Valencia vs Bilbao Basket predictions, May 17, 2026

Spanish ACB League, on Sunday,

Valencia

Bilbao Basket

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As Valencia BC prepares to host Bilbao Basket in the Spanish ACB League on May 17, 2026, both teams enter the matchup with commendable recent form. Valencia has secured victories in three of their last five outings, showcasing their ability to execute strong offensive plays while leveraging home-court advantage. Their ability to control the tempo and utilize a balanced scoring approach will be crucial in this contest.

On the other hand, Bilbao Basket has mirrored Valencia’s performance, also winning three of their last five games. Bilbao’s tactical strength lies in their defensive resilience and ability to capitalize on fast-break opportunities, which could test Valencia’s transition defense.

The bookmakers have set odds heavily favoring the home team at 1.18 to Bilbao’s 4.6, indicating a strong belief in Valencia’s capacity to win. The predicted scoreline of 93:83 suggests a competitive matchup with both teams capable of putting points on the board.

While Valencia appears poised for a victory given recent home performances, classic league dynamics and Bilbao’s potential for an upset make this matchup intriguing. As always, expect the unexpected in sports, as both teams will look to assert their dominance on the court.

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Valencia
78.4%
Bilbao
21.6%

Prediction (the most likely score): 93:83

Outrights of Spanish ACB League Valencia: 13.11% Bilbao: 1.1%

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WilliamHill 1.2 4

Latest Results

13.05.26 Valencia BC – Panathinaikos BC – 81:64
10.05.26 Valencia BC – Saski Baskonia – 86:88
08.05.26 Panathinaikos BC – Valencia BC – 86:89
06.05.26 Panathinaikos BC – Valencia BC – 87:91
03.05.26 Basquet Manresa – Valencia BC – 104:102
14.05.26 Bilbao Basket – Real Madrid basketball – 88:82
10.05.26 Força Lleida CE – Bilbao Basket – 90:81
03.05.26 Bilbao Basket – CB Granada – 88:83
29.04.26 Bilbao Basket – PAOK Thessaloniki BC – 89:74
22.04.26 PAOK Thessaloniki BC – Bilbao Basket – 79:73

Facts

  • This match features a clash between the league leader and a mid-table team (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ ACB (Play Offs: Quarter~finals) and 8 in the zone Promotion ~ ACB (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Valencia won 3.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Valencia may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Valencia is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Valencia won 13 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 1758:1588. (average 87.9:79.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Valencia won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 795:675. (average 88.3:75).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.01.26 Bilbao Basket – Valencia BC – 72:116
    08.03.25 Valencia BC – Bilbao Basket – 89:70
    27.10.24 Bilbao Basket – Valencia BC – 98:103
    11.02.24 Bilbao Basket – Valencia BC – 93:78
    03.12.23 Valencia BC – Bilbao Basket – 79:85

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W L Pts
    1 Real Madrid 31 26 5 2909:2635 52
    2 Murcia 31 22 9 2810:2622 44
    3 Barcelona 31 22 9 2767:2521 44
    4 Baskonia 31 22 9 2876:2693 44
    5 Valencia 30 21 9 2825:2502 42
    6 Joventut Badalona 29 18 11 2459:2352 36
    7 Tenerife 30 17 13 2654:2555 34
    8 Bilbao 31 17 14 2628:2674 34
    9 Unicaja 30 16 14 2645:2599 32
    10 Breogan 31 14 17 2822:2899 28
    11 Manresa 31 13 18 2650:2830 26
    12 Basquet Girona 31 13 18 2675:2766 26
    13 Forca Lleida 31 11 20 2598:2793 22
    14 San Pablo Burgos 31 10 21 2775:2878 20
    15 Gran Canaria 31 10 21 2531:2665 20
    16 Basket Zaragoza 30 9 21 2608:2783 18
    17 MoraBanc Andorra 31 9 22 2682:2896 18
    18 Granada 31 6 25 2562:2813 12

    Spanish ACB League Outrights

    1. Real Madrid: 1.55 (54.99%)

    2. Barcelona: 5.36 (15.94%)

    3. Valencia: 6.52 (13.11%)

    4. Saski Baskonia: 17.8 (4.8%)

    5. Murcia: 32.2 (2.65%)

    6. Unicaja: 45 (1.9%)

    7. Tenerife: 45 (1.9%)

    8. Joventut Badalona: 45 (1.9%)

    9. Bilbao: 77.4 (1.1%)

    10. Girona: 100 (0.85%)

    11. Basquet Girona: 100 (0.85%)

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