Melbourne Phoenix vs Cairns Taipans Prediction 24 January 2026

    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    118
    91
    16
    33
    32
    37
    26
    26
    15
    24

    🔈Which players can take on leadership in defense? The names of the best defenders will become known after the showdown between the teams South East Melbourne Phoenix and Cairns Taipans, which will take place on 24 January at 06:30 in the "NBL" tournament. After a thorough analysis of the match, we are ready to share our predictions regarding its possible outcome.

    Head-to-Head

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

    • played 23 matches;
    • wins (including extra time): 15 for today's home team and 8 for the guests;
    • the home team averages 93.7 points per match, the guests - 86.78;
    • average total match points - 180.48.

    The last confrontation took place on 31 December 2025 at the venue of Cairns Taipans and ended with a score of 96:111.

    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. 8 wins and 2 losses are the figures that can be seen in this segment in the post-match protocols.

    🏀The athletes demonstrated outstanding offensive qualities, scoring 1047 points during this time, and maintaining an average score of 104.7 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 95.9 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 108.6 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

    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
    L
    22.08.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Melbourne United
    Melbourne United
    91
    89
    15
    24
    26
    19
    19
    27
    31
    19
    W
    16.08.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    Saint Mary's Gaels
    Saint Mary's Gaels
    86
    64
    20
    15
    18
    18
    27
    12
    21
    19
    W
    06.08.26
    NBL
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    NBA G League United
    113
    60
    34
    13
    28
    20
    20
    11
    31
    16
    W
    17.03.26
    NBL
    Adelaide 36Ers
    Adelaide 36Ers
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    108
    96
    28
    17
    31
    28
    24
    19
    25
    32
    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 4 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 - 851 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 points conceded, deserves special attention. In away matches, where every detail matters, the club demonstrated high concentration and mutual support.

    Match Results: Cairns Taipans

    29.08.26
    NBL
    Melbourne United
    Melbourne United
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    113
    97
    26
    15
    31
    28
    27
    25
    29
    29
    L
    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
    W
    22.08.26
    NBL
    Perth Wildcats
    Perth Wildcats
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    102
    87
    37
    21
    26
    27
    23
    25
    16
    14
    L
    19.08.26
    NBL
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    Saint Mary's Gaels
    Saint Mary's Gaels
    91
    79
    20
    14
    27
    15
    21
    27
    23
    23
    W
    19.02.26
    NBL
    New Zealand Breakers
    New Zealand Breakers
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    115
    84
    24
    24
    37
    20
    27
    22
    27
    18
    L
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    Prediction for the 1st quarter

    Head-to-Head Matches:

    • Total encounters - 23;
    • First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 7; for the visitors on the road - 2;
    • Average total points in the first quarter: 48.7;
    • Today's home team averages 25.57, while the visitors average 23.13.

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

    • Tournament matches played: 18 vs 14;
    • Number of wins: 13 (72.22%) vs 5 (35.71%);
    • Number of losses: 4 (22.22%) vs 8 (57.14%);
    • Number of draws: 1 (5.56%) vs 1 (7.14%).
    • Average points scored: 26.44 vs 21;
    • Average points conceded: 21.83 vs 24.64.

    Last 10 Matches (Overall):

    • Number of wins: 4 vs 4;
    • Number of losses: 6 vs 5;
    • Number of draws: 0 vs 1;
    • Average first quarter total: 50.3 (scored - 25, conceded - 25.3) vs 44.2 (scored - 22.8, conceded - 21.4).
    Trends
    • Over 47.5 points in the 1st quarter in last 6 South East Melbourne Phoenix games (NBL).
    👉Prediction: 1st Quarter Total Over 47,5 (odds: 1.67)

    Prediction on the outcome

    H2H:

    • Number of encounters - 23;
    • Home team wins - 15, away team wins - 8.
    Trends
    • Cairns Taipans won with a +20.5 points handicap in 6 of last 7 games (NBL).
    👉Prediction: Cairns Taipans Handicap (+20,5) (odds: 1.51)

    1st Half Total Over 92,5
    Published: 22/01/2026, 23:25

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    Betting Tips: South East Melbourne Phoenix - Cairns Taipans

    Cairns Taipans lost the 2nd half:
    cairns-taipansin 9 of last 10 games (NBL).
    2nd Half South East Melbourne Phoenix Win
    -370
    Cairns Taipans lost the 3rd quarter:
    cairns-taipansin 9 of last 10 games (NBL).
    3rd Quarter South East Melbourne Phoenix Win
    -286
    Cairns Taipans lost the 4th quarter:
    cairns-taipansin 7 of last 8 games (NBL).
    4th Quarter South East Melbourne Phoenix Win
    -217
    South East Melbourne Phoenix scored under 26.5 points in the 3rd quarter:
    south-east-melbourne-phoenixin 8 of last 9 home games (NBL).
    3rd Quarter, South East Melbourne Phoenix Total points Under (26,5)
    -128
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    Melbourne Phoenix - Cairns Taipans Table position

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    gWLForm
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    Tasmania Jackjumpers
    422
    6.
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    South East Melbourne Phoenix
    422
    7.
    Illawarra Hawks
    Illawarra Hawks
    422
    8.
    Sydney Kings
    Sydney Kings
    413
    9.
    Cairns Taipans
    Cairns Taipans
    413
    10.
    Brisbane Bullets
    Brisbane Bullets
    413