Monaco vs Fenerbahce Tips & Live Stream - Monaco’s defense faces a major test

Monaco have been struggling to impose their rhythm in recent weeks, failing to deliver the results expected from a Final Four contender.

They still hold the fourth spot in the standings, as they have for most of the season, but their position is now under threat, with two teams breathing down their necks, sharing the same record.

The latest glaring example of their inconsistency came in the previous EuroLeague round when they suffered a 91-88 defeat on the road against Maccabi Tel Aviv. 

The loss itself isn’t the biggest concern–Maccabi, despite a disappointing season, have managed to upset several strong opponents at home–but blowing a six-point lead with under two minutes left raises serious red flags.

Adding to Monaco’s troubles is the injury of their newest signing, Daniel Theis, who was forced to leave the game in the third quarter after a nasty fall. His absence was already felt in their latest domestic league match, and his availability for the upcoming EuroLeague clash remains uncertain.

On top of that, coach Spanoulis has been dealing with a depleted roster for some time, as both Vitto Brown and Nick Calathes remain sidelined due to injuries.

Fenerbahce Form & Team News

With a solid record of 20 wins and 9 losses, Fenerbahce continue to dominate the second spot in the EuroLeague standings.

While it may be unrealistic to challenge the top spot and the dominant Olympiacos, they should have no problem maintaining their position, especially with a favorable schedule ahead.

In the first half of the season, they suffered a heavy defeat to Monaco on their home court, and this upcoming game presents a great opportunity for revenge.

In the previous round, Fenerbahce comfortably defeated ASVEL 92-82 on their home floor, once again showcasing their excellent shooting form. Wade Baldwin led the way with 15 points, while a group of nine players contributed between 8-10 points each.

It was a true team victory, highlighting the system instilled by coach Jasikevičius. Aside from Scottie Wilbekin, whose season has long been over, Jasikevičius will have a full roster to choose from for the upcoming match.

Head to Head

Monaco remains a fond memory for Fenerbahçe fans, as they defeated them in last year’s EuroLeague quarterfinals after five intense games, including an overtime thriller in the fifth match, played in the very same arena.