Cairns Taipans vs Sydney Kings predictions, Feb 01, 2026

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In a highly anticipated match in the Australian NBL, the Cairns Taipans will face off against the Sydney Kings at home on February 1, 2026. Both teams have been displaying different levels of form in their recent matches. The Cairns Taipans have won 2 of their last 5 games, while the Sydney Kings have been in exceptional form, winning all 5 of their last matches.

The home team, Cairns Taipans, will be looking to capitalize on their home court advantage and improve their recent form. On the other hand, the Sydney Kings will be aiming to continue their winning streak and maintain their position at the top of the league table.

When it comes to the bookmakers’ odds, the Sydney Kings are clear favorites with odds of 1.08, while the home team, Cairns Taipans, are underdogs with odds of 5.86.

Overall, this promises to be an exciting and competitive match between two strong teams. Both sides have their tactical strengths and weaknesses, and the outcome of the game is still uncertain. Fans can expect an intense battle on the court as both teams fight for victory.

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Taipans 13.1%

Sydney 86.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 86:101

Outrights of Australian NBL Cairns Taipans: 0.78%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	6.93		1.05	Watch and Bet
	7.5		1.08
	6.15		1.07
	8		1.09

Latest Results

30.01.26 Cairns Taipans – Tasmania JackJumpers – 96:93 OT 24.01.26 South East Melbourne Phoenix – Cairns Taipans – 118:91 22.01.26 Perth Wildcats – Cairns Taipans – 106:69 17.01.26 Cairns Taipans – New Zealand Breakers – 86:104 12.01.26 Cairns Taipans – Brisbane Bullets – 86:83

29.01.26 Sydney Kings – Illawarra Hawks – 122:104 24.01.26 Sydney Kings – Adelaide 36ers – 106:101 22.01.26 Sydney Kings – Tasmania JackJumpers – 103:94 15.01.26 Sydney Kings – Brisbane Bullets – 95:80 11.01.26 Sydney Kings – Melbourne United – 97:94

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Taipans won 1.

In recent matches, Taipans has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Sydney is in great form and has won several matches in a row (last 5 games: 5 wins).

Sydney may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

Recently, Sydney has had a series of home games.

In this match, Sydney is the clear favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Taipans won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 1641:1793. (average 82.1:89.7).

Including home matches between the teams, Taipans won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 663:689. (average 82.9:86.1).

Latest Head To Head

21.12.25 Sydney Kings – Cairns Taipans – 119:77 28.09.25 Sydney Kings – Cairns Taipans – 74:77 12.01.25 Sydney Kings – Cairns Taipans – 91:87 29.11.24 Cairns Taipans – Sydney Kings – 75:81 12.10.24 Sydney Kings – Cairns Taipans – 99:73

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Adelaide	28	21	7	2613:2442	0.750
2	Sydney	28	19	9	2717:2444	0.679
3	South East Melbourne	28	19	9	2814:2588	0.679
4	Melbourne United	29	18	11	2690:2542	0.621
5	Perth	28	17	11	2528:2406	0.607
6	Tasmania JackJumpers	29	12	17	2494:2502	0.414
7	New Zealand Breakers	28	11	17	2540:2582	0.393
8	Illawarra Hawks	27	10	17	2483:2613	0.370
9	Cairns Taipans	28	8	20	2328:2714	0.286
10	Brisbane Bullets	29	6	23	2416:2790	0.207

Australian NBL Outrights

1. Adelaide 36ers: 1.32 (59.18%)

2. South East Melbourne: 4.26 (18.4%)

3. Sydney Kings: 6.56 (11.94%)

4. Illawarra Hawks: 27 (2.9%)

5. New Zealand Breakers: 46 (1.7%)

6. Melbourne United: 46 (1.7%)

7. Perth Wildcats: 60 (1.31%)

8. Tasmania JackJumpers: 65 (1.21%)

9. Brisbane Bullets: 90 (0.87%)

10. Cairns Taipans: 100 (0.78%)

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