Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings Tips - NBL26 Championship Series Game 4
- Sydney Kings are leading Adelaide 36ers in the series, poised to win another championship.
- Adelaide has shown sporadic shooting brilliance, but lacks sustained performance.
- Sydney's consistent defense and strategy have been pivotal throughout the series.
- Tip-off is at 7:30 PM AEDT on Wednesday April 1st at Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Matthew Dellavedova of the Kings. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)
36ers vs Kings NBL Tips & Predictions
Sydney are now one win away from claiming their third championship in five seasons, and despite Adelaide showing improvement across the series, the numbers still point strongly toward the Kings finishing the job.
- 36ers vs Kings NBL Tips & Predictions
- Match Details: 36ers vs Kings
- Best Betting Tips - 36ers vs Kings
- Sydney Kings -4.5
- Matthew Dellavedova Over 5.5 Assists
- Zylan Cheatham Under 24.5 PRA
- Key Matchup to Watch
- Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings Frequently Asked Questions
This series has been defined by volatility in Adelaide’s shooting. They opened with one of their worst performances of the season, bounced back in Game 2, then produced an elite shooting night in Game 3, hitting over 53% from the field and nearly 47% from deep and still lost by double digits.
That’s the key takeaway.
Even when Adelaide perform above expectation offensively, Sydney have still been able to control the game.
The reason is consistency. Across the finals, Sydney rank first in field goal percentage and three-point percentage, while also sitting top two in scoring and rebounding. Defensively, they’ve been just as strong, forcing Adelaide into uncomfortable adjustments and limiting Bryce Cotton’s overall impact.
While Cotton is always capable of producing a 40-point game to extend the series, Sydney’s defensive game plan has consistently forced the ball out of his hands and made others beat them, something Adelaide haven’t been able to sustain.
Kendric Davis has been the standout performer across the series and, alongside the Kings’ depth and structure, gives Sydney a clear edge heading into Game 4.
Match Details: 36ers vs Kings
- Competition: NBL26 Championship Series
- Match: Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings
- Date: Wednesday, April 1st
- Start Time: 7:30 PM AEDT
- Venue: Adelaide Entertainment Centre
Best Betting Tips - 36ers vs Kings
Sydney Kings -4.5
Sydney’s consistency on both ends of the floor and ability to win even when Adelaide shoot well makes them the right side to close out the series.
Matthew Dellavedova Over 5.5 Assists
Dellavedova has recorded 8 and 7 assists in his last two games and continues to play a key role in Sydney’s ball movement and offensive control.
Zylan Cheatham Under 24.5 PRA
Cheatham has struggled to produce consistently against Sydney, with the Kings limiting his impact and forcing Adelaide’s secondary options into inefficient spots.
Key Matchup to Watch
Sydney Defence vs Adelaide Shot Variance
Sydney’s defensive structure has dictated this series, forcing Adelaide into inconsistent shooting performances and limiting Bryce Cotton’s influence.
If the Kings continue to execute this plan, Adelaide will once again be relying on unsustainable efficiency to stay in the contest.
Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings start?
Tip-off between Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings is at 7:30 PM AEDT, Wednesday, April 1
What channel is Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings on?
You can watch Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings on ESPN via Kayo and Foxtel.
Where can I livestream Adelaide 36ers vs Sydney Kings?
If you are outside of Australia, the NBL allows you to stream live on YouTube via the official NBL channel
Verdict
Adelaide have shown flashes of elite scoring throughout this series, but Sydney have been the more complete and consistent team across all four quarters.
Even Adelaide’s best offensive performance of the series wasn’t enough to get the job done in Game 3, highlighting the gap between the two sides.
Expect Sydney to maintain control, execute their defensive game plan and close out the series to lift the NBL26 Championship.
Expect Sydney to maintain control, execute their defensive game plan and close out the series to lift the NBL26 Championship.
Sydney -4.5
Line
@9/10 - 3 Units
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