Preview
Al Arabi head into this edition of the West Asia Super League with a significantly weakened roster, as they will be without two of their foreign players Sindou Diallo and Donte McGill.
Their campaign could hardly have started worse, with Al Arabi suffering a heavy 96-72 defeat against AlUla in the opening round. The performance exposed several weaknesses and the absence of key foreign players further reduces their options.
Facing the reigning Iranian champions, Al Arabi will now have to overcome a considerable gap in experience, depth and available quality.