South East Melbourne Phoenix vs New Zealand Breakers predictions, Jan 21, 2026

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In an anticipated basketball showdown in the Australian NBL, the South East Melbourne Phoenix will face off against the New Zealand Breakers at home on January 21, 2026. Both teams have been in solid form recently, with the Phoenix winning 4 of their last 5 matches and the Breakers securing victories in 3 of their last 5.

The bookmakers have given the South East Melbourne Phoenix the edge in this matchup, with odds of 1.31 for a home win, compared to 3.6 for an away win by the New Zealand Breakers. Our model prediction also leans towards the Phoenix, estimating a 72.4% probability of a home victory.

The Phoenix have shown their strength in the past few games, while the Breakers have also proven to be a competitive force. It will be interesting to see which team can capitalize on their recent successes and come out on top in this highly anticipated matchup. With both teams in good form, this game has the potential to be a close and thrilling contest.

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South East Melbourne
73.3%
NZ Breakers
26.7%

Outrights of Australian NBL South East Melbourne: 11.3% New Zealand Breakers: 2.48%

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Betting Odds

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Best for US Customers 1.31 3.6

Latest Results

17.01.26 Adelaide 36ers – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 89:108
10.01.26 South East Melbourne Phoenix – Perth Wildcats – 97:107
08.01.26 South East Melbourne Phoenix – Illawarra Hawks – 124:113 OT
05.01.26 Sydney Kings – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 117:124
31.12.25 Cairns Taipans – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 96:111
17.01.26 Cairns Taipans – New Zealand Breakers – 86:104
10.01.26 Illawarra Hawks – New Zealand Breakers – 96:101
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

Facts

  • Get ready for a battle between the top and the middle of the table (ranked 2 in the zone Promotion ~ NBL (Play Offs: Semi~finals) and 7).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, South East Melbourne won 4.
  • South East Melbourne is showing really good form (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • In recent matches, NZ Breakers has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • South East Melbourne may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, South East Melbourne is considered a favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, South East Melbourne won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 1819:1727. (average 91:86.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, South East Melbourne won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 932:862. (average 93.2:86.2).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.12.25 South East Melbourne Phoenix – New Zealand Breakers – 92:80
    11.10.25 New Zealand Breakers – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 81:87
    29.08.25 South East Melbourne Phoenix – New Zealand Breakers – 101:109
    18.01.25 South East Melbourne Phoenix – New Zealand Breakers – 102:89
    24.10.24 New Zealand Breakers – South East Melbourne Phoenix – 62:88

    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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