Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 06 Dec 2025

NBL Betting Preview: Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans

Illawarra Hawks host Cairns Taipans, with tip-off set for 04:00 on Saturday 6 December.

Under 189.5 points looks like an attractive total wager. Illawarra and Cairns might not be able to reach this combined amount and we can profit with this selection at -114.

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Illawarra Hawks won their last game, beating South East Melbourne Phoenix at home by a 113-109 (OT) scoreline.

Cairns Taipans lost when they last took to the court. They were turned over 102-96 at home to New Zealand Breakers.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Illawarra won the last encounter between the pair. Enjoying a 107-90 triumph when facing Cairns. In the past 10 H2H meetings, Cairns have won six.

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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Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans Prediction & Betting Tips

We cover the key Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, correct score selection and a bet builder tailored for the best value.

Game Prediction

The -114 for Under 189.5 points to be scored by the two teams looks like great value for this NBL matchup. Our betting prediction is that the teams might not collectively reach this total.

Our NBL experts study the latest form, while injuries can also affect the potential outcome. Before coming up with a verdict, we combine this data with the latest stats.

Key Illawarra vs Cairns league stats:

• The 189.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Cairns games on the road.
• The 189.5 line hasn’t been covered in 11 of the last 20 Cairns games.

Under 189.5 Probability

The best betting sites make it a 53.2% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Based on our analysts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. It is why we think it’s worth placing this basketball wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Illawarra Hawks 94 - 90 Cairns Taipans

We’ll throw a dart when it comes to Illawarra Hawks claiming a 94-90 victory. This correct score pick is available at huge odds and could be an entertaining bet to place.

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Illawarra Hawks 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.

For this NBL game, the sportsbooks’ Moneyline betting odds mean Illawarra Hawks are -833 favorites to win and that means a 89% chance of landing a victory. Cairns Taipans are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +540.

The current spread is 13.5 and the total points line is 184.5. There are lots of popular ways to bet on basketball including the Totals. Those expecting a low total can back Under 184.5 at -109.

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Moneyline

Illawarra

-833

Cairns

+540

Point Spread

Illawarra -13.5

-112

Cairns +13.5

-110

Total Points

Under 184.5

-109

Over 184.5

-114

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Illawarra Hawks Stats

Cairns Taipans Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 home games

Moneyline

• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games
• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -6.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games
• -6.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +6.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• +6.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 184.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 186.30 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 183.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 183.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 87.60 pts and allowed 96.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 91.50 pts and allowed 94.80 pts in the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 187.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 174.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 183.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 183.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 88.30 pts and allowed 99.00 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 80.10 pts and allowed 94.80 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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