Illawarra Hawks vs Perth Wildcats predictions, Jan 31, 2026

Jan 30, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Illawarra

Perth

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In what promises to be an exciting matchup, the Illawarra Hawks will face off against the Perth Wildcats at home on January 31, 2026. The Hawks have won 2 of their last 5 matches, while the Wildcats are coming in strong with 4 wins in their last 5 games.

Both teams have shown tactical strengths in recent games, with the Wildcats demonstrating their ability to control the pace of play and execute efficiently on offense. On the other hand, the Hawks have displayed resilience on defense and have been able to capitalize on their opportunities on the offensive end.

The bookmakers’ odds slightly favor the Perth Wildcats, with a 1.59 probability of an away win compared to the Illawarra Hawks’ 2.14 odds at home. However, our model predicts a close contest with a 50.4% chance of a home win and a 49.6% chance of an away win.

With both teams in good form and showcasing their strengths, this matchup is bound to be a competitive and thrilling game that could go either way.

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Illawarra
42.6%		 Perth
57.4%

Outrights of Australian NBL Illawarra Hawks: 2.9%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Pinnacle 2.14 1.59

Latest Results

29.01.26 Sydney Kings – Illawarra Hawks – 122:104
26.01.26 Brisbane Bullets – Illawarra Hawks – 75:113
24.01.26 Tasmania JackJumpers – Illawarra Hawks – 91:101
16.01.26 Perth Wildcats – Illawarra Hawks – 92:87
10.01.26 Illawarra Hawks – New Zealand Breakers – 96:101		 28.01.26 Perth Wildcats – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 101:93
25.01.26 Perth Wildcats – Melbourne United – 73:74
22.01.26 Perth Wildcats – Cairns Taipans – 106:69
16.01.26 Perth Wildcats – Illawarra Hawks – 92:87
10.01.26 South East Melbourne Phoenix – Perth Wildcats – 97:107

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Illawarra won 3.
  • Illawarra has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Perth is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Perth may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Illawarra has had a series of away games.
  • Recently, Perth has had a series of home games.
  • Perth will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Illawarra won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 11 matches, and goals 1808:1806. (average 90.4:90.3).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Illawarra won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 847:826. (average 94.1:91.8).

    Latest Head To Head

    16.01.26 Perth Wildcats – Illawarra Hawks – 92:87
    25.10.25 Perth Wildcats – Illawarra Hawks – 84:85
    02.10.25 Perth Wildcats – Illawarra Hawks – 92:84
    29.08.25 Illawarra Hawks – Perth Wildcats – 100:92
    21.12.24 Illawarra Hawks – Perth Wildcats – 120:88

    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 28 18 10 2595:2445 0.643
    5 Perth 28 17 11 2528:2406 0.607
    6 Tasmania JackJumpers 28 12 16 2401:2406 0.429
    7 New Zealand Breakers 27 10 17 2443:2487 0.370
    8 Illawarra Hawks 27 10 17 2483:2613 0.370
    9 Cairns Taipans 27 7 20 2232:2621 0.259
    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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