Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets Tips – NBL Round 18
- Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets expert predictions for Wednesday’s Round 18 NBL matchup
- Tip-off is at 5:30 PM AEDT at Red Energy Arena, Bendigo
- Melbourne United seek offensive reset against struggling Brisbane Bullets.
- United favored to cover -10.5 line, scoring over 94.5 points.
- Jesse Edwards expected to exploit Brisbane's weak interior defense for key points.
Jesse Edwards of United in action during the round 14 NBL match between Brisbane Bullets and Melbourne United at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, on December 27, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)
United vs Bullets NBL Tips & Predictions
Melbourne United continue their temporary home stand in Bendigo and are tipped to put together their most convincing offensive performance in weeks against a struggling Brisbane Bullets outfit.
- United vs Bullets NBL Tips & Predictions
- Match Details: United vs Bullets
- Best Betting Tips - United vs Bullets
- Melbourne -10.5
- Melbourne Over 94.5 Team Total
- Jesse Edwards 15+ Points
- Key Matchup to Watch
- Jesse Edwards vs Brisbane Interior Defence
- Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets Frequently Asked Questions
United finally snapped a three-game losing streak at Hoops Fest with a gritty 79–77 win over Tasmania. While the scoring was modest, the performance showed encouraging signs, particularly with rotation changes that injected energy and balance back into the lineup.
Brisbane, on the other hand, continue to slide. The Bullets enter this matchup on a six-game losing streak overall and have dropped seven straight road games. Their last away win came back in early November, and their underlying numbers paint an equally grim picture.
Match Details: United vs Bullets
- Competition: NBL26
- Match: Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets
- Date: Wednesday, 21 January 2026
- Start Time: 5:30 PM AEDT
- Venue: Red Energy Arena, Bendigo
Best Betting Tips - United vs Bullets
Melbourne -10.5
Melbourne have won 16 of the last 17 meetings against Brisbane and remain a significant step above the Bullets in structure, depth and execution. This matchup shapes as a rare opportunity for United to stretch the margin.
Melbourne Over 94.5 Team Total
Brisbane allow 95.1 points per game this season and struggle to protect the paint. United have cleared this number in five of their last six games against the Bullets.
Jesse Edwards 15+ Points
Edwards is perfectly suited to this matchup. Brisbane concede the highest two-point percentage in the league, and Edwards has seen strong usage inside, attempting at least eight field goals in seven of his last ten appearances.
Key Matchup to Watch
Jesse Edwards vs Brisbane Interior Defence
Brisbane simply do not have the personnel to contain dominant interior scorers. If Edwards establishes position early, Melbourne’s offence should flow far more freely than it has in recent weeks.
Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets start?
Tip-off between Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets is at 5:30 PM AEDT, Wednesday, January 21
What channel is Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets on?
You can watch Melbourne United vs Brisbane Bullets on ESPN via Kayo and Foxtel.
Verdict
This is a clear opportunity for Melbourne United to reset offensively. Brisbane’s defensive issues, particularly inside, align perfectly with United’s strengths. Expect Melbourne to control the game, clear their scoring numbers and deliver a comfortable win in Bendigo.
Melbourne -10.5
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@9/10 - 2 Units
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