Cairns Taipans

Basketball Australia - NBL Wed 22 Oct 04:30

Perth Wildcats

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NBL Betting Preview: Cairns vs Perth

Cairns Taipans host Perth Wildcats in this NBL game, with tip-off set for 04:30 on Wednesday 22 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds and H2H stats.

The Total Line Looks Too Generous to Miss

We’re confident that Over 172.5 is the value play at -114. We’re banking on Cairns and Perth to rack up the points, so we’ll have a bet on the totals.

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7 Wildcats Victories in Previous 10 H2H Matchups

Cairns Taipans lost when they last took to the court. They were turned over 91-86 at home to Adelaide 36ers.

Perth Wildcats lost on the road in their previous game. Sydney Kings won 94-72.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Perth beat Cairns when the teams last met. It was a 80-77 scoreline. The previous 10 games featuring these teams have resulted in seven Perth victories.

NBL W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Perth Wildcats 3 3 498 518 -20 1-2 2-1 2L
Cairns Taipans 2 5 539 646 -107 1-3 1-2 4L
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Cairns Taipans vs Perth Wildcats Prediction & Betting Tips

We dive into the best Cairns Taipans vs Perth Wildcats betting angles, including a key match prediction, our correct score forecast and a value-focused bet builder. Read on for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

The total line looks to be on the low side at 172.5. There’s a strong chance that the NBL rivals will conspire to go above the line and we’re backing Over at -114.

Our basketball predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest NBL data.

Key Cairns vs Perth league stats:

  • The 172.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Cairns games.
  • The 172.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Cairns games.
  • The 172.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Perth games.
  • The 172.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Perth games on the road.

Over 172.5 Probability

The top betting sites imply that our pick has a 53.2% prospect of winning. Our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Secure more desirable betting odds by moving the line when you place an Over bet. You can choose from a range of options on the Totals until you’re happy with your wager.

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Bet Builder Tips

Totals Over 172.5
Spread Perth -1.5
Result & BTTS 60 Perth / Yes

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Correct Score Prediction

Cairns Taipans Cairns Taipans logo 88 - 92 Perth Wildcats logo Perth Wildcats

We’re expecting this to be a close game and we’ll take Perth Wildcats to win 92-88. This is available at huge odds for those that want to have a speculative wager.

Cairns Taipans vs Perth Wildcats Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Close Encounter in the Eyes of the Books

The Moneyline odds about Cairns Taipans triumphing is priced at +105 and you can get Perth Wildcats at -130. In the eyes of the leading NBL sportsbooks, the home team are regarded as 49% likely to claim a victory.

The spread currently stands at 1.5 and the total points line is 172.5. Basketball fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you fancy Over 172.5, this outcome can be backed at -115.

Most NBL games come with lots of team props and game lines, and the best basketball betting sites make sure you’ve got plenty to choose from. Don’t forget to browse both pre-game and in-game markets before you place a wager.

Betting Lines & Odds

Player Props & Micro Betting

Should you be more interested in a specific individual who is competing, check out the gambling sites’ prop bets where you can pick out player lines that focus on performance rather than the game result.

It’s good to consider all wagering options when it comes to the NBL and micro betting can be an exciting way to get involved in the action. When everything goes live, consider whether the next shot will be a Two or a Three-pointer.

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Team Stats

Latest 0 regular season and play-off games stats.

Cairns Taipans logo Cairns Taipans Stats
Perth Wildcats logo Perth Wildcats Stats
Moneyline
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 home games
Moneyline
  • 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
Point Spread
Point Spread
Total Points
Total Points

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NBL Table Select Season

Team W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Melbourne United 7 0 706 576 130 4-0 3-0 7W
Adelaide 36ers 5 1 553 508 45 3-1 2-0 2W
SEM Phoenix 3 2 471 425 46 2-0 1-2 1W
JackJumpers 4 3 574 578 -4 1-1 3-2 1L
Sydney Kings 3 3 531 496 35 2-2 1-1 1W
Perth Wildcats 3 3 498 518 -20 1-2 2-1 2L
Brisbane Bullets 2 5 633 653 -20 0-2 2-3 1L
Cairns Taipans 2 5 539 646 -107 1-3 1-2 4L
NZ Breakers 2 6 698 748 -50 2-3 0-3 1L
10  Illawarra Hawks 1 4 450 505 -55 1-1 0-3 1L