Szombathely vs Salon Vilpas Live Stream & Tips – Visitors Underestimated in the FIBA Champions League
Salon Vilpas made a strong start in their opening-round game against AEK Athens, leaving a positive impression with their performance. Building on this momentum, they are expected to put up another solid display in their upcoming match against Szombathely. The recommended pick for this fixture is an away win with a +7.5 handicap for Salon Vilpas. The central conclusion is to back Salon Vilpas, given their recent form.
- Salon Vilpas looked great in Athens in the opening round
- We are backing them to put up a fight in Hungary
- Watch Szombathely vs Salon Vilpas live in the Champions League
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Salon Vilpas’ opening match against AEK Athens was highly entertaining, with the Finnish underdogs coming close to a major upset in Greece. Can they produce another strong performance on Tuesday in Hungary against Szombathely?
Szombathely Finding Form Domestically
Szombathely started their FIBA Champions League campaign with a narrow 99-93 defeat against Antwerp Giants in Belgium earlier this month. Their shooting was good, converting 11 of 22 three-point attempts, but they failed to control the paint, allowing 17 offensive rebounds.
They have played two games in the Hungarian top flight since, claiming convincing victories against Szedeak 96-65 and NKA Pecs 106-78.
Szombathely enjoyed a great run in the FIBA Europe Cup last season, reaching the semifinals before losing both legs against Bilbao, 98-81 at home and 95-88 in Spain.
Salon Vilpas Proving Their Potential
Salon Vilpas had to go through the qualifiers to reach the main phase of the FIBA Champions League. After edging out Levice 90-87 in the quarterfinals, they had no problems beating Bakken Bears 90-72 in the semifinals.
The decisive clash against CSM Oradea was a true thriller, with the Finnish side securing a 98-96 victory. Leland Walker was instrumental, scoring 42 points.
They were labelled massive underdogs in the opening round against AEK Athens in Greece and put up a fantastic fight before ultimately losing 95-93, despite entering the final quarter with a five-point lead. Leland Walker finished the game with 28 points.
Verdict
Salon Vilpas left a great impression in their opening-round clash against AEK Athens, and I expect them to deliver another strong performance against Szombathely. An away win with a +7.5 handicap is my pick.
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