Serbia vs Australia: Where to watch 2024 Paris Olympic Women's Basketball Quarterfinals? (August 7)

Modified Aug 06, 2024 16:30 GMT

Serbia will face Australia on Wednesday to tip-off the quarterfinal round of the women's basketball event at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Unlike the group stage games, the matchup will be an elimination game, with the winner advancing to the semifinals of the tournament.

Where to watch Serbia vs Australia 2024 Paris Olympic Women's Basketball Quarterfinals?

The game is scheduled to tip-off at 5 a.m. ET on Wednesday at Bercy Arena in Paris, France. It will not be aired live on TV in the U.S. but is available to be livestreamed on Peacock, the NBCOlympics website and FuboTV.

Meanwhile, fans tuning in from Australia can catch the contest live on Network Nine TV channels. They can also stream it live on 9Now and Stan.

Serbia vs Australia: Preview, Betting Odds and Prediction

Both teams placed second in their respective groups in the group stage with a 2-1 record. Serbia and Australia previously faced each other at the FIBA Women's Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Brazil in February, which concluded with the Opals clinching a 75-73 win.

Serbia started its Olympic campaign with a 58-55 win against Puerto Rico in the Group A clash, defeated China 81-59 in its second game and is coming off a 70-62 loss against Spain on Saturday.

Meanwhile, the Australian team fell 75-62 against Nigeria in its Olympic opener and got back on track by defeating Canada 70-65 in its second Group B clash. The Aussies secured their spot in the quarterfinals by defeating France 79-72 on Sunday.

The Serbian team will likely deploy a starting lineup of Sasa Cadjo (G), Yvonne Anderson (G), Ivana Raca (F), Jovana Nogic (F) and Tina Krajisnik (C) for the upcoming game.

On the other hand, the Australian team is anticipated to use a starting lineup of Jade Melbourne (G), Sami Whitcomb (G), Steph Talbot (F), Alanna Smith (F) and Ezi Magbegor (C).

Betting Odds and Prediction

Moneyline: Serbia (+280) vs. Australia (-350)

Spread: Serbia (+7.5) vs. Australia (-7.5)

Total (O/U): 139.5

Note: The odds could change close to the game.

The upcoming matchup between Serbia and Australia is anticipated to be a thriller as both teams are evenly matched. However, the Opals have a slight edge, boasting a few players on their roster who are experienced in playing high-pressure games. Team Australia is expected to edge the contest on Wednesday and qualify for the semifinals.