New Zealand Breakers host Illawarra Hawks in Round 1 of the 2026 NBL season at Spark Arena on Sunday. Read on for our full match preview, betting tips, and best odds.
Our NBL Round 1 tips include the Breakers, who have recruited well in the offseason, and they are sneaky chances to win the NBL title.
Spark Arena is one of the hardest places for visiting teams to win, and the Hawks haven’t been a consistent team over the last few years. Their inconsistencies could rear their ugly head again this season.
We like the guards for the Breakers, who have a lot of international experience, and the $1.85 odds are worth including in NBL tips this week.
New Zealand Breakers vs Illawarra Hawks Odds & Popular Betting Markets
Here’s a quick look at the current odds and popular betting markets for the New Zealand Breakers vs Illawarra Hawks matchup.
*odds are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change