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Despite the quality that Olympiacos have and the home court advantage, Ethnikos have the momentum ahead of the final game of the series. First of all, they have more energy after handling the semi-finals in three games and had a 15-day break before the final, unlike Olympiacos who secured the finals after 5 matches and had only a couple of days to prepare. Secondly, Olympiacos have a problem with both setters, as their starting setter Kournetas has a constant injury problem while his replacement Maroulis is struggling with his meniscus. The situation among Ethnikos team is more ore less ideal in terms of players as they have two players - Raić and Mijailović - who are among the top 5 scorers in the league (2nd and 4th, respectively). When it comes to reception, Olympiacos's libero Stefanou is the most efficient player in the league, but two Ethnikos's players are right behind him - receiver Mijailović and libero Daridis. The situation is equal in terms block, the starting central blockers are experienced players on both ends. The first match is a huge chance for Ethnikos, the offered set handicap for Ethnikos and the over on total number of points are two good options, but the final choice is the handicap on the away teams, because of good odds and conditions for them to get a good start in the series.