The beginning of the season brought multiple problems to Virtus whose results clearly demonstrated their difficulties. During the current season the team yet to display any signs of last year's Virtus Virtu which proved successful at the beginning of the campaign.
After losing their playoff hopes the team currently has eight victories but twenty-four defeats which positions them as the second poorest team in EuroLeague competitions. Their recent two wins in dominant fashion have given Virtus strong motivation to frustratingly challenge their main Italian opponent.
The extended injury absence of Will Clyburn has ended and now he brings potential motivation to face off against Nikola Mirotic. Tornike Shengelia has proven himself as the team leader by shouldering Virtus' entire weight of responsibility.
The team demonstrated good progress during the period following Luca Banchi's departure to Anadolu Efes then new coach Dusko Ivanovic took command but eventually returned to their original ways of play. As reports indicate potential Real Madrid signing for Isaia Cordinier, he will deliver peak performances when the season ends.
Milano will face another season without reaching playoff qualification after the conclusion of the season. The return of Josh Nebo became necessary for Virtus Bologna but their projected starting center remained unable to play because of injury issues.
The top big man of EuroLeague last season played just eight matches this year before doctors pronounced him out for the season. The team maintains an equal 16-16 record with Partizan in the standings and fights for a spot in the play-in position yet remains behind the top ten competitors.
Without a question, Zach LeDay, Shavon Shields, and Nikola Mirotic make up the foundation of this squad. LeDay is perhaps having his greatest season ever, whereas Mirotic has struggled with injuries the most out of all of them. Milano's performance has improved on both ends of the court thanks in large part to Nico Mannion.
Over the season, the club has had far too many ups and downs. Nevertheless, they continue to be a formidable team that no adversary can afford to undervalue since they are a threat from every side. Since Milano is a team that depends largely on three-point shooting efficiency, it might be the key to this game. Once again, perimeter precision will be the deciding factor.
