NBL Round 22 Tips
Wednesday 18/02/26
JackJumpers vs Hawks – 7:30pm @ MyState Bank Arena
Tip: Hawks to Win @ 2.03
Illawarra finish their season with freedom and momentum after an upset win over Melbourne United. With Tasmania locked into sixth and prioritising player management ahead of the Play-In, expect reduced minutes for key starters. The Hawks hold a 2–1 edge in the season series and look motivated to close strongly.
Prediction: Hawks by 5
Thursday 19/02/26
Breakers vs Taipans – 5:30pm @ Eventfinda Stadium
Tip: Breakers to Win @ 1.90
It’s been a frustrating campaign for New Zealand, but this is a winnable home matchup against a Cairns side sitting near the bottom of the ladder. Even with injury concerns, the Breakers should have enough scoring depth to control the game.
Prediction: Breakers by 7
Thursday 19/02/26
United vs Phoenix – 7:30pm @ John Cain Arena
Tip: Phoenix -5.5 @ 1.90
South East Melbourne are peaking at the right time with three wins from their last four, while Melbourne United have cooled significantly after a strong start. With no real home-court edge and Phoenix shooting the ball well, expect them to cover the line comfortably.
Prediction: Phoenix by 10
Friday 20/02/26
Bullets vs Kings – 7:30pm @ Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Tip: Kings -23.5 @ 1.90
Sydney are one of the competition’s form teams and need to maintain momentum heading into finals. Brisbane have struggled badly and look outmatched on both ends. Covering 23.5 is steep, but the Kings have the firepower to blow this open.
Prediction: Kings by 28
Friday 20/02/26
Wildcats vs 36ers – 9:30pm @ RAC Arena
Tip: 36ers to Win @ 2.21
Adelaide bounced back strongly from consecutive defeats and remain in the minor premiership hunt. Perth are short at home, but the value lies with the 36ers given their recent form and offensive upside.
Prediction: 36ers by 4
Sunday 22/02/26
36ers vs Breakers – 4:30pm @ Gold Coast Convention Centre
Tip: 36ers to Win @ 1.90
The Ignite Cup clash may not impact the ladder, but it carries financial and reputational significance. Adelaide’s ladder position and recent consistency give them the edge over a Breakers side that has struggled for rhythm.
Prediction: 36ers by 7