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Saturday night NBL action heats up as two sides searching for momentum go head-to-head. The Illawarra Hawks host the Brisbane Bullets at the WIN Entertainment Centre, and both clubs know this is a chance to spark their seasons back to life.
The Hawks have had a rough start to the NBL26 campaign, dropping their first three games and struggling to find rhythm at both ends of the floor. They’re coming off a tough 117–88 defeat to the New Zealand Breakers and will be eager to put in a more consistent four-quarter performance in front of their home fans.
The Brisbane Bullets haven’t fared much better, battling injuries and the loss of import Javon Freeman-Liberty, which has left rookie coach Stu Lash searching for answers. With both teams under pressure to respond, expect a hard-fought clash between two proud clubs trying to reclaim their identity early in the season.
Can Justin Tatum’s Hawks finally breakthrough for their first win, or will the Bullets take advantage and add to Illawarra’s early-season frustration?
Here is an Illawarra Hawks vs Brisbane Bullets Prediction for Round 4, Saturday October 11th 2025.
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Illawarra Hawks vs Brisbane Bullets
Venue – WIN Entertainment Centre
Tip Off – 5.30pm EST
Season Record
| Team | W-L | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illawarra | 0-3 | 0-1 | 0-2 |
| Brisbane | 1-3 | 0-1 | 1-2 |
Season Scoring
| Team | PPG | Opp PPG | Game Total Ave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illawarra | 86 | 100 | 186 |
| Brisbane | 87 | 87.3 | 174.3 |
Quick Game Facts
- At 0-3, Illawarra has recorded the longest losing streak to start a season by any reigning champion since 2002
- Brisbane has lost each of its last three games.
Quick Player Facts – Illawarra Hawks
- Javale McGee is averaging 25.7 Points and 10 Rebounds across the first three games
- Tyler Harvey is averaging 20 Points and 4.7 Assists across the first three games
- Wani Swaka Lo Buluk is 6/11, at 54.5% from the three-point line to start the season
Quick Player Facts – Brisbane Bullets
- Tyrell Harrison is averaging 17.8 Points and 10.3 Rebounds across the first four games
- Casey Prather is averaging 21.7 Points across his first three games
- Jaylen Adams is just 2/13, at 15.4% from the three-point line across the first four games
Prediction
Both sides are struggling for form and have dealt with early-season import issues. This matchup could go either way, but the Hawks have the home-court edge and the greater sense of urgency to turn things around. Illawarra are always tough to beat at home, but they have not been convincing at all.