Round 8 of the EuroLeague kicks off “Crazy Week” with six games on Tuesday (10/27).
In addition to Panathinaikos vs. Armani Milan, the schedule also includes five other games, with Fenerbahçe’s road game in Valencia and the Spanish showdown between Baskonia and Real Madrid standing out.
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Dubai vs. Paris (6:00 p.m.)
In the first game of the day, Dubai (5-2) returns home after three straight European wins, most recently a 107-91 victory over Bayern in Munich. Paris (1-6) is looking to bounce back after a 93-104 home loss to Valencia and four straight losses in the competition.
For the home team, Musa is expected to return, while Zayte remains sidelined, and there are question marks surrounding Anderson, Sengelia, Wokap, and Prepelic. In Paris, the availability of Ifi, Nilikina, and Warren remains uncertain.
Bayern Munich–Barcelona (9:00 p.m.)
Bayern (2-5) is looking to get back on the winning track after a 91-107 home loss to Dubai. In contrast, Barcelona (4-3) is coming off an 89-81 road win in Milan and is looking for its second consecutive road victory. The Catalans are expecting the return of Dario Brithuela, while Yoan Makoundou remains sidelined due to a knee injury.
Red Star Belgrade vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv (9:00 p.m.)
Two teams coming off losses face off in Belgrade. Red Star (4-3) lost the derby to Partizan 85-82 in overtime, while Maccabi (2-5) fell to Real Madrid 99-113. For the Serbs, Jonathan Motley is expected to be available, while Stefan Miljenovic’s participation remains doubtful. Maccabi will be without the injured Ife Ludberg.
Valencia vs. Fenerbahçe (9:30 p.m.)
Valencia (5-2) hosts Fenerbahçe (6-1) in one of the day’s most important matchups. The Spaniards returned to winning ways with a 104-93 victory on the road against Paris, led by T.J. Shorts with 25 points. Fenerbahce is coming off a 64-61 road win over Olympiacos, which kept them tied with Panathinaikos for first place.
On the court, Valencia will be without Nate Rivers, who is dealing with a foot injury.
Baskonia vs. Real Madrid (10:00 p.m.)
A Spanish showdown in Vitoria, with Baskonia (1-6) looking to get back on track after an 85-79 loss to Panathinaikos. Real Madrid (4-3) is on an upward trajectory and is coming off its fourth consecutive victory, a 113-99 win over Maccabi.
The Basques will be without Tadas Szedekerskis, while there are question marks surrounding Duarte, Simmons, and Kurucs. For Real Madrid, Gabriel Deck and Ousman Garuba remain sidelined.
The schedule for Round 8
Tuesday, Oct
. 27: Dubai vs. Paris (6:00 p.m.)
Bayern Munich vs. Barcelona (9:00 p.m.)
Red Star Belgrade vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv (9:00 p.m.)
Panathinaikos vs. Armani Milan (9:15 p.m.)
Valencia vs. Fenerbahçe (9:30 p.m.)
Baskonia vs. Real Madrid (10:00 p.m.).
Wednesday, October 28
Beşiktaş vs. Olympiacos (7:30 p.m.)
Hapoel Tel Aviv vs. Anadolu Efes (8:00 p.m.)
Villeurbanne vs. Partizan (9:00 p.m.)
Virtus Bologna vs. Žalgiris (9:30 p.m.).
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