New Zealand vs Syria, Fiba Basketball World Cup, 2027 Asian Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction
New Zealand
Syria
Will New Zealand outplay Syria?
- New Zealand is currently ranked 25th in the world, while Syria is ranked 74th.
- In the last five matches, New Zealand has won all five matches.
- In the last five matches, Syria has won two and lost three matches.
New Zealand to win.
| Tournament: | Fiba Basketball World Cup, 2027 Asian Qualifiers |
| Live Streaming: | DAZN |
| Venue: | Philippines, Manila, Mall of Asia Arena |
| Tip Off: | 11:30:00 |
New Zealand vs Syria Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 1.01 | 10.0 |
New Zealand vs Syria Match Prediction & Analysis
New Zealand faces Syria on August 30th after contrasting results. The Tall Blacks edged Iran 93-91 in overtime, while Syria suffered a heavy 123-64 loss to Australia. New Zealand’s superior scoring, rebounding, playmaking and 3-0 head-to-head record make them clear favorites. Syria must improve ball security and defensive discipline to remain competitive.
New Zealand is currently ranked 4th in Group E of the FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers with a 5-2 record, while Syria is ranked 6th in Group E with a 2-5 record.
In their last three head-to-head matchups, New Zealand has won all three matches.
New Zealand vs Syria Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shea Ili | 17.0 | 0.7 | 5.3 | 1.3/0.0 |
| James Justice Jr | 21.0 | 1.0 | 4.0 | 5.0/0.0 |
Teams Preview
New Zealand Preview
New Zealand edged Iran 93-91 in overtime in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, securing a dramatic victory after a tightly contested battle featuring 13 ties and nine lead changes.
Shea Ili was outstanding, finishing with 24 points and 6 assists. Sam Mennenga added 15 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 7-of-11 from the field and providing crucial interior production.
Offensively, New Zealand shot 45% from the field, including an excellent 64.1% on two pointers, although their three point shooting was only 21.9%. Defensively, they dominated the boards 52-39, limiting second chance opportunities and made key defensive stops when needed the most.
The decisive moment came in overtime, where New Zealand outscored Iran 13-11. Sam Waardenburg’s late block preserved the victory, highlighting the Tall Blacks composure and defensive execution under pressure.
Overall, the team averages 93.1 points per game, while dishing out 22.3 assists. Defensively, they record 52 rebounds, 8 steals and 3.4 blocks per game.
Syria Preview
Syria endured a 123-64 defeat to Australia in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 Asian Qualifiers, struggling to cope with their relentless pace and pressure.
James Justice Jr led the scoring with 21 points and Christian James Maran added 12 points, but their individual efforts weren't enough.
Offensively, Syria just shot 39% from the field, including 42.9% from the two point range, 34.6% from the perimeter and 77.8% from the free throw line. Defensively, they got outrebounded 55-24 on the boards, giving away multiple second chance opportunities, recorded zero blocks and committed 27 turnovers.
They must now improve their ball control, half court execution and defensive discipline significantly when facing Asia’s elite. Overall, the team averages 65.7 points per game, while dishing out 15.3 assists. Defensively, they record 34.6 rebounds, 7.3 steals and 2.9 blocks per game.
New Zealand vs Syria Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Shea Ili |
| SG | Flynn Cameron |
| SF | Sam Waardenburg |
| PF | Sam Mennenga |
| C | Carlin Davison |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | James Justice Jr |
| SG | Yousef Abdullah |
| SF | Omar Idelbi |
| PF | Christian James Maran |
| C | Omar Cheikh Ali |
NEW ZEALAND vs SYRIA
Winning PredictionNew Zealand’s superior scoring, rebounding, playmaking and 3-0 head-to-head record make them overwhelming favorites. Syria must improve defensively and protect the ball to avoid another heavy defeat. We are backing New Zealand to win this matchup.
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