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01-12 16:30

88 - 83

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The Cairns Taipans edged out the Brisbane Bullets 88-83 in a tense National Basketball League contest on January 12, 2026. In a crucial late-season fixture, the Taipans secured a vital home victory to bolster their playoff positioning, holding off a determined Bullets comeback in the final minutes. The match saw Cairns establish an early lead through aggressive defense and efficient scoring in the paint. Brisbane fought back in the third quarter, closing the gap to a single possession multiple times, but key baskets from the Taipans' backcourt in clutch moments sealed the five-point win. The result tightened the middle of the NBL ladder, with Cairns picking up a critical two points while denying Brisbane a chance to climb higher. Both coaches highlighted the defensive intensity, with the Taipans' mentor praising his team's resilience under pressure. The starting lineups featured the Taipans' usual core of experienced campaigners against the Bullets' mix of youth and athleticism.

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The Cairns Taipans vs Brisbane Bullets fixture is part of the NBL during the 2025-2026 season. Follow live scores, NBL fixtures, match statistics, NBL standings and NBL match results for Cairns Taipans vs Brisbane Bullets on Tiger Scores 365.

Match Date: Jan 12, 2026

Competition: NBL

Country: Australia

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