The NBL is hardly seeing 2019 off in style with this first v last affair. We take a look at Tuesday’s (31/12/2019) NBL 2019/20 match which is between the Illawarra Hawks and Sydney Kings. The Sydney Kings head into the game as favourites to win away.
When: Tuesday December 31, 5:35PM
Where: WIN Entertainment Centre
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Preview:
Sydney has been installed as -7.5 favourites as they head to Illawarra to face the Hawks – a team the Kings have beaten once already this year.
Both sides enjoyed the highs and lows in Round 12 with both earning a win and a loss each. For the Kings, this game is a must-win with the Wildcats now breathing down their necks, while a Hawks win would also put the pressure on the Breakers at the bottom of the ladder.
Despite what the odds suggest, the Hawks have actually enjoyed the better part of this matchup in recent tines. Illawarra has won three of its last five games against the Kings, while six of the last 11 meetings have been decided by 1-10 points.
It’s difficult to get excited about this game considering where both teams sit on the ladder. But even so, there’s nothing stopping the Hawks from keeping this close with both sides playing on little rest.
Tip: Sydney Kings at $1.25
*Odds correct at time of posting. Subject to change