Perth Wildcats vs Illawarra Hawks Prediction, Betting Tips & Odds | 02 Oct 2025

NBL Betting Preview: Perth Wildcats vs Illawarra Hawks

Perth Wildcats host Illawarra Hawks in this NBL game, with tip-off set for 07:30 on Thursday 2 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds and H2H stats.

Perth and Illawarra are capable of scoring more than 180.5 points. Therefore, we’re going Over the total line and expect a payout at -111.

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Perth Wildcats won their last game 89-78. This was a road victory against New Zealand Breakers.

Illawarra Hawks were beaten 91-86 in their previous game, being turned over at home to Tasmania JackJumpers.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Illawarra have won in their last two meetings with Perth. It was 121-111 on the road before they enjoyed a 120-88 winning scoreline at home. Illawarra have triumphed in six of the previous 10 clashes between these teams.

NBL	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
4  Perth Wildcats	8	6	1246	1214	32	3-3	5-3	1L
8  Illawarra Hawks	5	9	1268	1373	-105	3-4	2-5	1W

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Perth Wildcats vs Illawarra Hawks Prediction & Betting Tips

Get the edge with our best Perth Wildcats vs Illawarra Hawks picks: a key match prediction, correct score recommendation and a ready-made bet builder. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

We think that 180.5 is a generous total for Over backers in this NBL matchup. Take the -111 that we see the teams combine to good effect.

Injuries are taken into account by the betting experts at Sportsgambler.com. Our basketball predictions are also shaped by the latest form, with the NBL stats playing a big part before recommendations are made.

Key Perth vs Illawarra league stats:

• The 180.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Perth games at home.
• The 180.5 line has been covered in 17 of the last 20 Perth games.
• The 180.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Illawarra games.
• The 180.5 line has been covered in 12 of the last 20 Illawarra games.
• The 180.5 line has been covered in the last 4 games between these teams.

Over 180.5 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top betting apps, our pick carries a 52.6% chance of winning After careful examination, our experts have this probability close to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Perth Wildcats 92 - 93 Illawarra Hawks

For a fun bet, consider backing Illawarra Hawks to claim a 93-92 win. Although it’s a speculative wager, we are expecting things to be close between the two teams.

Perth Wildcats 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 above betting predictions.

Perth Wildcats are -217 favorites and that means a 68% chance of winning this NBL game according to the Moneyline betting odds with the sportsbooks. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +175 about Illawarra Hawks.

The spread is currently 5.5, with the total points line at 181.5. Basketball fans love the chance to get an alternative angle by going for a Total wager. If you fancy Over 181.5, this outcome can be backed at -111.

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Moneyline

Perth

-217

Illawarra

+175

Point Spread

Perth -5.5

-108

Illawarra +5.5

-115

Total Points

Under 181.5

-111

Over 181.5

-111

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Perth Wildcats Stats

Illawarra Hawks Stats

Moneyline

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

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

• -6.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -6.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +6.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +6.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 181.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 199.90 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 186.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 186.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 90.90 pts and allowed 90.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 100.60 pts and allowed 99.30 pts in the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 187.00 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 185.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 186.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 186.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 91.10 pts and allowed 95.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 90.40 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  Melbourne United	13	2	1460	1288	172	7-1	6-1	4W
2  Adelaide 36ers	11	3	1286	1203	83	6-2	5-1	4W
3  SEM Phoenix	9	5	1364	1262	102	4-2	5-3	2L
4  Perth Wildcats	8	6	1246	1214	32	3-3	5-3	1L
5  Sydney Kings	7	7	1274	1211	63	3-3	4-4	2L
6  JackJumpers	6	9	1285	1302	-17	2-6	4-3	1W
7  NZ Breakers	6	10	1419	1412	7	3-5	3-5	2W
8  Illawarra Hawks	5	9	1268	1373	-105	3-4	2-5	1W
9  Brisbane Bullets	5	10	1331	1442	-111	1-6	4-4	3L
10  Cairns Taipans	3	12	1221	1447	-226	1-8	2-4	4L

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