NBL Round 18 Expert Tips & Predictions

The NBL tips off this week with Round 18 action, kicking off with United vs. Bullets on Wednesday.

We have NBL betting tips for every game in 2025/26, including this week’s featured games between Phoenix vs. Breakers, Kings vs. JackJumpers, and Kings vs. 36ers.

NBL Round 18 Tips

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Wednesday 21/1/26

United got back to winning form last week, and it was a much-needed win. They should fancy their chances of beating the Bullets, who haven’t fired a shot in weeks.

Bookmakers have the line at –10.5, which is sizable, but if United fancies their chances during the NBL finals, they need to beat teams like the Bullets with ease.

Include the home team in NBL multis.

United by 14

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The Breakers showed signs of life in Perth when winning last week, and although the opposition wasn’t strong, it keeps them in the playoff hunt.

They need another strong performance against the Phoenix, who have four wins from their last five. It won’t be easy for the visitors, but they should play well enough to keep it close.

They just need to knock down some shots to give them confidence early.

Phoenix by 4

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Thursday 22/1/26

The Kings are back to their best after posting three consecutive wins, and playing at home gives them the edge over the JackJumpers.

We thought the Kings would be shorter with moneyline markets than $1.50, so we’re jumping on the value for the home team.

Back them to cover the –4.5 spread with a strong performance.

Kings by 8

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The Wildcats haven’t had to travel over the last two weeks, with every game played at RAC Arena last week.

They wait for the struggling Taipans, and it should be a one-sided result. We can’t see Perth losing to the Taipans, who come off a loss to the Breakers, and that’s not good enough form to compete in Perth.

Take the –9.5 line before money comes for the home side.

Wildcats by 14

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Friday 23/1/26

The 36ers need to bounce back after consecutive losses, and it’s on Bryce Cotton to get the rest of his teammates up and going.

They are still a legitimate title contender after an excellent mid-season run, and with the Breakers struggling to win at home, they should fancy themselves.

We have the 36ers being just too good for the Kiwis.

36ers by 5

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Saturday 24/1/26

The Phoenix should have the Taipans measure, and it could be a long week for the North Queenslanders.

They don’t have much going for them, and with the Phoenix looking to play well approaching the NBL finals, they should be fine-tuned for this game.

Take the Phoenix, who will be around –8.5.

Phoenix by 11

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The Hawks showed some life with back-to-back wins, but they haven’t fired since, losing three consecutive games.

It’s not a good look for the defending champions, who have all but given up the ghost, and the JackJumpers should capitalise with an easy win.

They will be firm favourites to win, and they’re a good multi bet inclusion.

JackJumpers by 8

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Sunday 25/1/26

It’s the marquee game of the week as the Kings and 36ers battle, and we’re giving the edge to the home team.

They could prove too strong for the 36ers, and they need a big performance from Kendric Davis, who is good enough to take over the game.

We expect a tight game, but we’re leaning towards the Kings.

Kings by 4

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When it comes to favourable draws, it doesn’t get much better for the Wildcats, who stay firmly put at RAC Arena.

Consecutive weeks of no travel should have them ready to fire against United, and the Wildcats are playing better basketball.

Punters could get value odds, so include them in NBL multi picks.

Wildcats by 6

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Monday 26/1/26

If the Hawks can’t beat the Bullets, there is no hope for them. It’s a big game for bragging rights, and we feel there is more pride with the Hawks.

Being the defending champions should mean something to them, and with the Bullets riding a long losing streak, it should continue.

Hawks by 5