Last Updated on July 17, 2024 9:00 am by Gambyl Nation Editorial Team
We come to the last day of the men’s basketball group stage at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, specifically in Group C, where we have an epic battle that will define the first place of the group, in the match between Spain and Slovenia. On the other hand, we will have the match between Japan and Argentina who will try to make a very good match to be one of the best third-place and be able to advance to the quarterfinals.
The matches will be played this Sunday, August 1, 2021.
You can check the Olympics Games Tokyo 2020 bets, the analysis of each squad and the final bet, and its analysis of each match of the tournament.
Tokyo 2020 – Olympic Basketball Men’s Preliminary Rounds Betting Odds & Free Pick – Info
When: Sunday, August 01
Where Can I Watch? NBC / 7 Plus / DirecTV Sports
Where Can Stream? NBCOlympics.com / NBC Sports App
Game: Japan vs Argentina – Sunday, August 01 at 12:40 am ET
Why Bet on Japan (+426)
The home team of Japan reaches this third date of the group stage of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games with a 0-2 record, after having lost their first two games against the most powerful teams in group C.
Japan debuted with a hard-fought defeat against a very good Spain, with a result of 88-77. In this match, Rui Hachimura and Yuta Watanabe were the offensive weapons of the team, after scoring 20 and 19 points respectively.
Then, they were defeated in their second game against Slovenia, this game was forgotten by the Japanese since they lost 116-81. Although indeed, this party was somewhat fought during the first 3 periods, Japan was decimated in the last quarter, and they ended up falling due to this wide difference.
Why Bet on Argentina (-625)
On the other hand, Argentina arrives very beaten to this last group C game. The excellent base of players led by the NBA, Facundo Campazzo and Gabriel Deck, and by the experienced Luis Scola, has not had the Olympic Games they have dreamed of when falling in a couple of chances, showing a low level of international play.
Argentina debuted taking a beating against Slovenia 118-100. In this match, Argentina had its 3 stars, Campazzo, Deck, and Scola, who scored 21, 17, and 23 points, but failed to stop the NBA MVP, Luka Doncic.
In their second match against Spain, Argentina failed to help Laprovittola, who scored 27 points in the 81-71 loss.
Japan vs Argentina Betting Pick: Argentina.
Game: Spain vs Slovenia – Sunday, August 01 at 4:40 am ET
Why Bet on Spain (+124)
Spain comes to this match with the conviction of hitting the table hard to win and occupy first place in Group C of these Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.
Spain has played a phenomenal tournament, despite having started with some doubts in their match against Japan, in which we noticed a Spanish team a bit nervous, but they finally managed to win the 88-77 victory. In this game, Ricky Rubio joined the team on the shoulder with 20 points and had help from Victor Clavel and Marc Gasol, who scored 13 and 12 points respectively.
The second match for Spain was against Argentina. In this game, Ricky Rubio again excelled commanding the team’s offenses with 26 points and only Sergio Llull was the other teammate who exceeded 10 points. In the same way, Spain managed to beat Argentina 81-71.
Why Bet on Slovenia (-151)
On the other hand, we have one of the most complete and compact teams that are participating in these Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, Slovenia.
Slovenia debuted in these Olympics beating Argentina 118-100. In this game, NBA superstar Luka Doncic took possession of the ball and scored 48 points in 31 minutes played. Doncic had support from Klemen Prepelic who scored 22 points.
In their second match, they continued to show why they are one of the favorites to hang the gold medal in these Olympics and defeated the locals of Japan with another 116-81 beating. In this game, Doncic was once again charged with the team’s offense, but, in the company of Zoran Dragic.
Italy vs Nigeria Betting Pick: Slovenia
We come to the third and last day of men’s basketball at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, and we will have very interesting and exciting matches to close Groups A and B.
With many surprises in the groups, we have to define all positions in this third game, including the United States, who have always been and will be the favorite to win.
The games will be played between Friday, July 30, and Saturday, July 31, due to the time difference we have concerning Tokyo.
You can check the Olympics Games Tokyo 2020 bets, the analysis of each squad and the final bet, and its analysis of each match of the tournament.
Tokyo 2020 – Olympic Basketball Men’s Preliminary Rounds Betting Odds & Free Pick – Info
When: Friday, July 30 – Saturday, July 31
Where Can I Watch? NBC / 7 Plus / DirecTV Sports
Where Can Stream? NBCOlympics.com / NBC Sports App
Game: Iran vs. France – Friday, July 30 at 9:00 pm ET
Why Bet on Iran (+350)
Iran comes to this match 3 of the group stage of the Olympic Games intending to add its first victory and thus try to be one of the best third places to go to the quarterfinals of this Olympic event.
Iran is coming off two consecutive defeats in their first two games; the first was a very good match against the Czech Republic which they lost 84-78. In this game, the turning point was in the second quarter, when the Czech Republic was brilliant, scoring 21 points and leaving Iran with only 11.
In their second match, they faced nothing more and nothing less than the United States. Although most teams, when they play against the United States, try to beat them for at least 1 period, for Iran, it was impossible, so they were crushed with 120-66.
Why Bet on France (-320)
On the other hand, we have France, a team that, so far, is giving the most beautiful surprise in these men’s basketball of the Olympic Games, after defeating the United States super-team, in its first game with a result of 83-76. In this game, they relied on the Boston Celtics player in the NBA, Evan Fournier, who scored 28 points.
After passing this very tough test, France easily defeated the Czech Republic team with 97-77, once again having Fournier as the main star with 21 points scored.
Iran vs. France Betting Pick: France.
Game: Italy vs. Nigeria – Saturday, July 31 at 12:40 am ET
Why Bet on Italy (-277)
Italy enters this match 3 of the group stage with a foot and a half in the quarterfinals, thanks to their victory in the first match against Germany, with an outstanding result of 92-82. In this match, Italy showed that they are a team wholly based on cooperative play; their starting players shared the ball and took it upon themselves to lead Italy to victory.
In their second match, Italy was surprised by Australia, which is playing a flawless Olympics. This has been one of the best games we have seen so far in the Olympics; the difference was in the third period when Australia managed to get 4 points of difference, which in the end would give them the victory 86-83.
Why Bet on Nigeria (+216)
On the other hand, we have Nigeria. This team is very far from the one we saw in the preparation matches for these Olympic Games, which they even defeated, making a spectacular match against the United States.
Nigeria enters this third match with the obligation to win since they have a 0-2 record. In their first match, they were crushed by Australia with a score of 84-67. It seems that Nigeria’s big players either faded or were affected a bit by the pressure of the first match at an Olympics.
For the second game, it seemed that everything was under control for Nigeria, but Germany raised an excellent game and managed to take the victory with 99-92.
Italy vs. Nigeria Betting Pick: Italy
Game: Australia vs. Germany – Saturday, July 31 at 4:20 am ET
Why Bet on Australia (-476)
One of the teams that has the best approach and has the clearest objectives in these Olympic Games is, without a doubt, Australia. Australia began its journey in this Olympic event by defeating a packed NBA team, Nigeria, with 84-67. In this game, Patty Mills ran the team’s offense and scored 25 points.
In the second game, Australia showed that consistency in the style of play would make them go very far in these Olympic Games, where they defeated Italy in an excellent and close match that ended 86-83.
Why Bet on Germany (+353)
On the other hand, we have Germany, a team full of excellent players who make life in the best teams in Europe and the world, and they came with the firm conviction of being, at least, among the 8 best teams of the Olympics Games.
Germany started with a loss to Italy, 92-82. This match had 2 key moments in which Germany undoubtedly lost control of the match. Germany was utterly erratic in their offense in the second and last periods, so much so that between the two periods, they added only 24 points, while Italy added 45.
After this defeat, everything seemed to fall apart for the Germans, but they played a spectacular match against Nigeria and beat them 99-92.
Australia vs. Germany Betting Pick: Australia
Game: the USA vs. the Czech Republic – Saturday, July 31 at 8:00 am ET
Why Bet on the USA (-10000)
As we have said before, if we talk about soccer and Brazil, we see a favorite team for the title; we can say the same in basketball. If we talk about basketball, it is the same as we talk about the United States. For basketball lovers globally, the Olympic Games are the opportunity to see the best players in the world gathered in a single team, that is, an immediate satisfaction.
The United States collided with an armored truck in their first game of this competition, as they were defeated against France with a score of 83-76, in a game that, for many, is the best they have seen in many, many years. The low performance of Kevin Durant, the current so-called best player in the world, was key in this game. He only scored 10 points in 20 minutes on the field.
Then, the United States unleashed all its fury and the excellent game against Iran, a team that, as they say, paid for the US, in a game that ended by almost 60 points, 120-66.
Why Bet on the Czech Republic (+1529)
On the other hand, we have the Czech Republic, a team that depends exclusively on a victory against the giant USA. To be able to go to the quarterfinals of these Olympic Games is something that seems impossible, but everything will be defined on the field.
The Czech Republic started on the right foot by defeating Iran in the first game, 84-78. But, in their second game, against France, they were infinitely inferior, being defeated 97-77.
The Czech Republic must play a purely defensive game if it wants to have any opportunities against the USA.
The USA vs. Czech Republic Betting Pick: USA
One of the disciplines that are most important and that gives us many emotions in the Olympic Games is, without a doubt, men’s basketball. And, unlike football, basketball countries can bring their senior team and their best players.
The different teams have players who play in the NBA and the main leagues in Europe, Asia, and Africa. That is why this tournament is the most important at the national level in the world.
The men’s and women’s basketball games will be played at the Saitama Super Arena.
You can check the Olympics Games Tokyo 2020 bets, the analysis of each squad and the final bet, and its analysis of each match of the tournament.
Tokyo 2020 – Olympic Basketball Men’s Preliminary Rounds Betting Odds & Free Pick – Info
When: Monday, July 26
Where Can I Watch? NBC / 7 Plus / DirecTV Sports
Where Can Stream? NBCOlympics.com / NBC Sports App
Game: Argentina vs Slovenia – Monday, July 26 at 12:40 am ET
Why Bet on Argentina
Once again, we have the magnificent South American team of Argentina in the highest world basketball competition and to which all athletes, coaches, and even fans dream of being able to attend.
Argentina has been characterized as being, like football, a world power when it comes to basketball. They are currently led by a brood of players who are participating in the best basketball in the world, the NBA, such as Facundo Campazzo and Gabriel Deck, with Denver and Oklahoma, respectively, and their experienced captain with many years in the NBA, Luis Scola.
The Argentine team reaches these Olympic Games after qualifying the runner-up obtained in the last Basketball World Cup 2019, where they fell 95-75 in the final, against the Spanish team. In this tournament, Argentina managed to leave France on the road, which in turn managed to eliminate the NBA super team of the United States.
Why Bet on Slovenia
On the other hand, we have the Slovenian team that is being led by the NBA star and one of the best players in the world today, Luka Doncic.
Slovenia did not get a pass to these Olympic Games, until a few weeks ago, when it played the pre-Olympic played in Lithuania, in which they managed to beat the locals in an excellent final and, where Doncic took charge with the team, scoring 31 points, taking 11 rebounds and 13 assists.
Slovenia has a team of players who play in the best teams throughout the world, most of them play in the best European leagues, but they are supported 100% by the talent of their two NBA players, the previously named Luka Doncic, who belongs to Dallas Mavericks and Vlatko Čančar who is teammates with Facundo Campazzo in the Denver Nuggets.
Final Betting Analysis: Argentina vs Slovenia
All professional basketball players in the world have the dream of participating, sometime in their career, in the Olympic Games, this is mainly because in this competition they will face the best players in the world and, they will be able to measure themselves against the Dream Team that the United States has us used to wear.
Argentina has a very solid base of players, they have been working together for several years so that teamwork and the different strategies that coach Hernández may propose in the game, will understand and execute them perfectly.
Argentina is now blessed with Campazzo and Deck in NBA basketball, so the experience is even greater now.
While Slovenia is a somewhat younger team, they are very talented, but the lack of experience of some of their players could affect this first match of the Olympic Games.
Although Slovenia comes from being champions in the Eurobasket 2017, it is their first participation in the Olympic Games, and they will be in front of teams that have much more experience than they in this type of competition.
If Argentina brings out their defensive potential in this first game, we have no doubts that they will win this debut in Tokyo 2020.
Argentina vs Slovenia Betting Pick: Argentina.
Game: Japan vs Spain – Monday, July 26 at 8:00 am ET
Why Bet on Japan
The Japanese team comes to its 7th participation in the Olympic Games in all its modern history, currently, they are directed by the Argentine Julio Lamas, and it is, without a doubt, one of the best Asian teams in history.
Although Japan participates in these Olympic Games because it is the venue, they have had a very good preparation for these top-level matches. But, if we look at its history of participation in the Olympics, we can see that Japan’s last participation in the Olympic Games dates back to those held in Montreal in 1976.
The locals are expected to play a good role in these Olympics, despite being such a complicated group with teams such as Argentina, Spain, and Slovenia.
Why Bet on Spain
On the other hand, we have the Spanish team who are always favorites to be among the first places in all the international competitions in which they participate.
Spain has just qualified for these Olympic Games after winning the 2019 World Championship, defeating the Argentine team 95-75 in the final.
In its record, Spain has a showcase full of trophies and medals won in many competitions, some of the most important are 3 gold medals in Eurobasket, 2 World Cups, and the bronze medal obtained in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.
Although they have not yet defined the roster of the 12 players who will attend the Olympic Games, Spain has in mind players such as the Gasol brothers, Rudy Fernandez, Sergio Llull, Ricky Rubio, Victor Clavel, among others.
Final Betting Analysis: Japan vs Spain
The match between Japan and Spain will be important for both teams in their aspirations to be in the next phase of this competition.
Japan hopes to do a good job at home and try to stand up to teams that, on paper and inexperience, are far superior to them.
While Spain will try to get a victory with a very good result, to have some peace of mind when facing powerful teams like Argentina and Slovenia.
Without a doubt, Spain is the favorite in this Group C, so our winner in this match is Spain.
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