Brisbane vs GWS Prediction

Game 3 of Round 14 of the 2025 AFL Premiership on June 14 features the Brisbane Lions vs GWS Giants at The Gabba on Saturday afternoon. Get the latest AFL betting tips, predictions, and analysis right here, and catch the game live on Kayo, & Foxtel. 🏉🔥

Brisbane Lions vs GWS Giants Predictions

Saturday, June 14, 2025

1:20pm @ The Gabba, Brisbane

Final Score Prediction

Lions

80 : 77

Giants

Saturday afternoon at The Gabba sets up what should be a compelling contest between two sides with contrasting recent form.

The Lions come into this clash as heavy favorites, and despite our close predicted margin, the bookmakers clearly see a significant gap between these two teams.

Win Percentages

Lions
52.52%

Giants
47.48%

The Market Check

The bookies have installed Brisbane as overwhelming favourites at $1.32, despite our statistical analysis suggesting a much closer contest.

This creates an interesting dynamic where the market confidence in Brisbane far exceeds what the raw numbers suggest, potentially creating value on the Giants.

Lions

Giants

Why Brisbane Should Win

The Lions have The Gabba advantage and have shown superior consistency this season. Their home ground record has been solid, and they possess the individual class to control the game when it matters.

Brisbane’s statistical edge, while narrow, combines with venue advantage to give them multiple pathways to victory.

The Giants’ Upset Case

If there’s a case for GWS at $3.30, it’s that our analysis suggests this should be much closer than the market believes. The Giants have shown they can match it with quality opposition when their best players stand up.

At odds that suggest Brisbane should win 3 times out of 4, there might be genuine value in the underdog.

Head-to-Head Analysis

The stats reveal a fascinating contrast:

Attack: Brisbane holding slight edge in points per game
Defence: Minimal difference between the two teams
Power Rankings: Lions with marginal advantage
Consistency: Brisbane showing better winning percentages
The Gap: Much smaller than the $1.32 vs $3.30 odds suggest

Game Style Prediction: Balanced moderate scoring affair with the result likely decided by key moments rather than dominance.

Expected Total: Around 156 points – a grinding, lower-scoring contest expected

Our Betting Strategy

Safe Play: Lions to Win

Lions @ $1.32

The odds are short but Brisbane should get the job done at home. Perfect for multi-bet builders who need a reliable foundation bet.

Value Play: Giants +19.5

GWS Giants +19.5 @ $1.88

Our predicted 3-point margin suggests this line offers huge value. Even if Brisbane win, they’re unlikely to do so by more than 3 goals.

Totals: Under 167.5

Under 167.5 @ $1.88

Our prediction of 156 total points suggests this will be a grinding affair well under the total. Both teams favor defensive structures.

The Gabba Factor

Brisbane’s home ground advantage at The Gabba has been significant this season, but our analysis suggests GWS are better equipped to handle hostile territory than the market believes.

The under looks particularly appealing given both teams’ defensive mindsets and our prediction pointing to a low-scoring grind.

Saturday Afternoon Reality

This shapes as one of those Saturday afternoon games where the favourite wins, but not by the margin the market expects. Brisbane should get home, but GWS are being seriously underestimated.

The real value lies in taking the Giants with the generous start, rather than backing them straight up.

The Bottom Line

The market has overreacted to Brisbane’s home advantage and recent form. While the Lions should win, they’re unlikely to do so as convincingly as the $1.32 odds suggest.

Our best bet combines taking the Giants with the huge head start while backing the under in what should be a defensive struggle.

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