Valencia Basket vs Joventut Badalona 12 June 2026 Prediction

The first game of the Valencia vs Joventut series was one of the most competitive matchups of the Spanish league playoffs. The teams needed overtime to decide the winner, with Valencia eventually edging out Joventut 118-117. Should we expect another high-scoring game in the second meeting?

Valencia

After Real Madrid’s elimination, Valencia became the main title contender. The opening game of the series against Joventut showed the team’s level: Valencia proved it can still win even when the opponent has an excellent shooting night. In the fourth quarter of Game 1, Valencia trailed by eight points, but managed to come back and finish the job in overtime. Even Joventut’s 48.7% shooting from three-point range (18/37) was not enough.

Joventut

Joventut made almost everything from long range in the first game. Three players from the Badalona side scored 19+ points, but even that was not enough to win. It was already clear during the series against Baskonia that Joventut’s shooters entered the playoffs in strong form. However, while that offensive output was enough against Baskonia, beating Valencia requires more.

Head-to-Head Stats

Including the Copa del Rey, the teams have already played four head-to-head games this season. Valencia won three of them.

Valencia vs Joventut Prediction: Valencia Handicap -6.5

• Main prediction: Joventut played above expectations in the first game but still could not win. It is difficult to trust the Badalona shooters to produce another near-perfect offensive performance in back-to-back games. Valencia looked composed, handled pressure well, and found a way to win a very difficult matchup. That result should give Martinez’s team confidence. The second game is likely to be less close than the first one. Our pick is for Valencia to double its lead in the series: Valencia handicap (-6.5).
• Total prediction: There is a strong case for another high-scoring game in this series. Valencia has shown throughout the season that it will not move away from its offensive style even in the most important games. Joventut was willing to match Valencia’s pace in Game 1, and that approach nearly worked. Both teams have strong offensive potential, so the value is on over 178.5 total points.