The NBL tips off this week with Round 13 action, kicking off with the Kings vs. 36ers on Wednesday night.
We have NBL betting tips for every game in 2025/26, including this week’s featured games between United vs. Hawks, Wildcats vs. Phoenix, and Hawks vs. 36ers.
NBL Round 13 Predictions
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Wednesday 17/12/25
The Kings have played well over the last few weeks, but there is no team hotter than the 36ers, who took down United in overtime last week.
They have rocketed to the top of the NBL ladder, and they’re being led by Bryce Cotton, who continues to play at an MVP level.
Take the $1.94 for the 36ers to win on the road.
36ers by 5
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Thursday 18/12/25
United played twice last week and lost both games in overtime. Milton Doyle didn’t come up clutch when he needed to, and that was the primary reason for both losses.
However, a bounce back is expected against the Hawks, who have been playing below their best. If United limits JaVale McGee in the paint, they should win.
We’re including the –5.5 line in our NBL bets this week.
United by 8
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It’s not easy to bet against the Wildcats at RAC Arena, but we expect the Phoenix to get back to their best on Thursday night.
They have two wins from their last three games, which is a nice bounce back after losing consecutive games. They were well-beaten in those games, but Nathan Sobey was back to his best when thrashing the Breakers.
Punters should expect a similar effort, and the odds are generous.
Phoenix by 4
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Friday 19/12/25
It’s tough to know what the Breakers will produce on any given night, but at least they’re more consistent than the Taipans.
We can’t recommend backing the struggling Taipans, who are destined for another low-place finish on the NBL ladder.
The Breakers are in the finals hunt, so they should win.
Breakers by 6
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Saturday 20/12/25
Week 13 could be the round where the 36ers cement their place at the top of the ladder with a win over the Hawks.
Backing the Hawks every week hasn’t been a profitable move, and with Tyler Harvey struggling at all-time levels, there isn’t much market confidence with this team.
Adelaide should roll through them.
36ers by 7
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Betting on the Bullets isn’t something we’d recommend after their losing streak continued last week, and injuries have made it tough.
There is much more upside with the Phoenix, who could go 2-0 this week, and this will be the easier of the two wins.
Take them at the line before money comes for them on game day.
Phoenix by 10
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Sunday 21/12/25
The JackJumpers come off back-to-back wins, and they’re back in the hunt for a playoff spot.
Beating the Wildcats isn’t an easy task, but the Wildcats must travel for this game, and that could work against them after a couple of busy weeks.
Punters should include the home side in NBL multi bets.
JackJumpers by 4
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This is an ideal time for the Kings to post a big win over the Taipans, who have all but put the cue in the rack for 2025.
The Kings won their last two games, and although there is a chance they lose earlier this week, a loss will only strengthen their chances of putting the hurt on the Taipans.
Take the home side to score an effortless win on the back of a big scoring afternoon for Kendric Davis.
Kings by 10
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Monday 22/12/25
There are no odds out for this game, but most of the money should come for the Breakers to prevail on Monday night.
They are the much better team, and because of the Bullets long injury list, the Breakers should clean up on the road.
If the line is Breakers –5.5, we would include it in NBL picks.
Breakers by 7
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Tuesday 23/12/25
United should have too much scoring power for the JackJumpers, and it’s a big week for the former NBL Championship favourites.
They need to stem the flow of losses with some solid games, and although the JackJumpers are playing well, United has the class edge.
United by 6
