece H2H Stats

In the period since 2006, these two teams have faced each other on four occasions. The USA has held the advantage by winning three times, whereas Greece has come out victorious only once. The most recent clash occurred during the FIBA 2019 World Cup, where the USA emerged triumphant with a final score of 69-53.

It’s noteworthy that during the era of Mike Krzyzewski (2005–2016), Greece stands as the sole national team to have defeated the United States. This achievement remains unique, considering the United States maintained an unbeaten record in all significant tournaments, both prior to and subsequent to the semi-finals of the 2006 FIBA World Cup.

USA vs Greece Prediction: Players to Watch (Stats from the Last Game)

USA

Paolo Banchero (Forward): Points: 21 | Rebounds: 4.5 | Assists: 1
Anthony Edwards (Guard): Points 14 | Rebounds: 7 | Assists: 3
Austin Reaves (Guard): Points: 12 | Assists: 6 | Rebounds: 2

Greece

Thomas Walkup (Guard): Points: 13 | Assists: 7 | Rebounds: 2
Ioannis Pappapetrou (Forward): Points 13 | Rebounds: 4 | Assists: 2
Kostas Papanikolaou (Forward): Points: 6 | Rebounds: 6 | Assists: 2

USA vs Greece Last Game Analysis

USA

The USA defeated New Zealand in the last game by 99-92.

Stats:

Field Goal%: USA 59.3% – New Zealand 36.5%
Three-Pointer%: USA 44.4% – New Zealand 32.1%
Free Throw%: USA 77.8% – New Zealand 75.0%
Total Rebounds: USA 41 – New Zealand 33
Turnovers: USA 19 – New Zealand 19
Fouls: USA 17 – New Zealand 23

Greece

Greece defeated Jordan in the last game by 92-71.
Stats:

Field Goal%: Greece 51.5% – Jordan 41.1%
Three-Pointer%: Greece 37.5% – Jordan 40.0%
Free Throw%: Greece 55.6% – Jordan 68.0%
Total Rebounds: Greece 42 – Jordan 31
Turnovers: Greece 11 – Jordan 14
Fouls: Greece 20 – Jordan 20

USA vs Greece Winner Prediction

The United States unquestionably presents itself as the more formidable team, poised to potentially exert control over the upcoming encounter with Greece. On the other hand, Greece will aim to harness its current momentum and provide formidable opposition against the American team. The notable absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo is undoubtedly a substantial drawback for Greece in the FIBA 2023.

As per the predictions and odds, the USA is expected to win this contest.

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