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Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers NBL26 Round 9 Tips - The nightmare continues for Tasmania

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Last updated: Tue 11 Nov 2025 11:39

In the upcoming NBL25 Round 9 clash, the Adelaide 36ers are anticipated to hand the Tasmania JackJumpers their fifth straight home loss. Despite relying heavily on their defensive strategies, the JackJumpers struggle offensively, ranked ninth in the league. Adelaide, equipped with top-tier defense, will likely leverage their stronger offensive players, including Bryce Cotton and Zylan Cheatham. Experts predict a low-scoring game, with Adelaide covering the 2.5-point spread. Key players to watch will be Cotton, expected to deliver 7+ assists, and Cheatham, with 20+ points and rebounds.

Jeremy Darke 11 Nov 2025
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  • Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers expert predictions for Thursday’s Round 9 NBL matchup
  • Tip-off is at 7:30 PM AEDT at MyState Bank Arena
  • Game expected to be defensive, with 36ers covering a 2.5-point spread.
  • Watch for Bryce Cotton's 7+ assists and Zylan Cheatham's 20+ points and rebounds.
Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers NBL26 Round 9 Tips

Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers NBL25 Round 9 Expert Tips


Adelaide will add to the nightmare home-run of the JackJumpers with a fifth straight loss in Tasmania predicted for the home team.
  • Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers NBL25 Round 9 Expert Tips
  • Head to Head 
  • Tasmania JackJumpers Form & Team News
  • Adelaide 36ers Form & Team News
  • Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers Frequently Asked Questions

The JackJumpers are in a rut, losing four-straight at home and missing a golden opportunity to be up with the frontrunners of the NBL, like their opponents Adelaide. The 36ers are coming off a loss, however it was just their third of the season and boast the second-best defence in the competition. 

Tasmania are relying heavily on their defence again this season, so this one is not expected to produce a big total. It is predicted to be a defensive slog but the superior offence of the 36ers will get them the win and cover the 2.5 points as the away favourite in the eighth Adelaide match that hits the under this season.

The offence of the 36ers will run through two guys, Bryce Cotton and Zylan Cheatham. Cotton’s points markets are at unrealistic numbers, however, his assist market is enticing, especially with Tasmania struggling to defend against opposing power forwards. So take Cotton for 7+ assists and Cheatham to have over 20+ Points and Rebounds. 

  • Tasmania have lost their last 4 games at home this season.
  • Bryce Cotton has had 9 assists in each of his last 2 games against Tasmania
  • Zylan Cheatham has had 20+ points and rebounds in 4 of his last 6 games.
  • Tasmania have given up 20+ points and rebound in their last 3 games to opposing power forwards.

Head to Head 


Last 5 Match Results
DateHome TeamScoreLineTotal Points
09/10/2025ADEADE 98-89ADE -6.5O 178.5
10/01/2025TASTAS 104-103PushO 182.0
30/11/2024ADETAS 77-73TAS -3.5U 169.5
20/10/2024ADEADE 77-73TAS +5.0U 172.5
04/02/2024TASTAS 109-86TAS -6.0O 178.5

Offensive & Defensive Rankings
TAS OffRankStatRankADE Def
83.39PPG285
40.47RPG240.4
45.6%5FG%645.1%
31.7%63P%329.5%
12.26TOV611.1

TAS DefRankStatRankADE Off
85.33PPG689.3
40.73RPG840
44.7%4FG%645.1%
32.4%53P%234.4%
10.77TOV210.9

Tasmania JackJumpers Form & Team News


Tasmania had the perfect opportunity to put themselves at the top of the table with the contenders heading into a five-game home stand with a 5-3 record, however things haven’t gone to plan losing 4 straight games on their own court and our now 5 wins away from Melbourne United at the top of the ladder with a 5-7 record.

It is the same old story for the JackJumpers on offence, ranked 9th in the NBL with just 83.3 points per game, just under 14 points per game in scoring than the Phoenix who top the stat count. Scott Roth likes his men to play slow with the slowest pace in the NBL at 76.6, but it is not working in the modern NBL especially when their defence isn’t what it used to be.

The Jackies D is still ranked third in points against but it has a lot to do with the pace of their games and there is no point slowing things down if the offence doesn’t convert. 

Adelaide 36ers Form & Team News


Adelaide are looking strong with their defence getting them wins despite having the master Bryce Cotton in their lineup. 
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A loss in Cotton’s first game against his old club Perth 94-87 broke a two-game win streak for the 36ers, who had only been beaten by Melbourne in their 5 games prior to the new rivalry matchup. The five-time MVP was “contained” fairly well by the Wildcats, scoring 23 points along with 7 assists. Missed opportunities hurt Adelaide, who shot at just 39.7% from the field.

As mentioned, Adelaide have been stellar this season at protecting their end of the court and have been powerful under the rim giving up the second-least rebounds to their opponents at 40.4 per game with Zylan Cheatham  tied first in the NBL with 10.5 boards per game. 

Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers Frequently Asked Questions

What time does Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers start?

Tip-off between Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers is at 7:30 PM AEDT, Thursday, November 13

What channel is Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers on?

You can watch Tasmania JackJumpers vs Adelaide 36ers on ESPN via Kayo and Foxtel.

Verdict

Adelaide will cover the 2.5 points in a match that stays under 174.5 points. Bryce Cotton will be the provider with 7+ assists and Zylan Cheatham will tally 20+ Points & Rebounds.
Best Bet1: Adelaide -2.5 Handicap/Line $1.92 at Elitebet - 3 Units
Best Bet2: Under 174.5 Game Total $1.91 at Pandabet - 2 Units
Best Bet3: Bryce Cotton 7+ Assists $2.25 at betr - 1 Unit
Best Bet4: Zylan Cheatham 20+ Points & Rebounds $1.55 at OnlyBets - 4 Units
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