A notable fixture sits on the schedule as Brisbane Bullets prepares to face South East Melbourne Phoenix. There's real importance attached to this result in NBL, with the opening tip arriving
Across Australia, the game holds a firm place among supporters, framing the wider backdrop to this meeting.
Shot selection in the first minutes could carry extra weight. How each side handles the opening quarter may shape the rhythm of the rest of the contest. Does the perimeter shooting hold up under sustained pressure? How might half-court defensive schemes adjust as the game progresses?
Expect a tightly contested battle between two motivated sides. Which side adapts better as the game wears on? Fans can track Basketball in-game progress and highlights as the action continues.
The victory of Brisbane Bullets: 3.35
The victory of South East Melbourne Phoenix: 1.33
