Ub vs. Phoenix Prediction on August 2, 2025

Match info

The 2025 tour stop marks the return of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour to North America, hosted in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, from August 2 to 3, at the Ice Palace skating rink, converted into “Hoop City”—an urban, crowd-facing half-court outdoor setup suited for 3x3 basketball events. The Edmonton 2025 tournament is part of the 14th edition of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour, the premier international tour for men’s 3x3 basketball teams representing cities. The quest for a fourth straight title of the top seed, Ub (Serbia), starts off with a task against Phoenix (USA) in Pool A: Saturday, August 2, 2025, at approximately 12:50 p.m. local time (Mountain Daylight Time).

Meeting statistics

Current form & playstyle: Ub

• Form: Ub enters Edmonton 2025 as the top seed of the tournament, having won 3 straight season titles, including the Hong Kong Masters recently, despite missing star Dejan Majstorović due to injury in the quarter-finals. Ub has played approximately 17 games, with 13 wins, featuring members Nemanja Barać, Marko Branković, Majstorović, Strahinja Stojačić, and Nenad Nerandžić.
• Style: Serbia-built Ub is experienced, tactical, and physical. Majstorović brings leadership, mid-range scoring, and situational IQ. They play with clear structure, disciplined defense, and efficient pick-and-roll mid-court movement.

Current form & playstyle: Phoenix

• Form: They are lower seeded in Pool A; they competed at the Xi’an Challenger 2025 in May and placed 16th, struggling for points. Phoenix roster includes young, guard-heavy squad: Finley Bizjack, Jacob Harvey, Boden Kapke, Max Murrell, and Caden Pierce.
• Style: They are athletic and fast-paced. They run open-court offensive sets, pushing tempo on transition, aiming to outrun opponents. Phoenix’s shooting depth is unknown; they rely on quick cuts and athleticism but may lack the tactical discipline of seasoned European squads.

Match analytics

Ub is the clear favorite, riding a winning streak and built for title defense. Phoenix is an underdog and is seen as developmental—expect lower odds on them. Betting on Ub to win carries minimal risk, backed by form and pedigree. What you might consider is handicap: -1 or -2 points for value, if available. For now, the match markets aren’t available, but look up Betsson in the coming days. This bookie, which is a reputable online betting website, is known for having 3x3 basketball markets.