The host nation in Group B got the opening day off to a flying start but there was plenty of excitement and action in Berlin later on that day. If you are going to lose a game at a tournament like EuroBasket 2015, losing the opening game at least gives you a chance to claw back the deficit. However, there will definitely be some eyebrows raised at some of the scores on the opening day of Group B.
The results in Group B on the 5th of September were:
- Germany 71 – Iceland 65
- Spain 70 – Serbia 80
- Italy 87 – Turkey 89
It may look as though the Germans got off to a convincing start against Iceland in Berlin, but the host nation in Group B were hanging on at the end as Iceland staged a big fightback. With less than two minutes to go in the Spain and Serbia game, there was just one point in it but a very strong finish from the Serbians pushed the game well beyond the Spanish. Turkey got off to a huge start against Italy and they managed to hang on in there at the end.
More EuroBasket 2015 Betting Tips
- EuroBasket 2015 Betting Tips - Group D - 6 September 2015
- EuroBasket 2015 Betting Tips - Group C - 6 September 2015
- EuroBasket 2015 Betting Tips - Group A - 6 September 2015
Previews for the Group B game on the 6th of September:
Serbia v Germany
With 24 points, Nemanja Bjelica was the key player for Serbia in the win against Spain and he will need to deliver a big game in this one if the Serbians are going to overcome the hosts. After the game, Serbian player Miroslav Raduljica referred to Bjelica as the “professor of big shots” and the professor is vital to how this team performs.
One issue for the German side is that Robin Benzing picked up an ankle injury and he may be missing from the action on Sunday. The NBA players came to the fore for the Germans with Dirk Nowitzki and Dennis Schroeder both grabbed 15 points each and their experience will be vital in this game.
The hosts are the underdogs for this game but the home crowd could make a big difference so look to take the Germans at +9.5 with odds of 1.90. If you want to move to the Over/Under market, choose OVER 147.5 at odds of 1.90. Bet Now!
| Tipster | Tip-off | Home Team | Away Team | O/U | Odds | Free Tip | Sportsbook | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FIBA EuroBasket - Men tip locked in at 06/09 10:45 (Spread Result: 68-75.5, Totals: 134) | ||||||||||
| giorgio | 06/09 13:00 |  | Serbia |  | Germany | 147.5 | 1.90 | Over 147.5 | ||
| SPREAD | +9.5 | 1.90 | Germany |  Bet ► | ||||||
Iceland v Italy
A strong second half showing in their opening game will give Iceland confidence going into this game but they will know that they cannot afford to give the Italian side such a strong start. Jon Stefansson delivered 23 points for Iceland in the opening game and if he manages to deliver a similar showing in the second game, Iceland may cause problems in this one.
With 33 points, Danilo Gallinari delivered a massive showing for the Italians and although he was involved at the death with a free-throw shot, after 14 successful efforts, he was vital to the Italians remaining in the game. Gallinari will be crucial for the Italians if they are to grab a win in their second game.
Iceland performed well in their opening game but they may struggle to do the same two days in a row, but this is the case for all of the teams.
Taking Iceland at +16.5, at odds of 1.90 is a smart move and if you fancy the Over/Under market, look to go OVER 151.5 at odds of 1.90. Bet Now!
| Tipster | Tip-off | Home Team | Away Team | O/U | Odds | Free Tip | Sportsbook | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [+] Show TrendsFIBA EuroBasket - Men tip locked in at 06/09 10:45 (Spread Result: 80.5-71, Totals: 135) | ||||||||||
| giorgio | 06/09 16:00 |  | Iceland |  | Italy | 151.5 | 1.90 | Over 151.5 | ||
| SPREAD | +16.5 | 1.90 | Iceland | Bet ► | ||||||
Turkey v Spain
A very strong opening quarter laid the foundations for the Turkish team and while they may be worried at their drop-off later on in the game, if the Turkish side get a similar start in this game, they will be well on their way to a strong win. Semih Erden picked up 22 points and 8 rebounds, and he will likely be at the heart of the action in this game.
Spain will be disappointed at their opening game loss but the form of Pau Gasol is one constant that the Spanish can always rely on. The NBA star grabbed 16 points and 5 rebounds in the game and Spain will be fired up to get points on the board in this one.
The Spanish are big favourites for this game but looking at the performances of the opening game, you can see that Taking Turkey with a handicap of +9.5 at odds of 1.90 makes sense. For the Over/Under market, look to go OVER 150.5 at odds of 1.83. Bet Now!
| Tipster | Tip-off | Home Team | Away Team | O/U | Odds | Free Tip | Sportsbook | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| [+] Show TrendsFIBA EuroBasket - Men tip locked in at 06/09 10:50 (Spread Result: 86.5-104, Totals: 181) | ||||||||||
| giorgio | 06/09 19:00 |  | Turkey |  | Spain | 150.5 | 1.83 | Over 150.5 | ||
| SPREAD | +9.5 | 1.90 | Turkey | Bet ► | ||||||
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