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Predictions
22:20, 03.02.2025

The match between Team Falcons and Nigma Galaxy will take place on February 4th at 11:00 EET as part of group B in the BLAST Slam II tournament. The match format is Bo1. We have analyzed the current form of the teams and are ready to share our prediction.
Current Team Form
Team Falcons
Falcons demonstrated confident play against strong opponents at the FISSURE PLAYGROUND #1. They defeated Team Liquid, BetBoom Team, and PARIVISION. However, they lost twice to Tundra Esports, with the last defeat occurring in the tournament final. Despite the losses, Falcons look stable and can put up a fight in any match.
Nigma Galaxy
Nigma passed the closed qualifiers for ESL One Raleigh, defeating Wolf Warriors, BadRexon, and Winter Bear. However, they lost their first match to Chimera Esports but then took revenge in the qualifier final. Overall, the team plays confidently against less renowned opponents, but this year they haven't been tested against top teams.
Most Frequent Picks
Team Falcons
Team Falcons often choose heroes like Pangolier and Enchantress, which allow them to control the map and put pressure early in the game. Lifestealer and Phoenix frequently appear to add survivability and mobility.
Hero | Picks | Winrate |
Pangolier | 12 | 58.33% |
Enchantress | 7 | 85.71% |
Bounty Hunter | 6 | 83.33% |
Phoenix | 6 | 66.67% |
Lifestealer | 5 | 80.00% |
Nigma Galaxy
Nigma Galaxy frequently picks heroes like Bristleback and Magnus to dominate lanes and team fights. Ember Spirit and Lion add flexibility and control in battle.
Hero | Picks | Winrate |
Bristleback | 12 | 83.33% |
Magnus | 8 | 75.00% |
Ember Spirit | 6 | 100.00% |
Lion | 6 | 83.33% |
Templar Assassin | 6 | 66.67% |
Most Frequent Bans
Team Falcons
Falcons try to exclude heroes with high early-game potential like Dragon Knight and Monkey King and avoid strong initiators like Nyx Assassin and Magnus.
Hero | Bans |
Dragon Knight | 13 |
Monkey King | 13 |
Nyx Assassin | 11 |
Magnus | 8 |
Alchemist | 8 |
Nigma Galaxy
Nigma Galaxy often bans heroes with global pressure like Chen and Enigma, as well as excludes strong characters like Monkey King and Doom to prevent late-game domination.
Hero | Bans |
Chen | 26 |
Enigma | 16 |
Monkey King | 14 |
Doom | 10 |
Lich | 9 |
Match Prediction
Falcons seem to be the favorites – their lineup with experienced players and recent victories against top teams inspires confidence. Nigma has not yet shown stability at the highest level. However, the Bo1 format leaves room for surprises.
PREDICTION: Victory for Team Falcons
Blast SLAM ll takes place from February 2nd to February 9th in Copenhagen, Denmark. Teams are competing for a prize pool of $1,000,000. The tournament schedule and results can be tracked via this link.
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