Latvia vs Austria, Fiba Basketball World Cup 2027, European Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction
Latvia
Austria
Can Latvia topple Austria?
- Latvia averages 86.0 points per game.
- Austria averages 68.0 points per game.
- In the last five matches Latvia have won 2 and lost 3, Austria have won 1 and lost 4.
Latvia to win and cover the spread (-29.5).
| Tournament: | Fiba Basketball World Cup 2027, European Qualifiers |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Xiaomi Arena, Riga, Latvia |
| Tip Off: | 22:00:00 |
Latvia vs Austria Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.01 | 12.0 |
Latvia vs Austria Match Prediction & Analysis
Latvia take on Austria on 6 July looking to build on their recent momentum. Latvia enter with greater confidence after a hard-fought victory, while Austria aim to recover from a heavy defeat. Latvia’s disciplined defence, balanced offense, and superior recent form make them favourites heading into this matchup.
Latvia rank 3rd in Group F with 2 wins and 3 losses, while Austria rank 4th with 1 win and 34 losses.
Over their last meetings, Latvia won 1 with 0 loss, leaving Austria with 0 win and 1 loss.
Latvia vs Austria Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rihards Lomazs | 17.3 | 3.0 | 4.0 | 1.0/0.0 |
| Nico Zeleznik | 14.0 | 0.0 | 3.0 | 0.0/0.0 |
Teams Preview
Latvia Preview
Latvia head into their next game with confidence after a hard-fought 72–69 victory over Netherlands.
Rihards Lomazs set the pace for the team, scoring 21 points, 6 rebounds, 4 assists, Artus Zagars added 21 points, 2 rebounds. Marcis Steinbergs put up 6 points, 2 rebounds. Artus Strautins defended the paint with 7 rebounds, 8 points.
Offensively, Latvia team scored 35.0% from the field goal, including 24.2% from the three-point line and 84.6% from the free throw line. Defensively, they were equally matched with 38-38, with 6 steals, 1 block.
Latvia’s 72–69 victory over the Netherlands will boost their confidence heading into the next game. Winning a closely contested matchup reinforces their composure in pressure situations. If they maintain their defensive intensity and execute efficiently in key moments, they will be well positioned to carry their momentum forward.
Austria Preview
Austria head into their next game after a 123–77 defeat to Poland.
Nico Zeleznik powered her side, contributing 14 points, 3 assists, while teammate Daniel Friedrich added 9 points, 3 assists. Starlin Inoa Gil with 9 points. Nordin Kapic defended the paint with 5 rebounds, 9 points, and 1 assist.
Offensively, Austria shot 41.9% from the field including 38.5% from deep. They capitalized on opportunities at the line, dropping 76.9%, with 30 assists. On the defensive end they outrebounded 38-22, with 9 steals, 3 blocks.
Austria’s heavy 123–77 loss to Poland exposed weaknesses in both defence and offensive consistency. The defeat will increase the pressure to respond positively in their next match. Improving defensive intensity, limiting turnovers, and executing more efficiently will be essential if they hope to produce a stronger performance.
Latvia vs Austria Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Rihards Lomaza |
| SG | Arturs Zagars |
| SF | Arturs Strautins |
| PF | Roberts Blumbergs |
| C | Marcis Steinbergs |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Nico Zeleznik |
| SG | Daniel Friedrich |
| SF | Daniel Ggric |
| PF | Starlin Inoa Gil |
| C | Florian Koppel |
LATVIA vs AUSTRIA
Winning PredictionLatvia are favourites thanks to their strong recent form, disciplined defence, and balanced scoring. Austria will look to respond after a difficult outing, but Latvia are expected to control the game and claim the victory. We are backing Latvia to win.
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