Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets predictions, Jan 21, 2026

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In a highly anticipated matchup in the Australian NBL, Melbourne United will face off against the Brisbane Bullets on January 21, 2026. With Melbourne playing at home, they have been given the clear favorite by bookmakers with odds of 1.16, while Brisbane is the underdog at 4.33.

Recent form suggests that Melbourne United has been the stronger team, winning 2 out of their last 5 matches, compared to Brisbane Bullets who have yet to secure a victory in their last 5 games. Melbourne’s ability to secure wins even when facing tough opponents gives them a clear advantage heading into this match.

Both teams will need to focus on their tactical strengths to secure a win. Melbourne United will likely rely on their strong defense to limit Brisbane’s scoring opportunities, while Brisbane Bullets will need to work on their offensive game to overcome Melbourne’s tough defense.

Despite Melbourne United’s recent success, anything can happen in sports, and Brisbane Bullets will be eager to turn their luck around. Fans can expect an exciting and competitive matchup between these two teams.

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Melbourne 80.3%

Brisbane Bullets 19.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 94:83

Outrights of Australian NBL Melbourne United: 30.22% Brisbane Bullets: 0.88%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.16		4.7
	1.1		5.37	Watch and Bet
	1.18		4.33
	1.16		4.33
	1.19		4.85

Latest Results

17.01.26 Melbourne United – Tasmania JackJumpers – 79:77 11.01.26 Sydney Kings – Melbourne United – 97:94 07.01.26 Melbourne United – Cairns Taipans – 92:93 03.01.26 Tasmania JackJumpers – Melbourne United – 84:75 27.12.25 Brisbane Bullets – Melbourne United – 87:92

15.01.26 Sydney Kings – Brisbane Bullets – 95:80 12.01.26 Cairns Taipans – Brisbane Bullets – 86:83 04.01.26 Brisbane Bullets – Adelaide 36ers – 86:97 01.01.26 Brisbane Bullets – Perth Wildcats – 75:95 30.12.25 Sydney Kings – Brisbane Bullets – 95:70

Facts

A mid-table team will face off against the outsider in this match (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ NBL (Play Offs: Quarter~finals) and 10).

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Melbourne won 5.

Melbourne has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Brisbane Bullets is going through a series of losses (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).

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

In this match, Melbourne is the undisputed favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Melbourne won 18 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 1968:1729. (average 98.4:86.5).

Including home matches between the teams, Melbourne won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 870:738. (average 96.7:82).

Latest Head To Head

27.12.25 Brisbane Bullets – Melbourne United – 87:92 15.11.25 Melbourne United – Brisbane Bullets – 99:93 17.10.25 Brisbane Bullets – Melbourne United – 86:95 30.08.25 Melbourne United – Brisbane Bullets – 98:60 25.01.25 Brisbane Bullets – Melbourne United – 88:115

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	L		PCT
1	Adelaide	25	19	6	2293:2152	0.760
2	South East Melbourne	25	17	8	2480:2280	0.680
3	Sydney	25	16	9	2384:2145	0.640
4	Melbourne United	26	16	10	2423:2306	0.615
5	Perth	25	15	10	2248:2170	0.600
6	Tasmania JackJumpers	26	12	14	2216:2200	0.462
7	New Zealand Breakers	25	10	15	2217:2252	0.400
8	Illawarra Hawks	24	8	16	2165:2325	0.333
9	Cairns Taipans	25	7	18	2072:2397	0.280
10	Brisbane Bullets	26	6	20	2201:2472	0.231

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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