Brisbane Bullets vs Cairns Taipans Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 08 Feb 2026

NBL Betting Preview: Brisbane Bullets vs Cairns Taipans

Brisbane Bullets host Cairns Taipans, with tip-off set for 00:30 on Sunday 8 February.

There’s juice available when it comes to backing Over 176.5 points between Brisbane and Cairns. Our prediction is priced up at -111 which looks worth taking.

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Brisbane Bullets were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 114-70 loss against Tasmania JackJumpers.

Cairns Taipans lost on the road in their previous game. Perth Wildcats won 98-84.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cairns beat Brisbane in their last head-to-head encounter. It was a 88-83 scoreline. The past 10 H2H clashes have seen both teams record five wins.

NBL	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
9  Cairns Taipans	8	22	2504	2918	-414	4-12	4-10	2L
10  Brisbane Bullets	6	24	2486	2904	-418	2-12	4-12	10L

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Brisbane Bullets vs Cairns Taipans Prediction & Betting Tips

Our expert Brisbane Bullets vs Cairns Taipans betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

We’re predicting that the two teams will produce a significant combined points total in this NBL game. Therefore, our pick is to take the -111 that there are Over 176.5 points.

We’re keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the most important NBL stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.

Key Brisbane vs Cairns league stats:

• The 176.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Brisbane games at home.
• The 176.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Brisbane games at home.
• The 176.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Brisbane games.
• The 176.5 line has been covered in the last 4 Cairns games.
• The 176.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Cairns games.
• The 176.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Cairns games.

Over 176.5 Probability

The best betting sites make it a 52.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, our analysts in-depth research has found that the actual probability is closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Brisbane Bullets 87 - 96 Cairns Taipans

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Brisbane Bullets vs Cairns Taipans Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

At betting odds of -667 with the sportsbooks, Cairns Taipans are regarded as 87% likely to win this NBL game. For those wanting to back Brisbane Bullets, you will find +450 about the underdogs.

The spread currently stands at 11.5 and the total points line is 176.5. Basketball fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you want to back Over 176.5, it’s -111.

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Moneyline

Brisbane

+450

Cairns

-667

Point Spread

Brisbane +11.5

-111

Cairns -11.5

-111

Total Points

Under 176.5

-111

Over 176.5

-111

Prop betting is very popular, with bettors looking to wager on player props such as Points, Assists, Rebounds, Steals and Three-Pointers. It’s a great way of betting on individual player performance and the gambling sites will provide lots of options.

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Latest 0 regular season and play-off games stats.

Brisbane Bullets Stats

Cairns Taipans Stats

Moneyline

• 0 wins and 10 defeats in the last 10 games
• 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 home games

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +11.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• +11.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -11.5 Betting Line: Have not covered the spread in any of the last 10 games
• -11.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 176.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 180.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 176.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 176.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.60 pts and allowed 99.40 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 79.70 pts and allowed 100.70 pts in the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 188.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 180.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 176.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 176.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 87.30 pts and allowed 100.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 83.40 pts and allowed 97.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road

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NBL Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/20201997

Team	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
1  SEM Phoenix	21	9	3025	2748	277	10-4	11-5	2W
2  Adelaide 36ers	21	9	2789	2639	150	11-5	10-4	2L
3  Sydney Kings	20	9	2823	2536	287	12-4	8-5	7W
4  Perth Wildcats	19	11	2732	2589	143	8-7	11-4	3W
5  Melbourne United	18	11	2690	2542	148	10-4	8-7	1L
6  JackJumpers	14	17	2699	2661	38	6-9	8-8	2W
7  NZ Breakers	11	19	2712	2787	-75	5-9	6-10	2L
8  Illawarra Hawks	11	18	2682	2818	-136	7-8	4-10	1W
9  Cairns Taipans	8	22	2504	2918	-414	4-12	4-10	2L
10  Brisbane Bullets	6	24	2486	2904	-418	2-12	4-12	10L

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