Tasmania JackJumpers face South East Melbourne Phoenix in an important NBL 2025–26 regular-season clash on Sunday at MyState Bank Arena, Hobart. Tasmania will look to bounce back after a home defeat, while the in-form Phoenix arrive with strong momentum. This article covers an easy match preview, team form, probable lineups, key stats, and the final winning prediction.
This article covers an easy match preview, team form, probable lineups, key stats, and the final winning prediction.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Tasmania JackJumpers vs South East Melbourne Phoenix |
| Tournament | National Basketball League |
| Date & Time | 29 December 2025, 2:00 PM (IST) & 9:30 AM Local Time |
| Venue | MyState Bank Arena |
| Live Streaming | AI Score App |
Match Preview & Key Talking Points
- Tasmania JackJumpers are struggling at home and have lost their last two games in Hobart
- South East Melbourne Phoenix are on a three-game winning streak
- Phoenix have dominated recent head-to-head meetings
- Tasmania rely heavily on Bryce Hamilton for scoring
Current Standings
| Team | Position | Record |
|---|---|---|
| South East Melbourne Phoenix | 2nd | 13 Wins – 6 Losses |
| Tasmania JackJumpers | 6th | 9 Wins – 12 Losses |
Tasmania JackJumpers – Team Preview
Tasmania come into this match after an 85–94 home loss to Perth Wildcats, ending a short winning run. They are currently struggling for consistency, especially in home games.
Top Performers (Last Match):
- Bryce Hamilton: 25 points, 5 rebounds
- Josh Bannan: 18 points, 9 rebounds
- Nick Marshall: 10 points, 8 rebounds
Team Performance:
| Category | Average |
|---|---|
| Points Scored | 85.6 |
| Rebounds | 39.0 |
| Assists | 17.0 |
| FG % | 46.5% |
| 3PT % | 44.8% |
Despite good shooting numbers, Tasmania were outplayed in every quarter against Perth, highlighting defensive issues.
South East Melbourne Phoenix – Team Preview
Phoenix arrive in Hobart after a dominant 107–78 win over Brisbane Bullets. They are well-rested after a one-week break and look confident on both ends of the floor.
Key Players:
- Nathan Sobey: 20 points, 8 assists
- Hunter Maldonado: 18 points, 5 rebounds
- Wes Iwundu: 13 points
Team Performance:
| Category | Average |
|---|---|
| FG % | 42.5% |
| 3PT % | 35.0% |
| Defensive Steals | 14 (last match) |
| Road Record | 6 Wins – 3 Losses |
Phoenix have won 7 of the last 10 meetings against Tasmania and are strong travelers this season.
Probable Starting Lineups
Tasmania JackJumpers
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| PG | Tyger Campbell |
| SG | Deng Johnson |
| SF | Bryce Hamilton |
| PF | Josh Bannan |
| C | Will Magnay |
South East Melbourne Phoenix
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| PG | Nathan Sobey |
| SG | Wes Iwundu |
| SF | Hunter Maldonado |
| PF | Jordan Brown |
| C | Jo Lual-Acuil Jr. |
Head-to-Head Record (Last 10 Matches)
| Stat | Record |
|---|---|
| Phoenix Wins | 7 |
| Tasmania Wins | 3 |
| Avg Match Points | 183.6 |
| Avg Phoenix Points | 95.8 |
| Avg Tasmania Points | 87.8 |
Key Player Stats Comparison
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryce Hamilton (TAS) | 19.2 | 5.0 | 3.5 |
| Nathan Sobey (SEM) | 20.2 | 4.0 | 4.4 |
Match Analysis & Betting Tip
- Phoenix have better depth and form
- Tasmania struggle defensively against fast teams
- Phoenix are strong in transition and pressure defense
- Tasmania need a big night from Hamilton to compete
Final Match Prediction
South East Melbourne Phoenix to Win
Phoenix’s recent form, stronger roster balance, and road performances make them favourites. Expect them to control the pace and pull away in the second half.
