Breakers Fall Short in 700th-Game Thriller Against 36ers
The Wolfbrook Arena crowd witnessed an intense battle on Thursday as the New Zealand Breakers marked their 700th NBL game with a closely contested match against the Adelaide 36ers. The game ended with the 36ers narrowly winning 83-79 in a suspenseful finish.
Game Highlights
- Izaiah Brockington scored 25 points, marking his second 25-point game this season.
- Despite trailing early in the fourth quarter, the Breakers staged a strong comeback.
- Parker Jackson-Cartwright contributed 21 points and 10 assists.
Closing Moments
The final minute brought intense drama as Brockington’s clutch scoring cut the gap, and Jackson-Cartwright’s basket brought the Breakers within two points (80-78). The teams exchanged free throws before Zylan Cheatham sealed the 36ers’ victory from the line.
“The closing minute was pure sporting drama, sending the Christchurch crowd to the edge of their seats.”
Final Thoughts
Despite the loss, the Breakers celebrated their milestone with a memorable, competitive match, showing resilience and excitement throughout the game.
Author’s summary: The Breakers’ 700th NBL game delivered a thrilling contest with a late comeback falling just short against the Adelaide 36ers, highlighted by standout performances from Brockington and Jackson-Cartwright.
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