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Illawarra Hawks vs Brisbane Bullets Betting Tips & Live Stream - Hawks to cover and go over total in NBL

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Ryan Tucker
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Last updated: Tue 09 Dec 2025 14:49
In an upcoming NBL game, the Illawarra Hawks are set to face the Brisbane Bullets, with both teams struggling defensively. The Hawks have managed to defeat the Bullets in their previous five encounters, showcasing a strong scoring record. Despite inconsistency, Illawarra aims for a much-needed win following a poor shooting performance against Cairns. Meanwhile, the Bullets' dismal season continues as they endure their fourth consecutive loss, exacerbated by injuries. Betting tips highlight Illawarra's potential to cover the line and star players Tyler Harvey and Alex Ducas to deliver strong performances.
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  • Illawarra Hawks have won last 5 games against Brisbane
  • Brisbane Bullets suffering 4-game losing streak
  • Key players Harvey & Ducas expected to perform strongly
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Two of the worst defences in the NBL meet. Brisbane have not had a good record in this fixture, losing and failed to cover in the last five clashes and that is tipped to continue.

  • Illawarra have won and covered in 5 straight games against Brisbane.
  • The Hawks have scored 100+ pts against Brisbane in 4 straight and own the best FG% over the last 5 games as well as the 2nd highest ppg average 94.4. 
  • Tyler Harvey has had a couple bad outings over the last few weeks, but expect him to rebound against a team where he has shot over 50% in 4 of his last 6.
  • Alex Ducas has averaged 5.6 three point attempts in his last 5 games.

Inconsistent Illawarra Hawks Seek Much Needed Win


Illawarra were belted on their home court last start by the equally horrible Cairns Taipans 93-76. Once again it was inconsistencies on the scoring end which saw the game slip away in the 2nd quarter and never return.

The Hawks shot just 38% from the field and 22.7% from distance in the loss. They were also heavily outrebounded 51-40 despite Cairns being the 2nd worst rebounding team in the league this season. 

Across the losses that Illawarra have incurred this season, many can be put down to poor shooting form and just not being able to put the ball in the basket. Their defence has slipped somewhat too allowing the 3rd highest opponent 3pt% in the NBL.

Brisbane Bullets Lose 4 In A Row


The Bullets tragic season continued last weekend in Adelaide as they slumped to their 4th straight loss, being belted 90-65.

Over their last 5 games, Brisbane are the worst scoring team - by a margin. They are averaging just 80.2 pts per game with every other team bar Sydney in the 90’s. Things aren’t much better on the defensive end, an opponent average of 97.2 pts per game through the same span ranks them 8th in the league.

Everyone knew it was going to be a tough challenge for the Bullets to round out the season with the injury bug hitting hard, but they have gotten much worse and it is difficult to see where they will be able to make improvements.

Verdict

Take the Hawks to extend the Bullets losing streak while also covering the line. Their team total is set high but they have hit in 2 of their last 3 and in the previous matchup against Brisbane. Tyler Harvey to score 20+ and Alex Ducas to hit 2+ threes.

Best Bet1: Illawarra -6 Line @6/7 at Hollywood bets - 2 Units
Best Bet2: Hawks over 94.5 Team Total @9/10 at bet365 - 2 Units
Best Bet3: T Harvey 20+ Points @43/20 at Star Sports - 1 Unit
Best Bet4: A Ducas 2+ Threes made @6/5 at Hollywood bets - 1 Unit
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