REF’s picks

Uniao Sportiva should leverage their home court advantage in the Azores to establish a steady rhythm against CP Esgueira. Covering the small 3.5-point spread relies on their defensive pressure limiting Esgueira's perimeter scoring in the final periods.

1. 1Playing at home in the Azores gives Uniao Sportiva a notable travel advantage and crowd backing.
2. 2Esgueira's offensive execution can occasionally stall on the road under heavy defensive pressure.
3. 3Uniao Sportiva's rotation depth might falter if foul trouble accumulates early against fast guards.

REF's own opinion, not a guarantee — nothing here is financial or betting advice, and the call is always yours.