Illawarra Hawks vs Tasmania JackJumpers Tips & Live Stream - Magnay magic & points predicted in NBL
The Illawarra Hawks face the Tasmania JackJumpers in a matchup expected to be high-scoring, with both teams ranking among the NBL's top three for points per game. Illawarra's games are averaging 202 total points and their defense has struggled, conceding 100+ points in four straight games. Tasmania comes in with momentum after three consecutive wins, and Will Magnay’s strong form (17.5 points per game) makes him a player to watch. The main tip is over 188.5 total points, with Magnay also predicted to score 15+ points.
- Both Illawarra and Tasmania rank among the NBL's top three teams for points per game, signaling a high-scoring encounter.
- Illawarra's games average 202 total points, with four of their last five exceeding 188.5.
- Will Magnay is in strong scoring form for Tasmania, averaging 17.5 points and tipped for 15+ against Illawarra.
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- Illawarra Hawks vs Tasmania JackJumpers Verdict
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Illawarra Hawks vs Tasmania JackJumpers Verdict
Illawarra Hawks host the Tasmania JackJumpers in what promises to be a high-scoring game with over 188.5 points. JackJumper Will Magnay is value to score over 15 points.
- Illawarra rank second in the NBL with 97.2 points per game.
- Tasmania rank third with 94.0 points per game.
- Illawarra games are averaging 202.0 total points, with four of five going over.
- Will Magnay is averaging 17.5 points per game this season.
Head to Head
Tasmania hold a narrow 9-8 advantage across the 17 meetings between these teams, although Illawarra have won the past three.
The Hawks won all three meetings last season, including a 106-70 victory in Tasmania in their most recent matchup.
Illawarra Hawks Form
Illawarra are 1-4 after suffering a 113-96 loss to South East Melbourne on Sunday, continuing a season where scoring hasn't been the problem.
The Hawks have reached at least 95 points in four of their five games and lead the NBL with 22.4 assists per game.
Milton Doyle produced 14 points and 11 assists against the Phoenix, but Illawarra again struggled defensively as South East Melbourne shot 39% from three.
The Hawks have now conceded 100+ points in four consecutive games.
Tasmania JackJumpers Form
Tasmania improved to 3-1 with an impressive 109-99 overtime win in Brisbane, their third consecutive victory after losing their season opener.
The JackJumpers overturned another sizeable deficit, with Taran Armstrong scoring 29 points and Josh Bannan adding 22 points, 11 rebounds and five assists.
Tasmania shot 53.2% from two-point range and have now lifted their season average to 94.0 points per game.
Magnay has also been a consistent scoring option inside, averaging 17.5 points through the opening rounds.
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Verdict
Back over 188.5 total points between two of the league's top three scoring teams, with Will Magnay 15+ points also tipped against Illawarra's struggling defence.
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