Greece vs Israel Prediction and Betting Tips – EuroBasket 2025

This article provides a preview of the Greece vs Israel EuroBasket 2025 Round of 16 matchup, including our top value betting prediction. The game tips off on Sunday, 7 September 2025, at 20:45 CET, with Greece entering as the clear favorite after topping Group C.

🏀 Prediction: Greece -8 @1.8

Greece secured first place in Group C with a 4-1 record, advancing comfortably to the knockout stage. Their only defeat came against Bosnia and Herzegovina in a game without Giannis Antetokounmpo. They collected wins over Italy, Georgia, Cyprus, and Spain, with a notable 90-86 victory over Spain despite nearly letting a massive lead slip late in the game. Head coach Vassilis Spanoulis can be pleased with the team’s position, though on-court performances have been inconsistent outside of a few dominant stretches.

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains the cornerstone, supported by experienced players such as Kostas Sloukas, Kostas Papanikolaou, Tyler Dorsey, and Dinos Mitoglou. While the team hasn’t consistently displayed its full potential, finishing first gives Greece an easier path in the bracket and positions them as strong favorites against Israel.

Israel impressed in the group stage with wins over France, Belgium, and Iceland, but they will need all of their stars – Deni Avdija, Roman Sorkin, and Yam Madar – to perform at their peak to challenge Greece. Historically, Greece has dominated this matchup, winning eight consecutive official games against Israel since 1997.

Beyond Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece has a roster filled with seasoned European players who have played in high-pressure international competitions, including EuroBasket and the Olympics. Players like Kostas Sloukas and Kostas Papanikolaou know how to control the tempo, make smart decisions in critical moments, and exploit mismatches. Given the talent gap and historical dominance, Greece -8 offers solid value for bettors expecting the favorites to control the game.

For a full overview of the EuroBasket playoff teams and main contenders, check out our piece: Who’s Going to Win EuroBasket?

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