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Anadolu Efes vs Virtus Bologna Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips - 13-11-2026
Nov 1317:30
Match Prediction
Expected score: Anadolu Efes 85-83 Virtus Bologna
Anadolu EfesDrawVirtus Bologna
Anadolu Efes hosts Virtus Bologna in a Euroleague clash between two mid-table sides locked at 4-6 records. Both teams sit in the lower half of the standings, but the home court advantage and recent momentum give the hosts the edge in what shapes as a tight, competitive affair.
Team form
Anadolu Efes
Efes have won their last two outings, beating Besiktas 89-80 and Zalgiris Kaunas 85-70, though those victories mask underlying inconsistency. Over their last five games they've scored 81.0 per game while conceding 83.4, a deficit that reflects defensive vulnerabilities against stronger opponents. The loss to Bayern (93-101) and the heavy defeat at Olympiacos (66-89) show how quickly they can be overwhelmed when the intensity rises. They're oscillating between competitive and fragile rather than building genuine form.
Virtus Bologna
Bologna have been more prolific offensively, averaging 86.2 points across their last five matches, but that aggression hasn't translated to wins—they're 2-3 in that span. The 74-91 loss to Zalgiris and 81-90 defeat to Hapoel Tel Aviv suggest they're vulnerable to teams that can control tempo and tighten defence. Their wins over Baskonia (86-78), Paris (96-94), and Bayern (94-87) show they can compete with quality sides, but consistency remains elusive. Conceding 88.0 per game indicates structural defensive issues that a home team with recent confidence could exploit.
Head-to-head
No previous meetings between these sides are on record, so there's no historical pattern to lean on. This is a genuine unknown, which adds uncertainty to the matchup.
Key factors
Efes' home-court advantage is real in the Euroleague, and their recent wins suggest they've found some rhythm defensively—or at least against the right opponents. Bologna's offensive firepower (86.2 ppg) could trouble Efes's porous defence (83.4 conceded), but the visitors' own defensive leakiness (88.0 conceded) presents an opportunity for the hosts to attack with purpose. Pace and transition will likely decide this; whichever team controls the tempo and limits second-chance points should prevail. Efes' familiarity with their own arena and the psychological lift from back-to-back wins gives them a marginal but real tactical edge.
Prediction
The bookmakers price Efes as a modest favourite at 1.52, reflecting home advantage and recent form. The model leans toward the hosts, though only slightly—this is a tight contest between evenly matched sides. Both teams score and concede in similar ranges; the differentiator is Efes' two consecutive wins and the home environment. Bologna have the offensive talent to stay close or even lead, but their defensive fragility and lack of recent momentum make them vulnerable to a team playing with confidence at home. Expect a low-scoring, grinding affair where possessions matter and neither side pulls away decisively.
Anadolu Efes are the favourite to win, but only just. This is a speculative pick in a matchup where either team could prevail on any given night. Back the hosts to edge a close contest, but don't be surprised if Bologna's offensive punch forces overtime or a narrow defeat for Efes. The margin will be minimal.
Match info
Tournaments:
Euroleague(2026)
Venue
Basketbol Gelisim Merkezi
Statistics
Odds Comparison
Recent Form
Anadolu Efes
L
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W
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Virtus Bologna
L
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W
Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Panathinaikos | 10 | 8 | 2 | 862 |
| 2 |  Crvena Zvezda Meridianbet | 10 | 7 | 3 | 825 |
| 3 |  Valencia | 10 | 7 | 3 | 951 |
| 4 |  Fenerbahce | 10 | 7 | 3 | 803 |
| 5 |  Olympiacos | 10 | 7 | 3 | 847 |
| 6 |  Dubai | 10 | 7 | 3 | 880 |
| 7 |  Barcelona | 10 | 7 | 3 | 902 |
| 8 |  Real Madrid | 10 | 6 | 4 | 967 |
| 9 |  Hapoel Tel Aviv | 10 | 6 | 4 | 921 |
| 10 |  Zalgiris Kaunas | 10 | 6 | 4 | 856 |
| 11 |  Partizan Mozzart Bet | 10 | 5 | 5 | 784 |
| 12 |  Anadolu Efes | 10 | 4 | 6 | 842 |
| 13 |  Besiktas | 10 | 4 | 6 | 877 |
| 14 |  Paris | 10 | 4 | 6 | 890 |
| 15 |  Virtus Bologna | 10 | 4 | 6 | 856 |
| 16 |  Lyon-Villeurbanne | 10 | 4 | 6 | 883 |
| 17 |  Bayern | 10 | 3 | 7 | 868 |
| 18 |  Maccabi Tel Aviv | 10 | 2 | 8 | 847 |
| 19 |  Olimpia Milano | 10 | 1 | 9 | 811 |
| 20 |  Baskonia | 10 | 1 | 9 | 813 |
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