Dallas Mavericks two-way wing Tyler Dorsey only had five points in Greece’s win over Great Britain on Monday, and he will look to bounce back as they take on Ukraine on the second night of a back-to-back. Dorsey is still in the top ten in scoring in EuroBasket, and he will continue to be a key floor spacer for Giannis Antetokounmpo throughout the tournament.
Ukraine is also 3-0, and the winner of Tuesday’s game figures to top Group C. The Greeks are in for a battle as Ukraine has won two of their three games in blowout fashion.
It will be a cannot miss contest on Sept. 6, and here is a look at the odds, how to watch, and more as Greece faces Ukraine in Italy.
Tyler Dorsey and Greece vs. Ukraine in EuroBasket 2022: How to watch
Start time: 9:50 a.m. CT or 10:50 a.m. ET
How to watch online: ESPN-plus (live), Courtside 1891 (on-demand replays in the USA only)
Tyler Dorsey and Greece vs. Ukraine in EuroBasket 2022: Injury report
Giannis Antetokounmpo missed Monday’s game versus Great Britain with discomfort in his knee, but Greece head coach Dimitris Itoudis was confident that the Greek Freak would be ready to face Ukraine. He also noted that Kostas Antetokounmpo is close to returning after missing the first three games with an injury. Giannis should be considered probable with Kostas checking in at questionable for Tuesday’s game.
It is the second night of a back-to-back, and the fourth game in five nights for both teams, so do not be surprised to see players get rested.
Tyler Dorsey and Greece vs. Ukraine in EuroBasket 2022: Odds, spread, over/under
According to WynnBet, Greece enters as a minus-1,750 favorite on the moneyline. The over/under and spread were not available at the time of this writing, but check back to WynnBet closer to tipoff for the bets fans desire.
Tyler Dorsey and Greece vs. Ukraine in EuroBasket 2022 predictions
Giannis Antetokounmpo returns for Greece, and the Ukrainians have no answer for him. Expect the Greek Freak to go for a 30-point double-double as Greece earns a hard-fought victory. Tyler Dorsey chips in 15, including three 3-pointers to help his country grab the win.
Greece wraps up group play with Estonia, who is winless so far. After four games in five days, the Greeks could rest Dorsey in the final contest as they head into the knockout stage. It is something to watch closely, but the focus should be on Tuesday’s game for first place in the group. Expect a fun and exciting contest that fans won’t want to miss.