Mónaco-Real Madrid: Time to Keep up Euroleague Run
The Whites have won 9 of their last 10 matches and face a tough away clash to Monaco on matchday 23 (7.00 pm CET).
Real Madrid face one of the most complicated outings of the season so far later today. They take on Monaco with the aim of shaking things up in the table with a view to the playoffs. Our team, tied on wins with the leaders, are one win ahead of the Monegasques, who are fourth. It promises to be a great game, with the last two matches having been decided in extra time. The second game in less than 48 hours in the Euroleague double-header.
The final stretch of a tremendously competitive Regular League; Chus Mateo's side face a direct rival, who have taken a step forward this year and are now clear contenders for the Final Four. Madrid will put their good form and the positive sensations they have been showing to the test. They have won nine of their last 10 games since 6th January. February is a crucial month for their aspirations, as they will be playing away again against Anadolu Efes the following matchday. Monaco are come into the clash on the back of two consecutive wins and are even stronger at home, where they have won eight of their 10 matches.
The final stretch of a tremendously competitive Regular League; Chus Mateo's side face a direct rival, who have taken a step forward this year and are now clear contenders for the Final Four. Madrid will put their good form and the positive sensations they have been showing to the test. They have won nine of their last 10 games since 6th January. February is a crucial month for their aspirations, as they will be playing away again against Anadolu Efes the following matchday. Monaco are come into the clash on the back of two consecutive wins and are even stronger at home, where they have won eight of their 10 matches.
The main priority is to come out with maximum focus, as they have done in the last two victories against Baxi Manresa and Panathinaikos. In the league game, Real Madrid scored 57 points in the first half and 48 in the game before yesterday, getting both games on track before the break. Monaco will be a tough nut to crack. They combine both physicality and quality in equal measure. A very offensive team 83.5 points on average, they load their game close to the hoop they are the team that attempts the most two-point shots and they are very good at offensive rebounding. Madrid scores a little more 83.5 and is more decisive in the paint. We also have the best defence in the competition 75.9 points, unlike the Monaco side, who limp along at 81.2.
Two of the Best Squads in Europe
Mike James is their most prominent player and the undisputed leader of the team, but they have a very dangerous perimeter with Okobo, Diallo and Loyd. Added to which, they have a powerful inside game with Hall, Moneke, Motiejunas and Brown. All this against Madrid's depth, led by Tavares 17.3 rating, Deck 16.1, Musa 15.8 and Yabusele 10.2. They have met three times in the EuroLeague with a 2-1 record in our favour. This season, Monaco won 94-95 in overtime. The basket average will also be important, which will be on Madrid's side if they win points in overtime do not count. In the only visit to Monaco our team won 84-90.
Two of the Best Squads in Europe
Mike James is their most prominent player and the undisputed leader of the team, but they have a very dangerous perimeter with Okobo, Diallo and Loyd. Added to which, they have a powerful inside game with Hall, Moneke, Motiejunas and Brown. All this against Madrid's depth, led by Tavares 17.3 rating, Deck 16.1, Musa 15.8 and Yabusele 10.2. They have met three times in the EuroLeague with a 2-1 record in our favour. This season, Monaco won 94-95 in overtime. The basket average will also be important, which will be on Madrid's side if they win points in overtime do not count. In the only visit to Monaco our team won 84-90.