Madagascar vs Congo DR, FIBA Basketball World Cup, 2027 African Qualifiers, Today Match Prediction

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Madagascar

Madagascar struggled to keep pace with a red hot Cote d’Ivoire side, falling 99-74 in their FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers clash. Madagascar stayed competitive early and trailed by just 10 points at halftime (47-37), but the game slipped away in the third quarter as Cote d’Ivoire exploded for a 28-12 period to seize complete control.

Sitraka Raharimanantoanina led Madagascar with a game high 20 points, supported by Monja Romain Faralahy (14 points), Mathias M’Madi (12 points) and Austin Rasolonjatovo (10 points).

Offensively, Madagascar just shot 38% from the field compared to Cote d’Ivoire’s 49%, while also being outmatched inside. Defensively, they were no match as Madagascar got outrebounded 53-30 on the boards and committed 15 turnovers. 

Moving forward, they will need a more complete four quarter performance as they look to bounce back in their remaining World Cup qualifying games. Overall, the team averages 73 points per game, while dishing out 18.3 assists. Defensively, they record 37.3 rebounds, 4.7 steals and 3.7 blocks per game.

Congo DR

DR Congo endured a difficult outing against Senegal, falling 75-56 in their FIBA Basketball World Cup 2027 African Qualifiers clash.

Johnathan Jordan led the scoring with 13 points, while Garmine Kande added 12 points. They were the only two players from the team who managed double figure scoring. 

Offensively, Congo just shot 33% from the field, including a poor 10% from the three point line, highlighted by their inefficient ball movement (15 assists). Defensively, they got outrebounded 54-43 on the boards, giving away multiple second chance points and committed 19 turnovers down the stretch.

Despite the loss, DR Congo showed improved fight after halftime, but they’ll need a stronger start, better ball movement, and greater offensive efficiency if they hope to bounce back in the remaining World Cup qualifying games.

Overall, the team averages 67.3 points per game, while dishing out 15.3 assists. Defensively, they record 41.3 rebounds, 7.3 steals and 2.7 blocks. 

Madagascar vs Congo DR Starting Lineups

Madagascar vs Congo DR Match Prediction & Analysis

Madagascar and DR Congo face a must win showdown on 2nd July after difficult losses in their previous qualifiers. Madagascar will lean on Sitraka Raharimanantoanina’s scoring, while DR Congo will rely on its size and defensive presence. 

With DR Congo holding a 3-0 head-to-head advantage, the contest could be decided by rebounding, defensive discipline, and offensive efficiency.

Congo DR is currently 3rd in Group B of the FIBA Basketball World Cup African Qualifiers with 1-2 record, while Madagascar is 4th with a 0-3 record.

In their last three head-to-head matchups, Congo DR has won all three matches against Madagascar.

Madagascar vs Congo DR Player Stats

MADAGASCAR vs CONGO DR
Winning Prediction

DR Congo enters as the slight favorite thanks to its superior size, rebounding, and physical defense. Madagascar has the scoring ability to stay within striking distance, especially if Sitraka Raharimanantoanina delivers another big performance, but DR Congo’s interior presence and head-to-head success should prove decisive in a competitive contest. We are backing DR Congo to win this matchup.

DR Congo to win.

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