Sydney Kings

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Cairns Taipans

  1. Prediction
  2. Bet Builder
  3. Odds
  4. Player Props
  5. Team Stats
  6. Standings

High-Scoring Game is On the Cards

There are odds of 1.90 about Over 180 points and this looks very generous when Sydney face Cairns. The bar might have been set too low in terms of the total line.

7 Triumphs for Kings in Previous 10 H2H Matchups

Sydney Kings were defeated last time out. They were beaten at home to Melbourne United by a 90-88 scoreline.

Cairns Taipans won their previous game 108-105. This was a road victory against Illawarra Hawks.

Sydney had the edge in the most recent encounter between these teams. They recorded a 81-75 win over Cairns. Sydney have beaten Cairns in the past four meetings. They’ve also claimed 7 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.

NBL W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Sydney Kings 16 12 2555 2462 93 7-7 9-5 2L
10  Cairns Taipans 7 20 2378 2591 -213 3-11 4-9 1L
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Expert NBL Analysis

We use the latest injury information to come up with the best possible NBL predictions. You will also see that we take a stats-led approach by considering the key numbers.

Key Sydney vs Cairns league stats:

  • The 180 line has been covered in 14 of the last 20 Sydney games at home.
  • The 180 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Sydney games.
  • The 180 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Cairns games on the road.
  • The 180 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Cairns games on the road.
  • The 180 line has been covered in the last 4 Cairns games on the road.

Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans Prediction

We’re surprised that the total line is 180 and it’s all about going for the Overs option when these NBL teams take to the court. Take the 1.90 and cheer on points.

There’s a chance to secure larger odds when you bet on the Totals. The betting sites allow you to move the line for an Over pick until you’re happy with the potential return.

Over 180 Probability

The betting sites make it a 52.6% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Based on our analysts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.

Our Pick

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Player Props

Taran Armstrong Over 15.5 Points 1.80 bet365 logo

Taran Armstrong (Cairns) can be backed to record Over 15.5 points at 1.80. We think this is the pick of the prop bets that are on offer when it comes to backing him on Player Points.


Tanner Groves Under 6.5 Rebounds 1.90 bet365 logo

Tanner Groves (Cairns) is available at 1.90 to finish with Under 6.5 rebounds. We’re pretty confident that this Player Rebounds wager will end up falling short of the line.

Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans Bet Builder Tips

Totals Over 180
Spread Sydney -9.5
Player Points Taran Armstrong Over 15.5

We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Over 182, combined with Sydney -10.5 on the spread and Taran Armstrong (Cairns) to score Over 15.5 points.

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Correct Score Prediction

Sydney Kings Sydney Kings logo 100 - 87 Cairns Taipans logo Cairns Taipans

There’s the chance to land fantastic odds when it comes to Sydney Kings winning on the correct score lines. We’ll try a 100-87 triumph in their favor and this should be in the right ball park.

Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans 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.

Kings Big Favorites to Win

Sydney Kings are strong 1.18 favorites to win this NBL game according to the Moneyline betting odds. The sportsbooks give them a 85% chance of claiming victory. For those wanting to back Cairns Taipans, you will find 4.80 about the underdogs.

The spread currently stands at 10.5 and the total points line is 184.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. There’s an opportunity to bet Over 184.5 at 1.90.

The good news is that you can access stacks of team props and game lines for every National Basketball League contest. The betting sites have a huge range of pre-game and in-game wagering options.

Betting Lines & Odds

Jaylen Adams Favorite to Get Most Points

Jaylen Adams is favorite when it comes to landing the most baskets. You can get 1.85 that he goes Over 20.5 points and 1.90 when it comes to Under.

Player Points

Jaylen Adams (Sydney)
Over 20.5
1.85
Under 20.5
1.90
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Xavier Cooks (Sydney)
Over 17.5
1.87
Under 17.5
1.87
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Taran Armstrong (Cairns)
Over 15.5
1.80
Under 15.5
1.95
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Player Assists

Jaylen Adams (Sydney)
Over 6.5
1.72
Under 6.5
2.05
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Taran Armstrong (Cairns)
Over 3.5
1.75
Under 3.5
2.00
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Player Rebounds

Xavier Cooks (Sydney)
Over 9.5
1.85
Under 9.5
1.90
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Tanner Groves (Cairns)
Over 6.5
1.85
Under 6.5
1.90
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Team Stats

Latest NBL regular season and play-off games stats.

Sydney Kings logo Sydney Kings Stats

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Moneyline

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

Moneyline

  • 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games
  • 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

Point Spread

Total Points

Total Points

NBL Table Select Season

Team W L PF PA N. Pts Home Away Strk
Illawarra Hawks 18 9 2750 2488 262 9-4 9-5 1W
Melbourne United 18 10 2668 2559 109 8-6 10-4 3W
Perth Wildcats 17 11 2791 2707 84 9-5 8-6 2W
SEM Phoenix 16 12 2694 2553 141 10-4 6-8 1W
Sydney Kings 16 12 2555 2462 93 7-7 9-5 2L
Adelaide 36ers 13 15 2632 2684 -52 9-6 4-9 2L
JackJumpers 12 16 2345 2470 -125 8-5 4-11 6L
Brisbane Bullets 12 16 2590 2738 -148 6-8 6-8 1W
NZ Breakers 10 18 2403 2554 -151 6-8 4-10 1W
10  Cairns Taipans 7 20 2378 2591 -213 3-11 4-9 1L