Aris vs AEK Athens predictions, May 17, 2026

Greek Basket League A1, on Sunday,

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As BC Aris Thessaloniki prepares to host AEK Athens in an upcoming Greek Basket League A1 showdown on May 17, 2026, both teams arrive with contrasting recent performances. Aris has struggled in their last five encounters, securing victory in only one. This slump may present challenges as they aim to capitalize on their home-court advantage.

In contrast, AEK Athens has demonstrated a more robust form, with three wins out of their last five games. This upward trend indicates a team gaining momentum and confidence, especially as they approach a crucial away fixture. AEK’s tactical cohesion and ability to adapt during challenging moments have been defining aspects of their recent success.

The bookmakers favor Aris slightly, offering odds of 1.52 for a home win compared to AEK’s 2.33 for an away victory. Our predictive model suggests a 63.4% probability of a home win, acknowledging Aris’s potential to leverage home support and familiarity with their playing environment. However, given AEK’s recent form and tactical strengths, this matchup promises to be fiercely competitive. As always in sports, outcomes can be unpredictable, and both teams will be eager to assert their dominance on the court.

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Aris
60.5%
AEK
39.5%

Outrights of Greek Basket League A1 AEK Athens: 1.34% Aris: 1.08%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 1.52 2.33

Latest Results

14.05.26 AEK Athens BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 87:81
25.04.26 BC Aris Thessaloniki – Panionios BC – 75:65
22.04.26 Peristeri BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 78:75
19.04.26 Olympiacos Piraeus BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 92:81
15.04.26 PAOK Thessaloniki BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 88:77
14.05.26 AEK Athens BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 87:81
09.05.26 AEK Athens BC – BC Rytas – 86:92 OT
07.05.26 Unicaja Málaga – AEK Athens BC – 65:78
25.04.26 AEK Athens BC – Olympiacos Piraeus BC – 84:94
19.04.26 Panionios BC – AEK Athens BC – 57:71

Facts

  • First leg.
  • The game will be played between two neighbours in the standings (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ Basket League (Play Offs: Quarter~finals) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Basket League (Play Offs: Quarter~finals))
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Aris won 1.
  • Aris has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • AEK‘s form has been unstable in recent games (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Aris may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Aris has had a series of away games.
  • Aris could have a small edge in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Aris won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 13 matches, and goals 1496:1546. (average 74.8:77.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Aris won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 675:656. (average 75:72.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.05.26 AEK Athens BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 87:81
    04.04.26 BC Aris Thessaloniki – AEK Athens BC – 82:78
    27.12.25 AEK Athens BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 82:76
    28.12.24 AEK Athens BC – BC Aris Thessaloniki – 102:89
    05.10.24 BC Aris Thessaloniki – AEK Athens BC – 59:70

    Standings

    Draw

    Play Offs

    Quarter-finals

    1 Olympiacos (1) Kolossos Rhodes (8) 1 : 0
    2 AEK Athens (4) Aris (5) 1 : 0
    3 Panathinaikos (2) Mykonos (7)
    4 PAOK (3) Peristeri (6) 2 : 0

    Greek Basket League A1 Outrights

    1. Olympiacos Piraeus: 1.67 (51.97%)

    2. Panathinaikos: 2.1 (41.33%)

    3. PAOK: 34 (2.55%)

    4. AEK Athens: 65 (1.34%)

    5. Aris: 80 (1.08%)

    6. Mykonos: 100 (0.87%)

    7. Kolossos Rhodes: 100 (0.87%)

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