Aug 2, 2024; Villeneuve-d’Ascq, France; Germany forward Moritz Wagner (13) celebrates after a dunk against France in the second half in a men’s group B basketball game during the Paris 2024 Olympic Summer Games at Stade Pierre-Mauroy. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
- Giannis Antetokounmpo leads Greece against Dennis Schroder and Germany in the quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics
- Germany ran through Group B undefeated while Greece qualified with a 1-2 record in Group A
- See the Greece vs Germany odds, predictions, and picks for Tuesday, August 6
An intriguing quarterfinal matchup between Greece (1-2, -8 point differential) and Germany (3-0, +47 point differential) kicks off the knockout round of the men’s basketball tournament at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Tuesday at 5:00 am ET.
Greece, the last team to qualify for the Olympics, eked into the knockout round as one of the best third-place finishers in the round-robin stage. Germany, meanwhile, dominated Group B, posting a trio of double-digit victories over Japan, Brazil, and France.
While Greece will have the best player on the floor in the form of Giannis Antetokounmpo, it’s the considerably deeper Germans who are sizable favorites in Tuesday’s Greece vs Germany odds.
Greece vs Germany Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greece | +7.5 (-105) | +250 | O 161.5 (-108) |
| Germany | -7.5 (-115) | -310 | U 161.5 (-112) |
Germany is currently a 7.5-point favorite and -310 on the moneyline to win straight-up. Greece comes back a sa +250 underdog to advance to the semifinals.
The game total is sitting at 161.5. Germany’s first three games averaged 163 PPG while Greece’s averaged just 158.
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Schroder, Wagner Brothers Keep Germany Perfect
For Germany, the round-robin was a Dennis Schroder showcase. The 30-year-old, who’s already bounced around to seven different teams during his 11-season NBA tenure, has played arguably the best basketball of his life during the 2024 Olympics. Schroder is averaging 19.7 PPG on 54.8% shooting from the field (23 of 42) while also dishing out 9.0 assists per game.
Schroder and Franz Wagner tied with a game-high 26 points apiece in Germany’s 85-71 rout of host France in their final game of group play, which cemented their position as the top team in Group B and kept them on the opposite side of the bracket as Team USA (which enters the quarterfinals as a -600 favorite to win gold).
After losing their first two games of group play to Canada (Greece gutted out a (86-79) and Spain (84-77), Greece gutted out a 77-71 victory over favored Australia to keep their Olympic dream alive.
Giannis, as expected, has been the heart and soul of the team. He had 34 points in a losing effort against Canada and added another 27 in the loss to Spain before a solid 20-point, seven-round. six-assist performance in the low-scoring win over Australia.
GRE vs GER Player Props
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Three-Pointers Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andreas Obst | 6.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | OFF | OFF | 1.5 (Ov -160 | Un +125) |
| Daniel Theis | 9.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 6.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 1.5 (Ov +130 | Un-166) | OFF |
| Dennis Schroder | 18.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | 2.5 (Ov -145 | Un +114) | 7.5 (Ov -135 | Un +105) | 2.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) |
| Franz Wagner | 20.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 5.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 2.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 1.5 (Ov -190 | Un +150) |
| Georgios Pagagiannis | 4.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 4.5 (Ov -140 | Un +110) | OFF | OFF |
| Giannis Antetokounmpo | 28.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 8.5 (Ov -140 | Un +110) | 3.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | OFF |
| Isaac Bonga | 7.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 3.5 (Ov +124 | Un -150) | OFF | OFF |
| Johannes Voigtmann | 4.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 5.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | OFF | 0.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) |
| Konstantinos Mitoglou | 7.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 5.5 (Ov +110 | Un -140) | OFF | OFF |
| Kostas Papanikolaou | 8.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 4.5 (Ov +114| Un -145) | 2.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 1.5 (Ov -145 | Un +114) |
| Mo Wagner | 8.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 5.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 2.5 (Ov +124 | Un -160) | OFF |
| Nick Calathes | 8.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 3.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 7.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 1.5 (Ov +130 | Un -165) |
| Thomas Walkup | 8.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | 2.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 3.5 (Ov -175 | Un +135) | 1.5 (Ov +110 | Un -140) |
| Vasilis Toliopoulos | 9.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | OFF | OFF | 1.5 (Ov -150 | Un +120) |
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To no one’s surprise, Giannis leads the player props at 28.5 points. Franz Wagner has the highest total among Germany players at 20.5 followed closely by Schroder at 18.5. Schroder is also tied for the highest assist total at 7.5 alongside Greek point guard Nick Calathes.
Greece vs Germany Prediction
This line opened at 6.5 and has been steadily climbing. Germany has been undeniably impressive in this tournament so far, but Greece kept both of its losses within seven points. In a 40-minute game against Giannis, it’s difficult to create too big of a gap.
I don’t expect Greece to pull off an upset here; the Germans are far too deep with NBA talent. But I will be very surprised if the feisty, slow-tempo Greeks let the score get out of hand.
Greece vs Germany picks:
- Alt. spread: Germany -4.5 (-188)
- Giannis under 28.5 points (-130)
- Under 161.5 (-112)
Sascha Paruk’s Olympics betting record: 4-1 (+2.66 units). All wagers 1 unit unless expressly stated otherwise.
Sascha has been working in the sports-betting industry since 2014, and quickly paired his strong writing skills with a burgeoning knowledge of probability and statistics. He holds an undergraduate degree in linguistics and a Juris Doctor from the University of British Columbia.
The Olympic Men’s Basketball Quarterfinals are set to be an exciting matchup between Greece and Germany. Both teams have shown strong performances in the preliminary rounds, but only one will advance to the semifinals. Let’s take a closer look at the odds, predictions, and player props for this highly anticipated game.
Odds:
According to sportsbooks, Greece is currently favored to win over Germany in the quarterfinals. The odds are constantly changing as more information becomes available, but as of now, Greece has a slight edge over Germany. However, in basketball, anything can happen, so it’s important to keep an eye on the odds leading up to the game.
Predictions:
Based on their performances in the preliminary rounds, Greece seems to have the upper hand in this matchup. Led by NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, Greece has shown strong offensive capabilities and solid defense. On the other hand, Germany has also been impressive with players like Dennis Schroder leading the charge. However, Greece’s depth and experience may give them the edge in this game.
Player Props:
When it comes to player props, there are a few key players to keep an eye on in this matchup. Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to have a big game for Greece, as he has been dominant throughout the tournament. Look for him to put up big numbers in points, rebounds, and assists. On the German side, Dennis Schroder will likely be a key player to watch. He has the ability to take over a game and could be a difference-maker for Germany.
In conclusion, the Greece vs Germany matchup in the Olympic Men’s Basketball Quarterfinals is shaping up to be an exciting game. While Greece is favored to win, Germany has shown that they are a strong team capable of pulling off an upset. Keep an eye on the odds, predictions, and player props leading up to the game for a better understanding of how this matchup may play out.
