Adelaide 36ers vs Tasmania JackJumpers NBL Round 10 Game Preview

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Adelaide 36ers vs Tasmania JackJumpers Expert Analysis

The Adelaide 36ers host the Tasmania JackJumpers on Saturday night in a pivotal NBL Round 10 matchup.

Tasmania is looking for their third consecutive win of the season, while Adelaide aims to maintain their undefeated home record. However, the 36ers are severely undermanned, with star imports Montrezl Harrell and Kendric Davis suspended after their altercation during a game against Melbourne.

The JackJumpers’ elite defence and improved offensive balance make them favorites, while Adelaide’s coach Mike Wells will need to get creative to keep his team competitive.

Key Matchups

Adelaide’s Reshuffled Offence vs. Tasmania’s Defence

Adelaide will have to reinvent its offence without Davis and Harrell, who together average over 41 points per game. Tasmania’s third-ranked defence (83.5 OPPG) will look to exploit this, focusing on shutting down any rhythm the 36ers attempt to build.

Milton Doyle vs. Adelaide’s Backcourt

Tasmania’s Milton Doyle has been in terrific form, scoring 30+ points in two of his last three games. Adelaide’s weakened lineup will struggle to match Doyle’s firepower, especially with his ability to take over games in key moments.

Key Stats

• Tasmania’s Defence: Ranks 3rd in opponent points per game (83.5) and holds teams to 44.6% shooting.

• Adelaide’s Missing Offence: Harrell and Davis combine for 41.09 PPG, nearly half of Adelaide’s scoring average.

• Tasmania’s Recent Form: Scored over 90 points for the first time this season in their last game, showing signs of offensive improvement.

• Under Trend: The game total has hit the under in 10 of Tasmania’s 13 games this season.

  
  

Why Adelaide Wins

Despite the suspensions, Adelaide has the motivation of defending their 10-0 home record. Coach Mike Wells could introduce unexpected strategies to disrupt Tasmania’s rhythm. Role players like Issac Humphries, Jarrell Martin and Dejan Vasiljevic will need to step up significantly, and if the crowd gets behind them, Adelaide could keep the game close.

Why Tasmania Wins

The JackJumpers’ defence, already a strength, should thrive against an Adelaide team missing its two biggest stars. With Sean MacDonald providing balance and Milton Doyle in red-hot form, Tasmania has the tools to control both ends of the court. Their ability to dictate tempo and force Adelaide into inefficient shots makes them overwhelming favorites.

Prediction

The absence of Harrell and Davis leaves Adelaide too vulnerable against a disciplined Tasmania side. Expect the JackJumpers to grind out a defensive victory, with Doyle leading the charge.