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Crvena Zvezda vs Zalgiris Tips & Live Stream - Zvezda face Zalgiris test amid injuries and new leadership

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Last updated: Tue 14 Oct 2025 08:14

Crvena Zvezda hosts unbeaten Zalgiris in EuroLeague Round 4. A coaching change has invigorated Zvezda after a slow start, despite injuries sidelining key players. Stars like Chima Moneke and Donatas Motiejunas show potential, but consistency remains elusive. Zalgiris, led by coach Tomas Masiulis, boasts a perfect record with strategic signings boosting both offense and defense. The game is pivotal, balancing Zvezda's home advantage against Zalgiris' recent successes, having won their last five clashes against Zvezda. If Zvezda keeps key players fit, they might edge a close victory.

Nemanja Dojcinovic 14 Oct 2025
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Crvena Zvezda hosts Zalgiris in Round 4 of the EuroLeague regular season. 

Both teams enter this game with very different momentum, but plenty to prove as the standings begin to take shape.

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Crvena Zvezda Form & Team News


After a shaky start to the season, Crvena Zvezda responded with a huge road win over Fenerbahce. The club parted ways with Ioannis Sfairopoulos and brought back Sasa Obradovic, who now begins his second stint on the bench.

Chima Moneke had a breakout performance in Istanbul with 20 points and 12 rebounds, showing why he was brought in as a key signing. Donatas Motiejunas also made a solid debut with 13 points and six boards, and his familiarity with Obradović from their time in Monaco should help his integration.

The injury list, however, is a serious concern. Tyson Carter has been hospitalized with respiratory issues, and several other key players - Devonte’ Graham, Joel Bolomboy, Isaiah Canaan, Uros Plavsic, and Jasiel Rivero - remain sidelined. Ognjen Dobric is also listed as doubtful.

Another key storyline is the ongoing effort to get more out of Semi Ojeleye, who hasn’t yet delivered on the expectations that came with his summer arrival. Yago dos Santos returned to the lineup and looked promising, but overall, Zvezda is still searching for rhythm and consistency.

Zalgiris Form & Team News


Zalgiris is the only team still unbeaten after three rounds of EuroLeague action, which is especially impressive considering they faced Fenerbahce, Monaco, and Bayern Munich. Under coach Tomas Masiulis, they’ve looked organized, disciplined, and confident.

The club’s offseason strategy has paid off, they retained their defensive identity while upgrading offensively. New signings like Nigel Williams-Goss, Maodo Lo, Moses Wright, Azuolas Tubelis, and Dustin Sleva have all contributed on both ends of the floor.

Sylvain Francisco has emerged as a true floor general, leading the team in Munich with 19 points and 7 assists. His playmaking and poise have been vital to Zalgiris' strong start.

Only one player, Dovydas Giedraitis, is currently unavailable due to injury. With five straight wins over Crvena Zvezda in recent matchups and excellent form, Zalgiris enters this game with quiet confidence and a well-balanced roster.

Head to Head


Zalgiris holds a dominant recent record against Crvena Zvezda, having won each of their last five EuroLeague matchups, including both games last season, with strong defensive performances and better execution in crunch time.

Verdict

Despite Zalgiris' perfect start, this feels like a tough spot for them - Crvena Zvezda is energized by the coaching change, playing at home, and desperate to bounce back in the standings. 

If their key players stay healthy through tip-off, Zvezda should edge out a close, physical game.



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