The Warriors' 40-32 defeat by Cronulla was their fourth consecutive loss, leaving them needing victory to rescue a season that previously placed them inside the top four.
They retain considerable attacking threat through their powerful forwards and dangerous outside backs, but must improve defensively against Brisbane's experienced spine.
Brisbane arrive with renewed momentum after beating St George Illawarra 24-16 in Wollongong, their second straight win and first consecutive victories since mid-season.
Captain Tamika Upton was central to that result, recording a try, two try assists, four line breaks and more than 200 metres.
The Broncos made no changes on game day, although Rhemy Hinckesman moved from 18th player into the interchange, replacing Reegan Hicks.
Harlem Walker also joined the bench, taking the place of Tavarna Papalii after Papalii's club debut last week.
Warriors captain Apii Nicholls returns at fullback, while Tysha Ikenasio was cleared Saturday to return from an ankle injury on the wing.
Former Broncos Stacey Waaka and Mele Hufanga face their old club in the centres, with Gayle Broughton at five-eighth and Annetta Nuuausala on the bench.
Laishon Albert-Jones remains the reserve after suffering a leg injury early in the season.
Statistics were supplied by David Middleton of League Information Services, author of the official NRL annual.