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In an exciting match-up on January 16, 2026, the Perth Wildcats will face off against the Illawarra Hawks in a highly-anticipated Australian NBL showdown. The Perth Wildcats come into this game in strong form, having secured victories in 4 of their last 5 matches. Their home court advantage will surely play a crucial role in boosting their confidence and performance. On the other hand, the Illawarra Hawks have had a slightly more inconsistent run with 2 wins in their last 5 games.
Looking at the bookmakers’ odds, the Perth Wildcats are considered the favorites with odds of 1.28 for a home win, while the Illawarra Hawks are the underdogs with odds of 3.75 for an away victory. When it comes to tactical strengths, the Perth Wildcats have shown solid defensive organization and efficient scoring abilities, while the Illawarra Hawks will look to capitalize on their fast-paced style of play and sharpshooting from beyond the arc.
In what promises to be an exciting clash, both teams will be eager to secure a crucial win. The outcome of this match remains unpredictable, as anything can happen in basketball.
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| Perth 73% |
Illawarra 27% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 94:86
Outrights of Australian NBL Illawarra Hawks: 1.08%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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1.27 | 3.5 | ||
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1.23 | 3.6 | Watch and Bet |
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1.3 | 3.25 | ||
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1.29 | 3.14 | ||
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1.28 | 3.75 |
Latest Results
| 10.01.26 South East Melbourne Phoenix – Perth Wildcats – 97:107 03.01.26 New Zealand Breakers – Perth Wildcats – 91:99 01.01.26 Brisbane Bullets – Perth Wildcats – 75:95 27.12.25 Adelaide 36ers – Perth Wildcats – 95:84 20.12.25 Tasmania JackJumpers – Perth Wildcats – 85:94 |
10.01.26 Illawarra Hawks – New Zealand Breakers – 96:101 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 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 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 06.12.24 Perth Wildcats – Illawarra Hawks – 111:121 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | L | PCT | |||
| 1 | Adelaide | 24 | 19 | 5 | 2204:2044 | 0.792 |
| 2 | South East Melbourne | 24 | 16 | 8 | 2372:2191 | 0.667 |
| 3 | Sydney | 24 | 15 | 9 | 2289:2065 | 0.625 |
| 4 | Melbourne United | 25 | 15 | 10 | 2344:2229 | 0.600 |
| 5 | Perth | 24 | 14 | 10 | 2156:2083 | 0.583 |
| 6 | Tasmania JackJumpers | 25 | 12 | 13 | 2139:2121 | 0.480 |
| 7 | New Zealand Breakers | 24 | 9 | 15 | 2113:2166 | 0.375 |
| 8 | Illawarra Hawks | 23 | 8 | 15 | 2078:2233 | 0.348 |
| 9 | Cairns Taipans | 24 | 7 | 17 | 1986:2293 | 0.292 |
| 10 | Brisbane Bullets | 25 | 6 | 19 | 2121:2377 | 0.240 |
Australian NBL Outrights
1. Adelaide 36ers: 2.4 (35.97%)
2. Sydney Kings: 4.5 (19.19%)
3. South East Melbourne: 4.5 (19.19%)
4. Melbourne United: 9 (9.59%)
5. Tasmania JackJumpers: 13 (6.64%)
6. Perth Wildcats: 15 (5.76%)
7. Illawarra Hawks: 80 (1.08%)
8. New Zealand Breakers: 100 (0.86%)
9. Brisbane Bullets: 100 (0.86%)
10. Cairns Taipans: 100 (0.86%)
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