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The upcoming Australian NBL clash between the Perth Wildcats and the Adelaide 36ers on February 20, 2026, promises to be a thrilling encounter. The Wildcats are enjoying a solid run of form, securing victories in 4 of their last 5 matches. With a home-court advantage at their esteemed venue, Perth will look to leverage their strong defensive tactics and efficient scoring to capitalize on their momentum.
On the other hand, the Adelaide 36ers have also demonstrated competitive spirit, winning 3 of their last 5 fixtures. Their offensive capabilities will be crucial as they attempt to disrupt the Wildcats’ rhythm, particularly by exploiting potential gaps in their defense. The odds reflect a closely contested matchup, with bookmakers favoring Perth slightly at 1.74 compared to Adelaide’s 1.92.
Model predictions indicate a tight contest, with a 50.2% probability for a home win and 49.8% for an away victory, suggesting that both teams have a genuine shot at clinching the win. The predicted final score is tight at 93:91, highlighting the competitive nature of this fixture. Fans can expect an engaging battle, but as always in sports, there are no guarantees.
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| Perth 53.3% |
Adelaide 46.7% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 93:91
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.74 | 1.93 | |||
| 1.75 | 1.95 | |||
| 1.71 | 1.96 | |||
| 1.76 | 2.1 |
Latest Results
| 15.02.26 Sydney Kings – Perth Wildcats – 102:84 13.02.26 Perth Wildcats – Brisbane Bullets – 94:75 06.02.26 Perth Wildcats – Cairns Taipans – 98:84 31.01.26 Illawarra Hawks – Perth Wildcats – 99:106 28.01.26 Perth Wildcats – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 101:93 |
14.02.26 Adelaide 36ers – New Zealand Breakers – 92:89 07.02.26 Melbourne United – Adelaide 36ers – 76:87 05.02.26 Illawarra Hawks – Adelaide 36ers – 100:99 31.01.26 Adelaide 36ers – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 77:97 28.01.26 Brisbane Bullets – Adelaide 36ers – 74:107 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 27.12.25 Adelaide 36ers – Perth Wildcats – 95:84 07.12.25 Perth Wildcats – Adelaide 36ers – 94:95 08.11.25 Adelaide 36ers – Perth Wildcats – 87:94 07.02.25 Perth Wildcats – Adelaide 36ers – 112:104 17.01.25 Perth Wildcats – Adelaide 36ers – 110:103 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | L | PCT | |||
| 1 | Sydney | 32 | 23 | 9 | 3159:2802 | 0.719 |
| 2 | Adelaide | 32 | 23 | 9 | 2968:2804 | 0.719 |
| 3 | South East Melbourne | 32 | 22 | 10 | 3233:2966 | 0.688 |
| 4 | Perth | 32 | 20 | 12 | 2910:2766 | 0.625 |
| 5 | Melbourne United | 32 | 19 | 13 | 2946:2814 | 0.594 |
| 6 | Tasmania JackJumpers | 32 | 14 | 18 | 2803:2781 | 0.438 |
| 7 | New Zealand Breakers | 32 | 12 | 20 | 2907:2974 | 0.375 |
| 8 | Illawarra Hawks | 32 | 12 | 20 | 2971:3135 | 0.375 |
| 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: 1.69 (47.3%)
2. South East Melbourne: 3.37 (23.81%)
3. Adelaide 36ers: 4.72 (16.99%)
4. Perth Wildcats: 11.16 (7.18%)
5. Melbourne United: 23 (3.48%)
6. Tasmania JackJumpers: 65 (1.23%)
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