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Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers NBL26 Round 13 Tips - One fat lady for Adelaide

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Jeremy Darke
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Last updated: Mon. 15 Dec. 2025 11:52

The Sydney Kings are set to battle the Adelaide 36ers in a thrilling NBL25 Round 13 match. Previously, Kendric Davis shone against his old team, Adelaide, by scoring 22 points in their first matchup this season. The 36ers enter this game on a high, boasting a seven-game winning streak stabilized by strong defensive play. Despite their previous encounter’s results, experts anticipate a competitive and high-scoring spectacle, suggesting both Davis and Bryce Cotton will score 25+ points. Adelaide appears poised for an eighth consecutive victory.

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  • Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers expert predictions for Wednesday’s Round 13 NBL matchup
  • Tip-off is at 7:30 PM AEDT at AIS Arena
  • Kendric Davis and Bryce Cotton are expected to score 25+ points.
  • Match anticipation is high due to Adelaide's form and previous results.
Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers NBL26 Round 13 Tips

Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers NBL25 Round 13 Expert Tips


The Bryce Cotton vs Kendric Davis clash has been a highlight over the last two season with the two most prolific scorers in the league often going head to head in an all out shooting battle.

It was Davis who got the upper hand in the first meeting this season with their new teams, the Kings’ guard dropped 22 against his old club Adelaide, while Cotton was shut down with his lowest score of the season, finishing on just 7 points, back in Round 4.

It was Adelaide’s lowest team score of the season as well, losing the matchup 103-79 to Sydney, however, I do not expect this game to fall that way. The 36ers have been the most if not the only consistent team over the last month, winning 7 straight matches, while they have watched the rest of the NBL trade blows with each other. 

I expect an eighth straight win for Adelaide with this game being played on a neutral court in Canberra. Cotton will be aggressive after a quiet performance last match against the Kings and Kendric Davis will also come alive, so jump on the pair for 25+ points each.  

  • Adelaide have won 7 matches in a row
  • Kendric Davis averages 28.6 points when facing Bryce Cotton
  • Bryce Cotton averages a league-high 26.8 points in NBL26.
  • Bryce Cotton has had 8+ assists in 5 of his last 6 games.

Head to Head 


Last 5 Match Results
DateHome TeamScoreLineTotal Points
11/10/2025ADESYD 103-79SYD +4.5U 185.5
13/02/2025SYDADE 95-88ADE -4.0U 191.5
24/01/2025SYDADE 105-96ADE +4.0O 190.0
30/12/2024SYDADE 111-96ADE +8.0O 189.5
11/10/2024ADEADE 89-79ADE +3.5U 188.0


Offensive & Defensive Rankings
SYD OffRankStatRankADE Def
92.14PPG386.3
42.15RPG441.2
44.8%5FG%344.2%
33.2%43P%330.8%
9.11TOV611.2

SYD DefRankStatRankADE Off
861PPG393.2
43.18RPG641.5
44.3%4FG%245.9%
31.6%53P%234.7%
13.63TOV29.9

Sydney Kings Form & Team News


Round 12 was a positive one for the Kings, who took two wins in 3 days against teams that were higher than them on the later before the round started. 

A dominant second half where they outscored the Wildcats 64-37 ensured a 29-point victory in Perth on Friday, filling the Kings with confidence after two straight losses, which was just what they needed to stop in Melbourne on the way home and get an ugly come from behind victory against United.

The final stages of the match against Melbourne could be some of the worst basketball I have watched with the Kings coming back from 7 points down and forcing overtime. The extra period was a tough watch with both teams closing their eyes and throwing the ball at the basket with just 10 points scored in total in the extra 5 minutes given. Sydney got lucky and bury a couple of late baskets to get the victory 92-86.

Adelaide 36ers Form & Team News


The 36ers match against Melbourne in Round 12 almost got away from them after leading by as much as 18 points in the third quarter. Adelaide couldn’t buy a basket in the late stages of the match and United outscored them by 14 points in the the fourth quarter to force overtime.

An early 7-point flurry by Cotton before getting fouled out, set the platform for the 36ers in the extra term and they finished what they started with a 114-105 victory, even if it took them a little more time than they would have liked. 

The win was Adelaide’s seventh straight as they took full command over Melbourne at the top of the NBL ladder with an extra win and two games in hand. The 36ers are doing everything right at both ends of the court, ranked first in offensive rating while giving up the third-least amount of points to their opponents at 86.3 per game.

Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers start?

Tip-off between Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers is at 7:30 PM AEDT, Wednesday, December 17

What channel is Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers on?

You can watch Sydney Kings vs Adelaide 36ers on ESPN via Kayo and Foxtel.

Verdict

Bryce Cotton will lead the 36ers to victory with 25+ points and 8+ assists, while Kendric Davis will also hit the 25-point mark for the Kings.
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