Illawarra Hawks vs Melbourne United Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 08 Mar 2025

Hawks to Make Short Work of United

Our prediction is for Illawarra to cover the attractive -6 line when they play Melbourne. The favorites should be able to triumph by a more comfortable margin and -111 is available on the spread.

7 United Victories in Previous 10 H2H Matchups

Illawarra Hawks were victorious last time out. They secured a 126-96 home win against South East Melbourne Phoenix.

Melbourne United won their previous game which was at home. It was a 113-112 triumph against Perth Wildcats.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Illawarra have won back-to-back encounters against Melbourne. It was a 106-93 victory on the road that was followed by a 117-95 home triumph. The past 10 clashes between these teams have seen seven Melbourne wins.

NBL	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
4  Illawarra Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
5  Melbourne United	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-

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Illawarra Hawks vs Melbourne United Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re excited to see Illawarra at -6 on the spread in this NBL contest. We think it’s an attractive number for the betting favorites to cover at odds of -111.

The NBL experts at Sportsgambler.com check injury updates regularly and combine this with the form guide. We’re also able to consult a database of stats and present the key numbers to our readers.

Key Illawarra vs Melbourne league stats:

• The -6 line has been covered by Illawarra in all of their last 5 games at home.
• The -6 line has been covered by Illawarra in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The -6 line has been covered by Illawarra in 6 consecutive games at home.
• The +6 line hasn’t been covered by Melbourne in 2 consecutive games against Illawarra.

Hawks -6 Probability

According to the betting sites, there’s a 52.6% likelihood of our pick landing a return. However, we think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. This basketball bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

Bigger prices can be secured for bettors who are prepared to move the line. The odds increase according to how much risk you are prepared to have with your wager.

Best Bet

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Player Prop Picks

Tyler Harvey Over 17.5 Points -115

Tyler Harvey (Illawarra) can be wagered to total Over 17.5 points at -115. It makes sense to bet on him to cover the line when it comes to this Player Points wager.

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William Hickey Over 10.5 Points -100

William Hickey (Illawarra) is available at -100 to rack up Over 10.5 points. We’re happy to take this Player Points prop bet as he is capable of a big performance.

Correct Score Prediction

Illawarra Hawks 101 - 91 Melbourne United

Rather than betting on Illawarra Hawks to win, there’s the option to try your luck when it comes to the correct score lines. Take a chance on a 101-91 triumph in their favor.

Illawarra Hawks vs Melbourne United 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.

Latest Moneyline Odds Suggest Hawks Victory

The sportsbooks have Illawarra Hawks at -313 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 76% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. For those wanting to back Melbourne United, you will find +245 about the underdogs.

7.5 is where the spread lies, with total points being 197 right now. A wager on the Totals allows bettors to use the latest basketball data to good effect. Those expecting a low total can back Under 197 at -111.

The betting sites offer a wide range of team props and game lines when it comes to most National Basketball League contests. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.

Moneyline

Illawarra

-313

Melbourne

+245

Point Spread

Illawarra -7.5

-111

Melbourne +7.5

-111

Total Points

Under 197

-111

Over 197

-111

Trey Kell Favorite to Score the Most Points

Trey Kell is the market leader to land the most baskets. He is priced at -115 to score Over 19.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at the same odds.

Trey Kell (Illawarra)

Over 19.5

-115

Under 19.5

-115

Chris Goulding (Melbourne)

Over 18.5

-115

Under 18.5

-115

Tyler Harvey (Illawarra)

Over 17.5

-115

Under 17.5

-115

Ian Clark (Melbourne)

Over 15.5

-118

Under 15.5

-111

Jack White (Melbourne)

Over 13.5

-125

Under 13.5

-105

Sam Froling (Illawarra)

Over 13.5

-105

Under 13.5

-125

Matthew Dellavedova (Melbourne)

Over 10.5

-125

Under 10.5

-105

William Hickey (Illawarra)

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-133

Todd Blanchfield (Illawarra)

Over 9.5

-125

Under 9.5

-105

Shea Ili (Melbourne)

Over 9.5

-105

Under 9.5

-125

Matthew Dellavedova (Melbourne)

Over 8.5

-115

Under 8.5

-115

Shea Ili (Melbourne)

Over 5.5

+105

Under 5.5

-139

Trey Kell (Illawarra)

Over 4.5

-100

Under 4.5

-133

William Hickey (Illawarra)

Over 4.5

-115

Under 4.5

-115

Jack White (Melbourne)

Over 8.5

-154

Under 8.5

+115

Sam Froling (Illawarra)

Over 7.5

-105

Under 7.5

-125

Trey Kell (Illawarra)

Over 5.5

-111

Under 5.5

-118

Micro Betting

For those looking to enjoy a thrilling in-game wager, NBL micro betting could be up your street. You are now able to wager on the Next Field Goal, with the options being for a two-pointer or a three-pointer.

Last 5 & H2H

Latest 0 regular season and play-off games stats.

Illawarra Hawks Stats

Melbourne United Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

• -2.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -2.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +2.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +2.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 183.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 194.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 179.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 179.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 96.10 pts and allowed 87.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 102.70 pts and allowed 91.80 pts in the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 189.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 181.70 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 179.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
• Over 179.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 96.90 pts and allowed 92.10 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 91.50 pts and allowed 90.20 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	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
2  Brisbane Bullets	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
3  Cairns Taipans	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
4  Illawarra Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
5  Melbourne United	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
6  NZ Breakers	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
7  Perth Wildcats	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
8  SEM Phoenix	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
9  Sydney Kings	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-
10  JackJumpers	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	-