Round 7 in the NBL26 season continues on Thursday night with a standalone game between the Brisbane Bullets and the Cairns Taipans. Neither of these clubs have had the start to the season they would’ve liked, so this is a great opportunity to secure a win and build some momentum. We bring you our full game preview and best bet below!
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Brisbane Bullets vs Cairns Taipans Prediction & Betting Tips: NBL26 Round 7
Two Steps Back for the Bullets
The Brisbane Bullets enter the Round 7 "Sunshine Stoush" with a disappointing 3-6 record, looking to bounce back from a rough patch. Their last outing was a significant 23-point home loss to the South East Melbourne Phoenix, a result that continues a worrying trend for the club. Despite their respectable 3-3 road record, the Bullets are yet to find a win at their home court this season, sitting at 0-3. The team's offensive spark continues to be Casey Prather, who has been consistently dominant, leading the way for Brisbane with his scoring and defensive effort as they search for a much-needed home victory to lift them out of the bottom half of the ladder.
Taipans Cop Another Beating
Across the divide, the Cairns Taipans are struggling even more, reeling from a brutal six-game losing streak after starting the NBL26 season a promising 2-1. The Snakes' defence has been particularly porous, highlighted by their most recent 27-point defeat against the undefeated Melbourne United. Alarmingly, this loss marks the fifth time this season the Taipans have been defeated by a margin of 27 points or more, demonstrating significant issues at both ends of the floor. There is a glimmer of hope, however, as star forward Jack McVeigh is reportedly a chance to return from injury on Thursday, which would provide a much-needed offensive boost and leadership presence for the struggling squad.
Recent H2H History
The head-to-head history between these Queensland rivals adds an extra layer of spice to this contest. The teams last met in Round 2 in Cairns, where the Taipans managed to hold on for a thrilling one-point victory (83-82) in a tightly contested affair. That win extended the Taipans' current dominance in the rivalry, as they have now won three consecutive games against the Bullets. Brisbane will undoubtedly be eager to break this drought on their home court and prevent their northern neighbours from extending their winning streak to four, using the rivalry's intensity as motivation to flip their home court fortunes.
Bullets or Taipans? Here’s Our Tip!
Considering the Taipans' current form—losing six straight and suffering five 27+ point blowouts—and the Bullets' desperate need for a home win, Brisbane looks well-positioned to snap their home hoodoo. While the Taipans' recent H2H success is a factor, the sheer scale of their recent losses suggests they are vulnerable, especially on the road. The Bullets, led by the consistent brilliance of Casey Prather and buoyed by the desperation to please the home crowd, should have enough motivation and firepower to control the game. Therefore, the pick is for the Brisbane Bullets covering the -4.5 spread in what should be a highly charged Sunshine Stoush.
Bullets –4.5
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Bullets vs Taipans Betting Odds & Match Info
Date: Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Time: 7:30pm AEDT
Location: Brisbane Entertainment Centre
Odds: Bullets $1.44 vs Taipans $2.85
Line: Bullets -6.5
Points: 180.5
Where to Watch Bullets vs Taipans
You can watch the Bullets vs Taipans clash live and ad-free on Kayo Sports.
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