United vs. Phoenix Predictions

We have United vs. Phoenix predictions for Round 22 of the NBL on Thursday, February 19 at 7:30 PM at John Cain Arena.

The all-Melbourne battle has plenty of importance, with United pushing for a top four spot and the Phoenix wanting a top two position.

United vs. Phoenix Predictions

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Best Bet

Phoenix –5.5 @ $1.90

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It was a one-sided game when the Phoenix last played against the United, scoring a 111-86 romp at John Cain Arena in December.

We predict something similar in Round 22, as the Phoenix look to close out the regular season with a big performance against their rivals. They want to enter the NBL playoffs on a winning run, and this is a good matchup for them.

United hasn’t played well over the last couple of months after looking like title contenders after 10 weeks. It has been a disappointing run, so the Phoenix should capitalise and produce an easy win to cover the –5.5 spread.

Nathan Sobey is due a big scoring night, and if he goes off, United won’t be able to stick with them.

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Same Game Multi

Phoenix -5.5, Nathan Sobey 20+ Points, Owen Foxwell 4+ Rebounds, Under 192.5 Points @ $9.75

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Sobey has gone under 20 points in his last two games, but he should have a better scoring night against United. He will get open shots throughout the night, and given the importance of this game, he should be fully focused.

Owen Foxwell has been a good bet in the rebounding department. He comes off three consecutive games with 4+ rebounds, so we’re taking the $2.12 odds.

Under 192.5 points is included in our picks. They combined for 197 in their recent meeting, but we can’t see the Phoenix scoring 111 points again. United could struggle to score, so the under is a good play.

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Best Value Bet

Phoenix Halftime/Fulltime @ $1.92

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We priced Phoenix halftime/fulltime at around $1.80, so we’re taking the value available with bookmakers.

The Phoenix are good at starting well, and they can build a big early lead. It’s why they’ve been so good over the last few months, and slowing down their scoring is proving difficult.

Look for the Phoenix to start well and lead at the half before cruising home in the second half.

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