Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans Tips – NBL Round 13 Betting Preview
- Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans expert predictions for Sunday’s Round 13 NBL matchup
- Tip-off is at 4:30 PM AEDT at Qudos Bank Arena
- Sydney Kings return home with a 3-game streak aiming to continue their winning ways.
- Cairns Taipans come off a big upset victory, facing a strong Kings defense.
- Betting highlights: Sydney -8.5 line, Kendric Davis expected to score 25+ points.
Kendric Davis of the Kings. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)
Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans NBL Tips & Predictions
Sydney Kings return home in Round 13 looking to extend a three-game winning streak as they host the Cairns Taipans, who face a difficult turnaround following an emotional upset win on Friday night.
- Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans NBL Tips & Predictions
- Match Details: Kings vs Taipans
- Best Betting Tips - Kings vs Taipans
- Sydney Kings -8.5
- Kendric Davis 25+ Points
- Key Matchup to Watch
- Head-to-Head Record
- Most Recent Meeting:
- Recent Trends:
- Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans Frequently Asked Questions
Cairns will take confidence from their stunning victory over the Breakers, but this shapes as a far more demanding assignment against a Sydney side that is trending strongly on both ends of the floor.
The Kings have beaten Perth, Melbourne and Adelaide in their last three games and are starting to shed the “flat track bully” tag that followed them in recent seasons. Defensive consistency and ball control have been central to that run.
Match Details: Kings vs Taipans
- Competition: NBL26
- Match: Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans
- Date: Sunday, 22 December 2025
- Start Time: 4:30 PM AEDT
- Venue: Qudos Bank Arena
Best Betting Tips - Kings vs Taipans
Sydney Kings -8.5
Sydney are the fourth-ranked scoring team in the NBL and sit third in opponent points allowed. Their ability to restrict perimeter looks, holding opponents to just 31.8% from three, is a major concern for Cairns, who rely heavily on outside shooting to stay competitive.
With a longer turnaround and home-court advantage, the Kings are well placed to control tempo and stretch the margin.
Kendric Davis 25+ Points
Davis is the second-highest scorer in the league at 23.5 points per game and profiles well against a Cairns defence ranked ninth overall. He scored 21 in the earlier meeting despite Sydney posting a low team total, and current form suggests a higher ceiling here.
Key Matchup to Watch
Sydney Defence vs Cairns Shot Making
Jack McVeigh’s 47-point performance was extraordinary, but Cairns will need far more balance against a Sydney defence that forces opponents into difficult half-court possessions and limits transition opportunities through elite ball security.
Head-to-Head Record
Most Recent Meeting:
28 Sep 2025 - Cairns won 77–74 at Qudos Bank Arena
Recent Trends:
- Sydney have won 3 straight games
- Cairns remain bottom-two in season-long scoring
- Kings rank #1 in fewest turnovers per game
Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans start?
Tip-off between Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans is at 4:30 PM AEDT, Sunday, December 21
What channel is Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans on?
You can watch Sydney Kings vs Cairns Taipans on ESPN via Kayo and Foxtel.
Verdict
Sydney’s defensive pressure, ball control and recent form point toward another strong home performance. Cairns’ confidence is improving, but this is a difficult spot against one of the league’s most disciplined teams.
Sydney -8.5
Line
@-111.11 - 2 Units
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