USA vs New Zealand Prediction and Odds
USA vs New Zealand Prediction and Odds: The USA is predicted to win the upcoming game against New Zealand.
Basketball enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for the highly anticipated FIBA 2023 World Cup. This year, the event is hosted by more than one nation for the first time in history. The organizing countries are the Philippines, Japan, and Indonesia. The action begins on 25 August, and as the 32 teams ready themselves for competition, excitement among fans and betting circles intensifies.
The USA is set to begin its quest with a group fixture against New Zealand on Saturday, 26 August. The American team couldn’t clinch the title in the previous World Cup, bowing out in the quarter-finals to France. However, with a solid lineup and a skilled coaching crew, they are among the tournament’s top favorites.
On the other side, New Zealand is bracing for a formidable face-off in their first match. Despite being one of the underdogs, the Kiwi side has successfully qualified for their sixth consecutive FIBA World Cup. They are keen to emulate their 2002 achievement when they made a historic run to the top 4.
USA vs New Zealand Prediction: Last 5 Games Stats (World Cup Qualifiers)
USA
The United States won 3 of their last 5 games in the World Cup Qualifiers. They won one game against Uruguay and two games against Colombia.
- The USA scored 85.2 points per game.
- The USA conceded 82.4 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
New Zealand
New Zealand also won 3 of their last 5 matches in the World Cup Qualifiers. The victories came against Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. The two defeats came against Jordan and Lebanon.
- New Zealand scored 91.2 points per game.
- New Zealand conceded 79.0 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: 0
- Number of games that ended with a difference of more than 10 points: 5
USA vs New Zealand Prediction: Odds
The USA will start as favorites to win this game against New Zealand. All the stats and betting sites favor the American side.
Betting Odds as per Smarkets:
- USA: 1.01
- New Zealand: 10.5
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USA vs New Zealand How to Watch
- Date: August 25, Friday
- Time: 8:40 am ET
You have the option to watch the live streaming of the match between Team USA and New Zealand on platforms like ESPN, FUBO, and Courtside 1891.
USA vs New Zealand 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
New Zealand
Forwards: Walter Brown, Finn Delany, Dan Fotu Isaac Fotu, Hyrum Harris, Jordan Ngatai, Tohi Smith-Milner, Reuben Te Rangi, Yanni Wetzell
Guards: Taylor Britt, Flynn Cameron, Shea Ili, Izayah, Mauriohooho Le’Afa
Center: Sam Timmins
Coaching Staff: Pero Cameron (Head Coach), Michael Fitchett, Zico Coronel, Aaron Young, Lisa Wallbutton
USA vs New Zealand H2H Stats
Throughout history, the USA and New Zealand have crossed paths twice on the basketball court, each team emerging victorious once. Their most recent showdown occurred during the FIBA World Cup 2014, where the USA secured a commanding 98-71 victory.
USA vs New Zealand Prediction: Players to Watch Out
USA (Stats from NBA 2022-23)
- Mikal Bridges (Small Forward): Points Per Game: 26.1 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.5 | Steals Per Game: 1.0
- Brandon Ingram (Small Forward): Points Per Game: 24.7 | Assists Per Game: 5.8 | Rebounds Per Game: 5.6
- Tyrese Haliburton (Point Guard): Points Per Game: 20.7 | Assists Per Game: 10.4 | Steals Per Game: 1.6
New Zealand (Stats from World Cup Qualifiers)
- Reuben Te Rangi (Forward): Points Per Game: 14.8 | Assists Per Game: 2.8 | Rebounds Per Game: 2.5
- Shea Ili (Guard: Points Per Game: 13.3 | Assists Per Game: 5.0 | Steals Per Game: 2.0
- Sam Timmins (Point Guard): Points Per Game: 12.6 | Rebounds Per Game: 6.3 | Steals Per Game: 1.0
USA vs New Zealand Winner Prediction
With a lineup of prominent NBA stars and a star-studded coaching panel, the USA appears significantly more formidable. They undeniably stand as the team to keep an eye on in the upcoming FIBA World Cup. On the other hand, New Zealand will need an extraordinary collective endeavor from all their players to pull off a remarkable upset in the first week of the tournament.
As per the predictions and odds, the USA is expected to win this contest.
