World Championship Basketball, Mall of Asia Arena (Pasay) on Sunday,
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As the World Championship Basketball showdown approaches on August 30, 2026, New Zealand prepares to host Syria in what is expected to be a compelling encounter. With New Zealand showcasing a strong recent form, having secured victories in all of their last three matches, they enter the game as significant favorites. Their recent success reflects a well-rounded team effort, emphasizing ball movement and defensive tenacity, which has allowed them to dominate opponents effectively.
In contrast, Syria has struggled, winning only 1 of their last 3 games. This inconsistency may pose challenges for them as they face a formidable New Zealand side. Tactical adjustments may be necessary for Syria, who must focus on tightening their defense and enhancing offensive execution to keep pace with the high-scoring capabilities of their opponents.
Bookmakers have heavily favored New Zealand, with odds of 1.01 for a home win, indicating confidence in their ability to perform. The predicted final score of 106:66 underscores the anticipated disparity in performance levels. However, in sports, surprises can happen, and Syria will be keen to challenge the odds and prove their resilience. Fans can expect an intriguing matchup as both teams vie for their place in the championship narrative.
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| New Zealand 92.8% |
Syria 7.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 106:66
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.00 | 17.00 | ||
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1.01 | 12 | ||
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1.01 | 10 |
Latest Results
| 28.08.26 Iran basketball – New Zealand basketball – 91:93 OT 06.07.26 New Zealand basketball – Guam basketball – 129:75 03.07.26 New Zealand basketball – Philippines basketball – 106:102 OT 01.03.26 Guam basketball – New Zealand basketball – 67:99 26.02.26 Philippines basketball – New Zealand basketball – 66:69 |
28.08.26 Syria basketball – Australia basketball – 64:123 05.07.26 Syria basketball – Iran basketball – 52:73 02.07.26 Syria basketball – Iraq basketball – 91:81 29.06.26 Iran basketball – Syria basketball – 72:68 27.02.26 Iraq basketball – Syria basketball – 70:78 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 19.07.22 New Zealand basketball – Syria basketball – 97:58 01.12.18 New Zealand basketball – Syria basketball – 97:74 13.09.18 Syria basketball – New Zealand basketball – 64:107 |
Standings
America
Group E
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | USA | 7 | 6 | 1 | 692:580 | 13 |
| 2 | Brazil | 7 | 6 | 1 | 652:546 | 13 |
| 3 | Dominican Republic | 7 | 5 | 2 | 627:562 | 12 |
| 4 | Mexico | 7 | 4 | 3 | 664:634 | 11 |
| 5 | Colombia | 7 | 3 | 4 | 585:640 | 10 |
| 6 | Chile | 7 | 2 | 5 | 504:552 | 9 |
Group F
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Canada | 7 | 7 | 0 | 710:557 | 14 |
| 2 | Argentina | 7 | 6 | 1 | 606:475 | 13 |
| 3 | Uruguay | 7 | 5 | 2 | 595:512 | 12 |
| 4 | Bahamas | 7 | 3 | 4 | 646:655 | 10 |
| 5 | Puerto Rico | 7 | 2 | 5 | 612:642 | 9 |
| 6 | Panama | 7 | 2 | 5 | 521:611 | 9 |
Ranking of fourth-placed teams
| Pl | W | L | Pts | |||
| 1 | Mexico | 1 | 1 | 0 | 112:86 | 2 |
| 2 | Bahamas | 1 | 1 | 0 | 103:94 | 2 |
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