The 1985 regular season took place over 18 rounds between 12 April 1985 and 18 August 1985.

Updated to match(es) played on 18 August 1985.

Source: NBL.com.au The NBL tie-breaker system as outlined in the NBL Rules and Regulations states that in the case of an identical win–loss record, the results in games played between the teams will determine order of seeding.

Nunawading Spectres won Overall Points Percentage (+0.90%).

The top two teams of the regular season, the Brisbane Bullets and Adelaide 36ers, automatically qualified to host their respective Semifinals.