Cairns Taipans vs Illawarra Hawks Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 07 Nov 2025

NBL Betting Preview: Cairns Taipans vs Illawarra Hawks

Cairns Taipans host Illawarra Hawks, with tip-off set for 03:30 on Friday 7 November. Our betting preview features expert NBL predictions, betting tips, the latest odds and H2H stats.

There’s an opportunity to cover the spread by backing Illawarra at -5.5. We can get odds of -118 and our prediction is that they’ll overcome Cairns.

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Cairns Taipans won last time out by a 75-69 scoreline. It was on the road against Tasmania JackJumpers.

Illawarra Hawks won their previous game, beating Melbourne United at home. It was a 107-93 victory.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Cairns have beaten Illawarra in their last two encounters. On the road, they won 108-105 and followed up with a 100-94 home win. In the past 10 H2H meetings, Cairns have won seven.

NBL	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
8  Illawarra Hawks	10	18	2582	2719	-137	6-8	4-10	2L
9  Cairns Taipans	8	21	2420	2820	-400	4-12	4-9	1L

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Cairns Taipans vs Illawarra Hawks Prediction & Betting Tips

This Cairns Taipans vs Illawarra Hawks betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including an expert match prediction, correct score bet and a strategic bet builder.

Game Prediction

We’re backing Illawarra against the spread in this NBL showdown. It could be shrewd to wager the favorites to cover the generous -5.5 line, with odds of -118 on offer.

We study the NBL form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making basketball predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Cairns vs Illawarra league stats:

• The +5.5 line hasn’t been covered by Cairns in 3 of their last 5 games at home.
• The +5.5 line hasn’t been covered by Cairns in 11 of their last 20 games at home.
• The +5.5 line hasn’t been covered by Cairns in 2 consecutive games at home.

Hawks -5.5 Probability

Based on the odds from the top betting sites, there’s a 54.1% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this basketball bet.

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Our Game Prediction

Illawarra -5.5 @ -118 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Cairns Taipans 85 - 94 Illawarra Hawks

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Cairns Taipans vs Illawarra Hawks 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.

With a 74% chance of securing victory, Illawarra Hawks are favorites for this NBL game and the sportsbooks have them at betting odds of -278. Cairns Taipans are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +215.

The spread is currently 7.5, with the total points line at 182.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. If you fancy Under 182.5, then the odds are -112.

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Moneyline

Cairns

+215

Illawarra

-278

Point Spread

Cairns +7.5

-115

Illawarra -7.5

-108

Total Points

Under 182.5

-112

Over 182.5

-110

As an alternative to the game lines and team props, check out the player props that are available. These can be a great alternative if you want to focus on a player’s performance. The best gambling sites will provide lots of options.

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Cairns Taipans Stats

Illawarra Hawks Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• +5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• -5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 168.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 180.80 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 182.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 182.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.70 pts and allowed 91.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 84.70 pts and allowed 96.10 pts in the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 188.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 182.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 182.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 182.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 90.40 pts and allowed 97.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 89.50 pts and allowed 93.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road

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Team	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
1  Adelaide 36ers	21	8	2690	2539	151	11-5	10-3	1L
2  Sydney Kings	20	9	2823	2536	287	12-4	8-5	7W
3  SEM Phoenix	20	9	2911	2665	246	10-4	10-5	1W
4  Melbourne United	18	11	2690	2542	148	10-4	8-7	1L
5  Perth Wildcats	18	11	2634	2505	129	7-7	11-4	2W
6  JackJumpers	13	17	2585	2591	-6	5-9	8-8	1W
7  NZ Breakers	11	18	2629	2673	-44	5-8	6-10	1L
8  Illawarra Hawks	10	18	2582	2719	-137	6-8	4-10	2L
9  Cairns Taipans	8	21	2420	2820	-400	4-12	4-9	1L
10  Brisbane Bullets	6	23	2416	2790	-374	2-12	4-11	9L

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