Brisbane Bullets vs Illawarra Hawks, National Basketball League (AUS), Today Match Prediction
Brisbane Bullets
Illawarra Hawks
Will Illawarra Hawks make a winning statement?
- Illawarra Hawks has a 56.8% win rate against the Brisbane Bullets.
- Brisbane Bullets average 91.3 points at home, while playing against the Illawarra Hawks.
- In the last five matches, Illawarra Hawks has won two and lost three matches.
Illawarra Hawks to win and cover the spread (12.5).
| Tournament: | National Basketball League (AUS) |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Brisbane Entertainment Centre |
| Tip Off: | 14:00:00 |
Brisbane Bullets vs Illawarra Hawks Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 5.40 | 1.14 |
Brisbane Bullets vs Illawarra Hawks Match Prediction & Analysis
The Brisbane Bullets host the Illawarra Hawks on 26 January 2026 in a clash of contrasting momentum. Illawarra enter confident after a 101-91 win over Tasmania, while Brisbane look to snap a long losing streak. The Hawks depth and interior strength give them the edge, but home court offers the Bullets a chance to respond.
Illawarra Hawks is currently 8th in the NBL standings with a 9-16 record, while Brisbane Bullets is 10th in the standings with a 6-21 record.
In the last five head-to-head matchups, Illawarra Hawks has managed to win all five matches against the Brisbane Bullets and is currently riding six game winning streaks against Brisbane.
Brisbane Bullets vs Illawarra Hawks Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacob Holt | 8.8 | 4.9 | 0.6 | 0.4/0.6 |
| JaVale McGee | 20.2 | 9.8 | 1.9 | 1.0/2.0 |
Teams Preview
Brisbane Bullets Preview
The Brisbane Bullets endured another difficult outing, falling 98-66 to Melbourne United in a one-sided contest that exposed their ongoing challenges on both ends of the floor.
Jacob Holt provided a lone positive, leading the Bullets with 23 points on highly efficient shooting, but the lack of secondary scoring proved costly.
Offensively, Brisbane just shot 36.8% from the field, while struggling with 28.6% from the perimeter and 42.1% from the free throw line. Defensively, they got outrebounded 49-34 and were unable to contain Melbourne’s transition attack, conceding easy baskets.
The loss reinforced Brisbane’s tough season trajectory as they continue searching for stability and consistency moving forward. Overall, the team has been averaging 85.5 points per game, while dishing out 15.5 assists. Defensively, they record 38.5 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 95.5 points per game.
Illawarra Hawks Preview
The Illawarra Hawks delivered a strong offensive showing to secure a 101-91 victory over the Tasmania JackJumpers in Round 18 of the NBL, powered by efficient scoring and balanced contributions, which put an end to their three game losing streak.
JaVale McGee led the Hawks with 23 points and 8 rebounds, while Quentin Peterson added 19 points and Sam Froling contributed 16 points, giving Illawarra firepower in the paint and on the boards
Offensively, Illawarra shot 56.8% from the field, supported by their efficient ball movement (27 assists), which helped build a lead they would hold down the stretch. Defensively, they managed to control the boards 43-40 and made key defensive stops when needed the most.
Overall, the team has been averaging 91.5 points per game, while dishing out 16.5 assists per game. Defensively, they record 39.5 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 98 points per game.
Brisbane Bullets vs Illawarra Hawks Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Alex Ducas |
| SG | Dakota Mathias |
| SF | Terry Taylor |
| PF | Jacob Holt |
| C | Callum Dalton |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Quentin Peterson |
| SG | Tyler Harvey |
| SF | Mason Peatling |
| PF | Jonah Bolden |
| C | JaVale McGee |
BRISBANE BULLETS vs ILLAWARRA HAWKS
Winning PredictionThe Hawks enter with better form, stronger interior presence, and more consistent scoring balance. Brisbane’s offensive struggles and defensive lapses remain major concerns. Unless the Bullets deliver an unusually efficient shooting night at home, Illawarra’s depth and control of tempo should see them pull away in the second half. We are backing the Illawarra Hawks to win this matchup.
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