Today marks the final matches of the group stage for the World Cup in Qatar. We also took a closer look at several games in the NBA, including fixtures from the top Slovene football league.
1.49 Group Stage Australia – Denmark [Neutral Venue]
Tip: 2
1.39 Group Stage Tunisia – France [Neutral Venue]
Tip: 2
1.70 Group Stage Saudi Arabia – Mexico [Neutral Venue]
Tip: 2
1.45 Group Stage Poland – Argentina [Neutral Venue]
Tip: 2
3.40 First League NK Radomlje – NK Domžale
Tip: X
2.09 First League FC Koper – NS Mura
Tip: 1
2.29 2. SNL NK Krsko – NK Brinje Grosuplje
Tip: 1
2.60 NBA Los Angeles Lakers – Portland Trail Blazers
Tip: 2
Match Analysis: We're gearing up for a thrilling derby in the Western Conference as the home team Lakers face off against the visiting Portland. The Lakers have had a disappointing run this season, showing struggles similar to the previous year, making their chances of reaching the playoffs seem slim. Currently, they sit in 13th place in the West with a record of 7 wins and 12 losses. At home, they've only managed 5 victories against 6 defeats. Despite a relatively easy schedule, they've only secured three wins in their last five matches, two of which were losses against teams with over a 50% win rate this season. This indicates that the Lakers struggle against stronger opponents, and with a tough schedule ahead, they seem to be in for more challenges. In their last home game, they suffered a shocking defeat to Indiana after leading by 17 points with just 9 minutes remaining—James and Davis clearly played pivotal roles in that loss. Indiana clinched a last-second victory with a clutch three-pointer. Meanwhile, Portland has surprisingly found itself in playoff contention, sitting in 7th place in a tightly contested Western Conference with 11 wins and 10 losses. Interestingly, they've excelled on the road, achieving 7 wins and only 5 losses away from home. Portland's last four games have been away matches, where they only prevailed over New York, most recently losing to the Nets 111-97. Given that context, the Lakers are favored to win today. Earlier this season, the two teams faced off, with Portland winning 106-104 on October 23. The Lakers are expected to field their full roster, while Portland will be without Keon and their star player Damian Lillard. Portland boasts the 9th best defense but lags with the 23rd ranked offense in the league. The Lakers rank 16th in offense and 20th in defense.
Betting odds: Sports betting company 22Bet The odds for a Lakers win are set at 1.43, whereas a victory for Portland is significantly higher at 2.60.
1.23 NBA Boston Celtics – Miami Heat
Tip: 1
1.41 NBA New York Knicks – Milwaukee Bucks
Tip: 2
1.39 NBA Brooklyn Nets – Washington Wizards
Tip: 1
2.26 NBA Minnesota Timberwolves – Memphis Grizzlies
Tip: 1
1.35 NBA Utah Jazz – Los Angeles Clippers
Tip: 1
1.44 NBA Phoenix Suns – Chicago Bulls
Tip: 1
