Our model projects Perth 99, Cairns Taipans 93, with the Perth favored in this NBL matchup.
The combined 191.3-point projection runs in line with the NBL’s 189.2 combined-points average. Perth score 93.2 a game and concede 96.7; Taipans score 92.2 and concede 96.5.
Perth sit 3rd in the NBL standings, Taipans sit 4th. Tip-off at RAC Arena. Stream availability varies by region; the broadcasters listed below show what is licensed where.
Model projection.
Built from NBL 2026-2027 season data: scoring rate, opponent defence, head-to-head record. Win probability is the chance to win the game, not to cover the margin. 18+, gamble responsibly.
PerthHome and away records are not available yet for this season.
Cairns TaipansHome and away records are not available yet for this season.
2026-2027 season to 2026-11-01. PPG = points per game.
The model line: Perth by 6.1, total 191.3.
Perth lead 6-1 across the last 7 meetings on record. Most recent: Perth won 98-84 on 6 Feb 2026.
| # | Team | W | L | PF | PA | Last 5 (most recent first) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | PerthPerth |
5 | 4 | 839 | 870 | LLWLW |
| 4 | Cairns TaipansTaipans |
6 | 5 | 1014 | 1062 | LWWLW |
Current season as available on the live data feed.
The ACB supplied the widest gap, Le Mans took the narrowest win, and the WNBA and NBL gave the weekend very different finishes.
Six NBA watchpoints lead the week, with two EuroLeague games, a EuroCup road challenge, the Perth-Sydney matchup and an Istanbul derby extending the schedule.