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New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers NBL26 Round 5 Tips - Tassie to Break New Zealand
The Tasmania JackJumpers are predicted to defeat the New Zealand Breakers in their NBL25 Round 5 encounter. Despite being on their third consecutive home game, the Breakers struggle with consistency in scoring and turnovers, positioning them at a disadvantage. The JackJumpers, on the other hand, bring strong defensive ranks and have exceeded preseason expectations, winning 100% of games they led at halftime. With key players like Josh Bannan and Sam Mennenga likely to shine, Tasmania is expected not only to win but also cover the point spread.
- New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers expert predictions for Friday’s Round 5 NBL matchup
- Tip-off is at 5:30 PM AEDT at Spark Arena
- Tasmania JackJumpers are predicted to win their 5th game.
- Breakers struggle with consistency, ranked 9th in turnovers.
- JackJumpers strong in defense, forcing fewer 3-point attempts.
New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers NBL26 Round 5 Tips
New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers NBL25 Round 5 Expert Tips
The JackJumpers are tipped to head to the land of the long white cloud and pick up their 5th win of the season.
- New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers NBL25 Round 5 Expert Tips
- Head to Head
- NBL25 Season Series
- Offensive & Defensive Rankings
- New Zealand Breakers Form & Team News
- Tasmania JackJumpers Form & Team News
- New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers Frequently Asked Questions
New Zealand will play their 3rd straight home game and 5th in 7 games when they host the JackJumpers who come in fresh following a dominant win over the Sydney Kings. The Breakers are struggling for consistency at both ends of the court ranking 9th in opposition scoring and 6th in their own scoring.
They had 24 fewer shots in their loss to the Phoenix compared to their win just a few days earlier against Illawarra pointing to the lack of consistency. They are still top 5 in rebounding but Turnovers are killing them ranking 9th at both ends of the court.
Tasmania have been extremely strong this season and given the turnover of players they had in the off-season, they are definitely exceeding expectations. Their grinding playing style, slowing down the pace, has had its desired effect on their opposition. Tassie have the 4th ranked scoring defence, 5th best opposition FG% and teams are attempting the 2nd fewest 3pt shots against them.
With the inconsistencies at play for New Zealand, it is hard to see them getting past the methodic JackJumpers outfit. Take Tassie to win and cover, half/full time double, Josh Bannan and Sam Mennenga are both likely to exceed their points totals.
- The Favourite has won 3 straight this matchup and 4 of the last 5.
- Tasmania have won 100% of games they have led at halftime this season. New Zealand have lost 50% of games where they have led at half time.
- Josh Bannan has averaged 16.5 pts per game over his last 4
- Sam Mennenga has scored 29 and 20 pts in his last 2 games and is averaging 17 pts per game in NBL26.
Head to Head
NBL25 Season Series
| Date | Home Team | Score | Line | Total Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/01/2025 | NZB | NZB 85-75 | NZB -2.5 | U 176.5 |
| 25/12/2024 | TAS | TAS 97-82 | TAS -8.5 | O 177.0 |
| 12/12/2024 | NZB | TAS 100-76 | TAS -2.0 | O 166.5 |
| 9/11/2024 | TAS | TAS 83-64 | TAS +3.5 | U 163.5 |
Offensive & Defensive Rankings
| NZB Off | Rank | Stat | Rank | TAS Def |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88 | 6 | PPG | 4 | 85.2 |
| 43.8 | 4 | RPG | 4 | 41 |
| 43.8% | 7 | FG% | 5 | 44.4% |
| 28.8% | 7 | 3P% | 7 | 31.0% |
| 15 | 9 | TOV | 6 | 12.8 |
| NZB Def | Rank | Stat | Rank | TAS Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96.5 | 9 | PPG | 8 | 84.6 |
| 41.5 | 5 | RPG | 8 | 38.4 |
| 46.9% | 8 | FG% | 4 | 46.4% |
| 28.0% | 2 | 3P% | 5 | 30.8% |
| 10.8 | 9 | TOV | 4 | 11.6 |
New Zealand Breakers Form & Team News
The Breakers secured their first win of the season in the Ignite Cup last Wednesday against the Illawarra Hawks 117-88 but followed it up with a 87-81 loss at home to the SEM Phoenix on Sunday.
New Zealand took 24 fewer shots in the loss to SEM than the game previous, Sam Mennenga top scored with 29 pts but was only one of two players that reached double digits in the matchup.
The Breakers committed 21 turnovers in the game and are ranked 9th in TO% this season. They are also 9th in opposition scoring, allowing 96.5 pts per game to their opponents.
Tasmania JackJumpers Form & Team News
Tasmania took care of the Sydney Kings in their first Ignite Cup game on Wednesday night at MyState Bank Arena 86-70.
Tyger Campbell top scored with 21 pts, a season high for the Tassie import guard while Josh Bannan contributed with 18 points, 14 rebounds and 6 assists as he continues to solidify himself as an integral part of this team.
Defensively they kept the Kings to 23.8% shooting from deep with no single player scoring more than 13 points. Tasmania are the 10th ranked team for Pace this season and drag opposing teams into a grind.
New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers Frequently Asked Questions
What time does New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers start?
Tip-off between New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers is at 5:30 PM AEDT, Friday, October 17
What channel is New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers on?
You can watch New Zealand Breakers vs Tasmania JackJumpers on ESPN via Kayo and Foxtel.
Verdict
With the inconsistencies at play for New Zealand, it is hard to see them getting past the methodic JackJumpers outfit. Take Tassie to win and cover, half/full time double, Josh Bannan and Sam Mennenga are both likely to exceed their points totals.
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