Olympiacos travelled to Istanbul to fave Efes and for a period they looked extremely competitive and they seemed ready to claim a big road win. But it was just for a quarter. Efes got into the game, start pressing the Reds and they did suffocate from that defensive effort.  In the end, the lost 76-53.  For them, Giannoulis Larentzakis scored 10 points and dished 8 assists, and pretty much he was the only one to fight. 

Hassan Martin learned last Saturday that his knee injury will leave him one month out. Olympiacos signed Kostas Koufos until the end of the season. The former NBAer and former CSKA player might be on the plans of George Bartzokas for tonight's game, but it is unlikely if he can help.  But what the Reds will need more tonight will be strength on the defense and self-confidence on the offense top overcome CSKA.  

CSKA returns to Euroleague mode after three weeks. In that period they see two new members on their roster, they also happy to see Will Clyburn return and tonight they are ready to return in winning mode also. As their last trip to Valencia wasn't a successful one. They lost 105-103 after a double-overtime and a very exciting game.

Tonight probably more than ever in this season, CSKA must see how they can cover the problems in the front line. Nicola Milutinov is out for the rest of the season, Toko Shengelia also sidelined for tonight and so Johannes Voigtmann and Michael Eric should be the ones to protect the glass for the Russians. As for the offense. Well, no question about it. Mike James will be there.

The overall record in Euroleague since 2000, is Olympiacos v CSKA Moscow 10-20. 

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

• FullTime Result : 2.65 (Olympiacos) - 1.54 (CSKA Moscow)
• Over/Under 159 points : 1.90 (Over) - 1.90 (Under)
• Race to 20 points: 2.10 (Olympiacos) - 1.66 (CSKA Moscow)

*bet365 odds are correct at time of publishing (25/02, 15:00 CET) and are subject to change | 18+, T&Cs Apply, BeGambleAware.org

An exciting battle between two very charismatic small forwards is expected today at Pireus. For the hosts, Shaquille McKissic is a talented player based mostly on his ability to run in the transition and use his force in the paint. He offers 10.7 points per game to Olympiacos, plus 2.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists. On the other side, we have Will Clyburn. The American is still seeking a key-role at CSKA. Until he got it, he contributes with 14.1 points and 3.6 rebounds per game to CSKA's game.