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As Melbourne United prepares to host the Illawarra Hawks on February 14, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing clash in the Australian NBL. Melbourne United enters the matchup with a favorable recent performance, securing three victories in their last five games, which suggests they are in sound form and carrying positive momentum into the contest. Their robust home court advantage, supported by their tactical prowess and skillful play, positions them strongly against their rivals.
Conversely, the Illawarra Hawks have struggled recently, managing just one win in their last five outings. This dip in form raises concerns about their ability to compete effectively, particularly in a hostile environment like Melbourne. The Hawks will need to dig deep and leverage their strengths to counter United’s aggressive style and high-scoring capabilities.
Bookmakers currently reflect Melbourne United as the favorites, with odds of 1.41 for a home win, while Illawarra is placed at 2.95. Our model indicates a 64.8% probability in favor of a home victory, highlighting United’s strong likelihood of triumph. However, as with any sporting event, upsets can occur, and the outcome remains uncertain as both teams take the court.
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| Melbourne 67.7% |
Illawarra 32.3% |
Outrights of Australian NBL Melbourne United: 8.34% Illawarra Hawks: 0.78%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1.41 | 2.95 |
Latest Results
| 12.02.26 Cairns Taipans – Melbourne United – 85:89 07.02.26 Melbourne United – Adelaide 36ers – 76:87 30.01.26 New Zealand Breakers – Melbourne United – 97:95 25.01.26 Perth Wildcats – Melbourne United – 73:74 21.01.26 Melbourne United – Brisbane Bullets – 98:66 |
13.02.26 Illawarra Hawks – Sydney Kings – 94:120 07.02.26 New Zealand Breakers – Illawarra Hawks – 106:95 05.02.26 Illawarra Hawks – Adelaide 36ers – 100:99 31.01.26 Illawarra Hawks – Perth Wildcats – 99:106 29.01.26 Sydney Kings – Illawarra Hawks – 122:104 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 18.12.25 Melbourne United – Illawarra Hawks – 97:75 21.11.25 Illawarra Hawks – Melbourne United – 102:105 05.11.25 Illawarra Hawks – Melbourne United – 107:93 22.03.25 Illawarra Hawks – Melbourne United – 114:104 19.03.25 Melbourne United – Illawarra Hawks – 71:80 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | L | PCT | |||
| 1 | Sydney | 31 | 22 | 9 | 3057:2718 | 0.710 |
| 2 | Adelaide | 31 | 22 | 9 | 2876:2715 | 0.710 |
| 3 | South East Melbourne | 31 | 21 | 10 | 3113:2862 | 0.677 |
| 4 | Perth | 31 | 20 | 11 | 2826:2664 | 0.645 |
| 5 | Melbourne United | 31 | 19 | 12 | 2855:2714 | 0.613 |
| 6 | Tasmania JackJumpers | 31 | 14 | 17 | 2699:2661 | 0.452 |
| 7 | New Zealand Breakers | 31 | 12 | 19 | 2818:2882 | 0.387 |
| 8 | Illawarra Hawks | 31 | 11 | 20 | 2871:3044 | 0.355 |
| 9 | Cairns Taipans | 32 | 9 | 23 | 2670:3079 | 0.281 |
| 10 | Brisbane Bullets | 32 | 6 | 26 | 2633:3079 | 0.188 |
Australian NBL Outrights
1. Sydney Kings: 2.48 (31.36%)
2. South East Melbourne: 3.04 (25.6%)
3. Adelaide 36ers: 3.32 (23.41%)
4. Melbourne United: 9.33 (8.34%)
5. Perth Wildcats: 11.16 (6.97%)
6. Tasmania JackJumpers: 65 (1.2%)
7. New Zealand Breakers: 100 (0.78%)
8. Brisbane Bullets: 100 (0.78%)
9. Cairns Taipans: 100 (0.78%)
10. Illawarra Hawks: 100 (0.78%)
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