NBL Round 2 Expert Tips & Predictions

The NBL tips off this week for Round 2 action, kicking off with the United vs. Phoenix on Thursday night.

We have NBL betting tips for every game in 2025/26, including this week’s featured games between the Breakers vs. Wildcats and Hawks vs. JackJumpers.

NBL Round 2 Predictions

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Thursday 25/9/25

7:30pm United vs. Phoenix @ John Cain Arena

Betting Tip: United –3.5 @ $1.90

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It was an excellent opening week for United, who went 2-0, including an epic win over the JackJumpers in the opening game.

It bodes well for their matchup against fellow Melbourne team the Phoenix, who won their only game last week against the Taipans. However, beating Cairns isn’t exactly a good form guide.

We expect United to win and cover the spread, as they look to make an early statement.

United by 6

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Friday 26/9/25

7:30pm Taipans vs. Bullets @ Cairns Convention Centre

Betting Tip: Bullets –6.5 @ $1.90

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We expected a fast start for the Bullets, who took care of the Breakers with ease in Auckland last week.

They did suffer an injury blow to their captain, but given the amount of talent on the team, including Casey Prather, they’re good enough to put the Taipans to bed early.

We expect the Taipans to win the wooden spoon, and after scoring just 77 points last week, another big loss is on the cards.

Bullets by 10

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Saturday 27/9/25

5:30pm Breakers vs. Wildcats @ Spark Arena

Betting Tip: Breakers @ $2.38

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It was a rough opening week for the Breakers, but this is the best time to back them.

They play at home against a Wildcats team coming off a loss and having to travel a long distance, so everything points towards a win for the home side.

They just need to make shots from the outside, which they haven’t done, but they have enough ability to beat Perth at generous odds.

Breakers by 5

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8:00pm Hawks vs. JackJumpers @ WIN Entertainment Centre

Betting Tip: Hawks @ $1.70

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The Hawks didn’t play NBL basketball last week as they were playing in a champions tournament, but the defending champions should play well.

They should relish the occasion when playing at home in front of adoring fans, and although the JackJumpers won their most recent game in fine style, the Hawks should measure up given the big occasion.

Getting $1.70 is a good price from bookmakers, so include them in NBL multi bets.

Hawks by 4

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Sunday 28/9/25

2:30pm Kings vs. Taipans @ Qudos Bank Arena

Betting Tip: Kings -6.5 @ $1.90

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The Kings should fancy their chances of beating the Taipans, who could endure another tough week in the NBL.

Sydney is the fresher side having not played last week, and it has been biding its time. The Kings are expected to make a good fist of it in 2025, and we expect the Taipans to finish near the bottom of the NBL ladder.

Covering a –6.5 spread isn’t easy, but the home side should get it done.

Kings by 8

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4:30pm 36ers vs. Bullets @ Adelaide Entertainment Centre

Betting Tip: 36ers -4.5 @ $1.90

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The 36ers are another team making their season debut this week, and although we love what the Bullets are offering, Adelaide should win and cover the spread at home.

Expectations are high for the 36ers, and kicking off the 2025 campaign at home is an ideal situation on Sunday afternoon.

Look for money to come for the 36ers, who should win and cover the spread.

36ers by 7

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