Monaco lost at Vilnius 80-75 one week ago. Norris Cole and JJ O'Brien scored 44 points out 75 of their team, but that was not enough for the French side to earn a vast away victory. Tonight they need to win this game; otherwise, it will be almost impossible to qualify for the next round.

Sasa Obradovic also thinks about the difference of five points, because it might be proved crucial at the end of the group. Defense is the most strong element of Monaco, and they will play really tough.

In the French League, they suffered their first loss after 12 victories in a row. That happens at Levallois' home 80-71. It was more than evident that Monaco had in its mind the tonight game.

Sold-out at Louis II, and it is expected to be a great atmosphere. However, Monaco have lost the only home game in TOP-16 by Galatasaray 73-85.

Rytas lost the first game of TOP-16 86-91 by Unics at home. Our first thought was that that the Lithuanians cannot make it to this level and will be an easy opponent for the other teams. However, Rytas reacted powerfully, and they made two wins in a row.

First, they beat Galatasaray 89-73 in Turkey, with an incredible performance, both in offense and defense. Last week, they won Monako 80-75, and if they do it again tonight, they will be a great favorite for the quarter-finals.

In the Lithuanian league, Rytas has a 13-7 record. They think more about Eurocup, while in Lithuania, it is almost impossible to beat Zalgiris in the title race.

Adomaitis is a good coach, and he will try until the end to make a miracle in Eurocup, going as far as possible in the competition.

The two teams have faced each other three times. The record is 2-1 for Rytas

The previous week, in the first round Rytas beat Monaco 80-75 at Vilnius.

Let's take a look at main and special odds markets offered at bet365 website :

• FullTime Result : 1.29(Monaco) - 3.70(Rytas)
• Over/Under 156.5 points : 1.90 (Over) - 1.90 (Under)
• Race to 20 points: 1.50(Monaco) - 2.50(Rytas)

*bet365 odds as offered at  29/01, 15:00CET (subject to change without prior notice) | 18+, T&Cs Apply, BeGambleAware.org

Norris Cole for Monaco is an excellent combo guard. He can score a lot, but also passes in a significant way. The only disadvantage of his is his height (188 cm).

Tu Holloway is five cm shorter than Cole. He is a player with the same characteristics, and their battle will be crucial for the final winner.