Illawarra Hawks vs New Zealand Breakers predictions, Jan 10, 2026

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In a highly anticipated matchup in the Australian NBL, the Illawarra Hawks will face off against the New Zealand Breakers on January 10, 2026. The Hawks will enjoy home-court advantage in this clash, looking to capitalize on their recent form with 2 wins in their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Breakers have struggled slightly with only 1 win in their last 5 games.

According to bookmakers, the odds are in favor of the Illawarra Hawks with a 1.42 chance of winning at home, compared to the New Zealand Breakers’ 2.73 odds for an away victory. Our model prediction also gives the Hawks a 63.7% probability of coming out on top, with a final predicted score of 94-88 in their favor.

Both teams will need to showcase their tactical strengths to secure a victory in what promises to be a closely contested battle. While the odds may lean towards the Hawks, anything can happen in sports, making this matchup one to watch for basketball fans.

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Illawarra 66.1%

NZ Breakers 33.9%

Prediction (the most likely score): 94:88

Outrights of Australian NBL Illawarra Hawks: 4.3% New Zealand Breakers: 2.48%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.39		2.69	Watch and Bet
	1.44		2.63
	1.41		2.95

Latest Results

08.01.26 South East Melbourne Phoenix – Illawarra Hawks – 124:113 OT 03.01.26 Illawarra Hawks – Cairns Taipans – 96:78 31.12.25 Illawarra Hawks – Tasmania JackJumpers – 92:90 25.12.25 Sydney Kings – Illawarra Hawks – 108:84 20.12.25 Illawarra Hawks – Adelaide 36ers – 78:84

09.01.26 New Zealand Breakers – Sydney Kings – 62:103 03.01.26 New Zealand Breakers – Perth Wildcats – 91:99 26.12.25 Tasmania JackJumpers – New Zealand Breakers – 80:81 OT 22.12.25 Brisbane Bullets – New Zealand Breakers – 99:85 19.12.25 Cairns Taipans – New Zealand Breakers – 99:95

Facts

The two neighboring teams will play an exciting match (ranked 7 and 8)

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Illawarra won 3.

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

NZ Breakers is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

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

Illawarra might have a minor edge in this game.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Illawarra won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 1606:1622. (average 80.3:81.1).

Including home matches between the teams, Illawarra won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 852:863. (average 77.5:78.5).

Latest Head To Head

31.10.25 Illawarra Hawks – New Zealand Breakers – 60:102 08.10.25 New Zealand Breakers – Illawarra Hawks – 117:88 05.02.25 New Zealand Breakers – Illawarra Hawks – 82:96 11.01.25 Illawarra Hawks – New Zealand Breakers – 108:100 28.11.24 Illawarra Hawks – New Zealand Breakers – 109:71

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Adelaide	24	19	5	2204:2044	0.792
2	South East Melbourne	23	16	7	2275:2084	0.696
3	Melbourne United	24	15	9	2250:2132	0.625
4	Sydney	23	14	9	2192:1971	0.609
5	Perth	23	13	10	2049:1986	0.565
6	Tasmania JackJumpers	25	12	13	2139:2121	0.480
7	Illawarra Hawks	22	8	14	1982:2132	0.364
8	New Zealand Breakers	23	8	15	2012:2070	0.348
9	Cairns Taipans	23	6	17	1898:2210	0.261
10	Brisbane Bullets	24	6	18	2038:2289	0.250

Australian NBL Outrights

1. Adelaide 36ers: 2.4 (33.17%)

2. Melbourne United: 2.63 (30.22%)

3. South East Melbourne: 7.03 (11.3%)

4. Sydney Kings: 9.33 (8.52%)

5. Perth Wildcats: 11.16 (7.12%)

6. Illawarra Hawks: 18.5 (4.3%)

7. New Zealand Breakers: 32 (2.48%)

8. Tasmania JackJumpers: 65 (1.22%)

9. Brisbane Bullets: 90 (0.88%)

10. Cairns Taipans: 100 (0.79%)

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