Vietnam vs Thailand, FIBA Asia Cup, 2029 Pre-Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction
Vietnam
Thailand
Can Thailand topple Vietnam?
- Vietnam is currently ranked 131st in the world, while Thailand is 97th in the world.
- Vietnam averages 64 PPG, while converting 43.6% from 2PT FG.
- Thailand averages 94 PPG, while converting 53.5% from 2PT FG.
Thailand to win.
| Tournament: | FIBA Asia Cup, 2029 Pre-Qualifiers |
| Live Streaming: | DAZN |
| Venue: | Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, MBank arena |
| Tip Off: | 11:30:00 |
Vietnam vs Thailand Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | NA | NA |
Vietnam vs Thailand Match Prediction & Analysis
Vietnam faces Thailand on August 30th after contrasting opening results. Vietnam lost 98-64 to Mongolia, while Thailand dominated Fiji 94-59. Thailand’s superior scoring, rebounding, shooting efficiency and 2-0 head-to-head record give them a clear advantage.
Vietnam needs a major defensive improvement and stronger perimeter shooting to stay competitive against Thailand’s balanced attack.
Thailand is currently ranked 1st in Group D of the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers with a 1-0 record, while Vietnam is 3rd in Group D with a 0-1 record.
In their last two head-to-head matchups, Thailand won both the matches against Vietnam.
Vietnam vs Thailand Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huy Hoan Vo | 12.0 | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0.0/0.0 |
| Frederick Lee Jones Lish | 23.0 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 2.0/0.0 |
Teams Preview
Vietnam Preview
Vietnam suffered a 98-64 defeat to Mongolia in the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers, struggling to contain the hosts offensive efficiency in Ulaanbaatar.
Huy Hoan Vo led the scoring with 12 points and Thanh Tam Dinh added 11 points, but their individual efforts weren’t enough.
Offensively, Vietnam just shot 39% from the field, including 43.6% from the two point range, 27.8% from the perimeter and 68.2% from the free throw line. Defensively, they got outrebounded 43-25, giving away multiple second chance opportunities, recorded zero blocks and committed 16 turnovers.
Vietnam did respond in the third quarter, outscoring Mongolia 24-23, but the deficit was already too large. The defeat highlights the need for Vietnam to improve its perimeter shooting, defensive resistance and early game execution.
Thailand Preview
Thailand opened the FIBA Asia Cup 2029 Pre-Qualifiers with an emphatic 94-59 victory over Fiji, immediately establishing themselves as one of Group D’s strongest contenders. The Thais controlled the contest from the opening tip, responding effectively whenever Fiji threatened and maintaining a comfortable advantage throughout.
Frederick Lee Jones Lish led the scoring with 23 points, while Chanatip Jakrawan added 20 points and 8 rebounds. Emmanuel Chinedu Ejesu delivered a powerful double-double of 13 points and 11 rebounds, giving Thailand valuable production on the glass.
Offensively, Thailand shot 46% from the field, including 53.5% from the two point range, 35.5% from the perimeter and 68.2% from the free throw line. Defensively, they got outrebounded 47-43 on the boards, but recorded an impressive 15 steals and forced Fiji to commit 23 turnovers.
The victory provides Thailand with an ideal start in a four team group where three teams advance, while their next matchup against Vietnam will be another important test.
Vietnam vs Thailand Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Truc Nhan Huynh |
| SG | Thanh Tam Huynh |
| SF | Thanh Tam Dinh |
| PF | Huy Hoan Vo |
| C | Huynh Phu Vinh Nguyen |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Attapong Leelaphipatkul |
| SG | Frederick Lee Jones Lish |
| SF | Ibrahim Diaby |
| PF | Chanatip Jakrawan |
| C | Emmanuel Chinedu Ejesu |
VIETNAM vs THAILAND
Winning PredictionThailand is the clear favorite after its dominant 94-59 win over Fiji, while Vietnam lost 98-64 to Mongolia. Thailand’s superior shooting, rebounding, depth and 2-0 head-to-head record should make the difference. We are backing Thailand to win this matchup.
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