Real Madrid-Olimpia Milan: EuroLeague returns to WiZink Center
The Whites go in search of their 21st win in the competition (8:45 pm CET).
The EuroLeague returns to the WiZink Center for the first time in almost a month, as Real Madrid face a stern test against Olimpia Milan in round 29 of the competition 8:45 pm CET and Pablo Laso‘s charges will be vying to pick up their 21st victory.
An enticing encounter at the Palacio sees second against third and the hosts will be hoping to get back to winning ways against a side that will be extremely tough to beat. The Italians have had a solid season in the EuroLeague with a record of 18 victories and eight defeats. But history favours the Whites, who boast a 16-3 record against Milan, and the last time these two sides met the match ended in madridista victory 73-75.
An enticing encounter at the Palacio sees second against third and the hosts will be hoping to get back to winning ways against a side that will be extremely tough to beat. The Italians have had a solid season in the EuroLeague with a record of 18 victories and eight defeats. But history favours the Whites, who boast a 16-3 record against Milan, and the last time these two sides met the match ended in madridista victory 73-75.
However, Messina’s troops go into the match in fine form and will be looking to continue their run at the WiZink Center. Laso said "we want to win the game in front of our fans" before the clash and the coach will be hoping his side can put on a solid defensive display to thwart a team that poses a real threat from the three-point line, through the likes of Shields 12.6 points on average and Delaney 10.4.
On the paint
Curbing the pace of Sergio Rodríguez, who averages almost five assists per game, may prove to be another crucial factor in beating the Italians. Meanwhile, Tavares is Madrid's highest rated player 20.6 on average and the leading rebounder in the Euroleague. The Cape Verdean should be accompanied in the paint by the likes of Yabusele 11.4 points and Poirier 7.2 if they are to secure a vital win.
On the paint
Curbing the pace of Sergio Rodríguez, who averages almost five assists per game, may prove to be another crucial factor in beating the Italians. Meanwhile, Tavares is Madrid's highest rated player 20.6 on average and the leading rebounder in the Euroleague. The Cape Verdean should be accompanied in the paint by the likes of Yabusele 11.4 points and Poirier 7.2 if they are to secure a vital win.