It's the business end of the AFL season with plenty of value available as teams vie for positions in the top eight.
Keep a close on the lines with several lower-ranked teams improving throughout the season.
Below are The Sporting News’ betting predictions and best bets for Round 19.
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Odds via TAB.
St Kilda vs. West Coast prediction, tip, best bet
It's hard to tip against the Saints this game but it appears the line is too large.
St Kilda have been involved in more games with the result under 10 points than any team.
West Coast showed plenty last week despite falling short against Brisbane.
These factors coupled with the Saints' usual low scoring games means the West Coast line is value.
Prediction: St Kilda by 11 points
Best bet: West Coast +26.5 ($1.90)
Brisbane vs. Sydney prediction, tip, best bet
The AFL premiership favourites as underdogs in a game? Yes please.
It won't be easy for the Swans but they are a better than 50-50 chance against Brisbane.
The Lions have rocketed to fourth on the ladder but their exposed form has plenty of flaws.
Their last home match was a tight win against Adelaide, while they struggled to put away West Coast last week.
Sydney have Isaac Heeney returning and are primed to challenge.
Prediction: Sydney by 8 points
Best bet: Sydney to win ($1.95)
Fremantle vs. Melbourne prediction, tip, best bet
Fremantle beat Melbourne by 92 points at the start of June but the result will be different this time.
The Demons have recovered to steady their finals charge in recent weeks with a quality win against Essendon and solid performance on the road against Brisbane.
There is no doubt the Dockers are deserved favourites but Melbourne can win the game and that makes their line attractive.
Prediction: Fremantle by 10 points.
Best bet: Melbourne +16.5 ($1.90)
