Zalgiris vs Anadolu Efes Prediction and Betting Tips 2025 April 11

In the EuroLeague’s Round 34, Anadolu Efes Istanbul will host Zalgiris Kaunas on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the Sinan Erdem Dome in Istanbul. The matchup is important for both teams, but each team has distinct motivations and goals. Zalgiris vs Anadolu Efes Prediction for the last round (34) of Euroleague regular season.

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Zalgiris vs Anadolu Efes Prediction

The final game of the EuroLeague regular season Anadolu Efes Istanbul faces Zalgiris Kaunas in Istanbul. For Efes, it’s a critical game to solidify their playoff chances. For Zalgiris, it marks their last EuroLeague game of the season. Here’s what you need to know before placing your bets.

Zalgiris vs Anadolu Efes Prediction – Important Note

It is worth mentioning that rumors about Zalgiris taking a new coach appeared just before the game, which is never a good sign. While Andrea Trinchieri is a great strategist, he is usually not necessarily very liked among players, so that is something to have in mind. Zalgiris usually does not give up without fighting till the end, but with Euroleague end in sight, that just might change.

Zalgiris vs Anadolu Efes Prediction Betting Tips

Game Winner: Anadolu Efes to win
Point Spread: Efes -8
Over/Under: Over 163 points

Recent Form and Current Standing

Efes enters this game on a hot streak, winning seven games in a row, including a hard-earned overtime victory against Crvena Zvezda. With a 19-14 record, they are looking to cement a top-six spot for a direct playoff berth. Efes has been very solid at home, and with their strong roster, they are clear favorites in this matchup.

Zalgiris, however, has had a very mediocre season. At 15-18, they are already out of playoff contention. While they’ve shown flashes of great gameplay, the Lithuanian team has been inconsistent throughout the campaign. This will be their last EuroLeague game for the year, so they’ll want to finish on a high note.

Head-to-Head History

Anadolu Efes has a commanding 7-3 record over the last ten matchups between these teams, and the odds heavily favor them in this game. While Zalgiris did manage a win earlier this season (85-72 at home), playing in Istanbul is a different challenge entirely. Zalgiris will be without Alen Smailagic, registering a youngster Mantas Juzenas instead. Efes has been dominant on their home court, and Zalgiris will need a flawless performance to stand a chance.

Key Players to Watch

Elijah Bryant (Efes): With Rodrigue Beaubois out due to injury, Efes will rely even more on Bryant to provide scoring. The 14.1 points per game scorer has been crucial to their success, especially with his efficiency from the field. Bryant’s shooting from deep (38%) will be a weapon in breaking down Zalgiris’ defense.
Sylvain Francisco (Zalgiris): For Zalgiris, all eyes are usually be on Francisco. Averaging 14.6 points per game, Francisco is the primary offensive threat. If Zalgiris is to have any chance of pulling off an upset, Francisco will need a standout performance.

Betting Insights

Efes is the clear favorite, and it’s not hard to see why. They are on a hot streak, they’re playing at home, and they have a deeper, more experienced roster. The spread is set at about -8 for Efes, and given their form, they are likely to cover that. They have been consistent in beating relatively weaker teams by double digits, especially at home.

The over/under for the total points is set at about 163, which seems reasonable given both teams’ offensive outputs. Efes is one of the highest-scoring teams in the EuroLeague, averaging nearly 87 points per game, while Zalgiris is more modest, scoring just over 77. With Efes likely to score freely and control the tempo, the over seems a solid pick on their homecourt.