Melbourne Phoenix vs Cairns Taipans Prediction 17 October 2026

    📢What tactical schemes can be used against zone defense? South East Melbourne Phoenix and Cairns Taipans will show us their offensive options as they clash on 17 October at 06:30 in the "NBL" tournament. The favorite for the match is the South East Melbourne Phoenix team, and the victory of each side is rated as follows: against . We will analyze how accurate the bookmakers' ratings are in our prediction.

    Head-to-Head

    📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams South East Melbourne Phoenix and Cairns Taipans:

    • played 25 matches;
    • wins (including extra time): 16 for today's home team and 9 for the guests;
    • the home team averages 94.72 points per match, the guests - 87.44;
    • average total match points - 182.16.

    The last confrontation took place on 27 August 2026 at the venue of South East Melbourne Phoenix and ended with a score of 95:99.

    Head-to-head statistics Melbourne Phoenix - Cairns Taipans

    64%
    16 Wins
    36%
    9 Wins
    27.08.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    95
    99
    22
    27
    30
    30
    27
    29
    16
    13
    24.01.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    118
    91
    16
    26
    33
    26
    32
    15
    37
    24
    31.12.25
    NBL
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    96
    111
    28
    21
    24
    27
    26
    35
    18
    28
    14.11.25
    NBL
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    90
    101
    24
    28
    15
    36
    23
    20
    28
    17
    20.09.25
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    114
    77
    23
    15
    36
    20
    29
    26
    26
    16
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    South East Melbourne Phoenix Team Overview

    📊The South East Melbourne Phoenix team went through the last ten-game stretch, leaving behind a trail of splendid games and unforgettable moments. 4 wins and 6 losses are the figures that can be seen in this segment in the post-match protocols.

    🏀The athletes demonstrated outstanding offensive qualities, scoring 971 points during this time, and maintaining an average score of 97.1 points per game. This result is not only due to individual skill but also the skillful combination of efforts by the entire team.

    🚧The defense also deserves attention, as with 96 points conceded, the team confirmed its reliability and cohesion in defensive actions. Every mistake in defense was thoroughly analyzed to improve the game.

    ❕The successes at the home venue are especially noteworthy, where 97.2 points were scored in the last 10 matches. This speaks to the team's extraordinary ability to interact and dominate when they play at home.

    Match Results: South East Melbourne Phoenix

    15.10.26
    NBL
    Brisbane Bullets
    Brisbane Bullets
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    115
    105
    30
    24
    26
    31
    34
    29
    25
    21
    L
    10.10.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Melbourne United
    Melbourne United
    99
    104
    30
    17
    23
    28
    21
    29
    25
    30
    L
    04.10.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Illawarra Hawks
    Illawarra Hawks
    113
    96
    23
    23
    36
    18
    26
    32
    28
    23
    W
    02.10.26
    NBL
    Perth Wildcats
    Perth Wildcats
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    92
    88
    26
    24
    22
    22
    22
    21
    22
    21
    L
    24.09.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Melbourne United
    Melbourne United
    61
    86
    14
    16
    21
    29
    22
    24
    4
    17
    L
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    Cairns Taipans Team Overview

    📊Playing away always poses special challenges, but the team Cairns Taipans managed to overcome them with dignity, achieving 6 victories in a stretch of 10 matches. These achievements were made possible not only by the individual skills of the players but also by their ability to work as a single organism.

    🏀The total number of points scored over the same period - 941 points - highlights the efficiency of the team's attack, which does not lose its potential even in the absence of home support.

    🚧The defensive play, with the team averaging 95.7 points conceded, deserves special attention. In away matches, where every detail matters, the club demonstrated high concentration and mutual support.

    Match Results: Cairns Taipans

    11.10.26
    NBL
    Illawarra Hawks
    Illawarra Hawks
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    100
    110
    27
    28
    23
    29
    27
    29
    23
    24
    W
    08.10.26
    NBL
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    Brisbane Bullets
    Brisbane Bullets
    97
    91
    23
    17
    24
    33
    27
    22
    23
    19
    W
    03.10.26
    NBL
    Melbourne United
    Melbourne United
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    95
    107
    14
    18
    32
    29
    35
    25
    14
    35
    W
    30.09.26
    NBL
    New Zealand Breakers
    New Zealand Breakers
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    98
    75
    19
    18
    23
    17
    30
    25
    26
    15
    L
    27.09.26
    NBL
    Adelaide 36Ers
    Adelaide 36Ers
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    83
    69
    32
    17
    20
    17
    15
    17
    16
    18
    L
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    Prediction for the 1st quarter

    Head-to-Head Matches:

    • Total encounters - 25;
    • First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 7; for the visitors on the road - 4;
    • Average total points in the first quarter: 48.44;
    • Today's home team averages 25.04, while the visitors average 23.4.

    First Quarter Stats: South East Melbourne Phoenix (home) vs Cairns Taipans (away)

    • Tournament matches played: 9 vs 10;
    • Number of wins: 5 (55.56%) vs 4 (40%);
    • Number of losses: 3 (33.33%) vs 6 (60%);
    • Number of draws: 1 (11.11%) vs 0 (0%).
    • Average points scored: 25.22 vs 22.4;
    • Average points conceded: 20.11 vs 26.8.

    Last 10 Matches (Overall):

    • Number of wins: 4 vs 5;
    • Number of losses: 5 vs 5;
    • Number of draws: 1 vs 0;
    • Average first quarter total: 47.7 (scored - 25.2, conceded - 22.5) vs 47.2 (scored - 23.1, conceded - 24.1).
    Trends
    • South East Melbourne Phoenix scored under 24.5 points in the 1st quarter in 6 of last 7 games (NBL).
    👉Prediction: 1st Quarter, South East Melbourne Phoenix Total points Under (24,5) (odds: 1.93)

    Total points Over (191,5)
    Odds-130
    Published: 16/10/2026, 07:22
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    Betting Tips: South East Melbourne Phoenix - Cairns Taipans

    South East Melbourne Phoenix lost the 3rd quarter:
    south-east-melbourne-phoenixin last 7 games (NBL).
    south-east-melbourne-phoenixin 6 of last 7 home games (NBL).
    3rd Quarter Cairns Taipans to Win
    +110
    South East Melbourne Phoenix lost the 2nd half:
    south-east-melbourne-phoenixin last 6 games (NBL).
    south-east-melbourne-phoenixin last 5 home games (NBL).
    2nd Half Cairns Taipans to Win
    +107
    Cairns Taipans scored under 54.5 points in the 2nd half:
    cairns-taipansin 25 of last 27 away games (NBL).
    cairns-taipansin 6 of last 7 games (NBL).
    2nd Half, Cairns Taipans Total points Under (54,5)
    -455
    South East Melbourne Phoenix scored under 24.5 points in the 1st quarter:
    south-east-melbourne-phoenixin 6 of last 7 games (NBL).
    1st Quarter, South East Melbourne Phoenix Total points Under (24,5)
    -108
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    Melbourne Phoenix - Cairns Taipans Table position

    Group stage
    MPWLForm
    5.
    Brisbane Bullets
    Brisbane Bullets
    101
    6.
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    101
    7.
    Tasmania Jackjumpers
    Tasmania Jackjumpers
    000
    8.
    Illawarra Hawks
    Illawarra Hawks
    000
    9.
    Perth Wildcats
    Perth Wildcats
    000
    10.
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    000