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

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

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
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).
- South East Melbourne Phoenix scored under 24.5 points in the 1st quarter in 6 of last 7 games (NBL).