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Basketball Australia - NBL Wed 13 Mar 03:30

Illawarra Hawks

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Get Ready for a High-Scoring Contest

Over 181.5 points are expected to be scored when Melbourne and Illawarra meet, with this prediction available at odds of -110 and this looks like a value bet.

Overtime Hawks Victory in Last H2H

Illawarra Hawks and Melbourne United faced each other last time out, with Illawarra clinching a dramatic 113-108 overtime win. Melbourne have won six of the past 10 games that these teams have played.

Expert NBL Analysis

The NBL predictions are created after keeping tabs on the latest team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Melbourne vs Illawarra league stats:

  • The 181.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Melbourne games at home.
  • The 181.5 line has been covered in 13 of the last 20 Melbourne games.
  • The 181.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Melbourne games.
  • The 181.5 line has been covered in 11 of the last 20 Illawarra games.
  • The 181.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Illawarra games.
  • The 181.5 line has been covered in the last 2 games between these teams.

We’ll take a chance on a total bet after finding that the line is set at a generous 181.5. Bank on this number to be surpassed at -110 for this NBL showdown.

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Over 181.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. In the opinion of our analysts, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. It is the reason why we are recommending this basketball wager.

Melbourne United vs Illawarra Hawks Prediction

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Player Props

Top Pick: Chris Goulding Under 17.5 Points -125 bet365 logo

Chris Goulding (Melbourne) can be backed to total Under 17.5 points at -125. It’s anticipated that his Player Points are going to fall below the total, with this bet offering plenty of appeal.

Melbourne United vs Illawarra Hawks Bet Builder Tips

Totals Over 181.5
Player Points Chris Goulding Under 17.5
Player Assists Justin Robinson Over 4.5

Try out our same game parlay pick which starts with Over 182. We’ve also gone for Chris Goulding (Melbourne) to score Under 17.5 points along with Justin Robinson (Illawarra) to have Over 4.5 assists.

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Correct Score Prediction

Melbourne Melbourne logo 98 - 88 Illawarra logo Illawarra

There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on Melbourne to record a 98-88 victory. There’s a massive return if we get this right.

Melbourne United vs Illawarra Hawks 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 betting predictions and bet builder tips.

Books Running Scared of United Win

For this NBL game, the sportsbooks’ Moneyline betting odds mean Melbourne United are -303 favorites to win and that means a 75% chance of landing a victory. Illawarra Hawks are regarded as a long shot to win and you can currently back them at +230.

The spread currently stands at 7 and the total points line is 183. Basketball fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you’re going for Over 183, then the odds are -102.

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Betting Lines & Odds

Gary Clark Favorite to Score the Most Points

Gary Clark is the favorite to score most points. He is priced at -115 to score Over 18.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at the same odds.

Player Points

Gary Clark (Illawarra)
Over 18.5
-115
Under 18.5
-115
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Chris Goulding (Melbourne)
Over 17.5
-105
Under 17.5
-125
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Sam Froling (Illawarra)
Over 15.5
-105
Under 15.5
-125
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Tyler Harvey (Illawarra)
Over 15.5
-105
Under 15.5
-125
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Player Rebounds

Gary Clark (Illawarra)
Over 8.5
-100
Under 8.5
-133
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Jo Lual-Acuil (Melbourne)
Over 8.5
-105
Under 8.5
-125
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Micro Betting

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Last 5 & H2H

Team Stats

Latest NBL regular season and play-off games stats.

Melbourne United logo Melbourne United Stats

Illawarra Hawks logo Illawarra Hawks Stats

Moneyline

  • 6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points

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NBL Standings Select Season

Team W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Melbourne United 20 8 2615 2454 161 11-3 9-5 1W
Perth Wildcats 17 11 2630 2563 67 10-4 7-7 2L
JackJumpers 16 12 2564 2378 186 8-6 8-6 4W
Illawarra Hawks 14 14 2547 2518 29 8-6 6-8 1L
Sydney Kings 13 15 2672 2602 70 7-7 6-8 1W
NZ Breakers 13 15 2498 2480 18 8-6 5-9 1L
Brisbane Bullets 13 15 2458 2534 -76 8-6 5-9 1L
Cairns Taipans 12 16 2506 2589 -83 7-7 5-9 1W
Adelaide 36ers 12 16 2457 2563 -106 9-5 3-11 1W
10  SEM Phoenix 10 18 2425 2691 -266 7-7 3-11 4L