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The match beginsThis section beginsThe jump ball begins
Carter successfully jumped the ball
Risetto failed the jump ballCarter missed a floater for 2 pointsPorto's offensive rebound - KelmanPorto hits - KelmanWhitt assistedNgatai scored a 2-point drifting layupStoddart committed a personal foulWhitt was fouledWhitt missed a three-pointerdefensive reboundsTruangi made a passing errorCarter stole the ballCarter scored a 2-point dunkMurray missed a three-pointerBoyd defensively reboundedPorto's two-point floater was made by KellmanLicetto committed a personal foulPorto fouled—KelmanPorto's first free throw was made by KelmanNgatai made a passing errorPorto's two-point floater was made by KellmanCarter assistedRobinson committed a personal foulTelangi was fouledMurray scored a 2-point drifting layupPorto's two-point floater was made by KellmanWhitt assistedTerlangi missed a two-point shotdefensive reboundsRobinson missed a three-pointerNgatai defensively reboundedTruangi scored a 2-point drifting layupWhitt missed a 2-point drive layupNgatai defensively reboundedLicetto missed a floater for 2 pointsRiseto grabbed offensive reboundsTerangi hit a three-pointerRiseto assistedPausePorto substituted for KelmanRobinson was substitutedBigg was substitutedAnderson was substitutedMasters came onRiseto came on for himBoyd missed a two-point fadeaway jumperTerangui defensively reboundedTata was substitutedNgatai came on offTata committed an offensive foulTata made an attacking errorBigg was fouledBoyd missed a three-pointerdefensive reboundsBezant came onStoddart was substitutedTerangi hit a three-pointerBezant assistedWhitt scored a 2-point shotMurray hit a three-pointerAnderson missed a three-pointerBigg grabs offensive reboundsCarter scored 2 points on a floaterTata committed a personal foulCarter was fouledRobinson was substitutedBoyd was substitutedTata was substitutedTelangi was substitutedSaxony came on for himRiseto came on for himCarter made his first free throwWhitt assistedMurray missed a three-pointerOffensive reboundsBigg committed a personal foulLicetto was fouledRiseto scored 2 points on a floaterBezant assistedCarter missed a floater for 2 pointsSaxony defensively reboundedMurray hit a fadeaway jumper for two pointsNgatai came on for the batMasters was substitutedCarter missed a floater for 2 pointsCarter grabbed offensive reboundsCarter scoredAnderson committed a personal foulMurray was fouledBoyd was subbed inCarter was subbed outMurray missed a three-pointerdefensive reboundsMasters came onMurray was substitutedWhitt made a passing errorPorto brought on KelmanBigge was substitutedMasters missed a three-pointerdefensive reboundsLicetto committed a personal foulBoyd was fouledSaville came onWhitt was subbed inBezant was substitutedRiseto came on for himStoddart came onTruangi came onBoyd made his first free throwBoyd made his second free throwTerangi made a mistake while dribblingRobinson stole the ballSaville hit a three-pointerPorto's assist - KellmanPauseCarter was subbed inAnderson came on offThompson was substitutedTelangi was substitutedTruangi came onThompson was substitutedNgatai scored 2 points and made a floaterPorto's two-point floater was made by KellmanCarter assistedTruangi scored a 2-point drifting layupSaxony committed a personal foulPorto fouled—KelmanBezant came onStoddart was substitutedMurray was subbed inMasters was substitutedPorto's first free throw was made by KelmanPorto's second free throw was made by KelmanBezant hit a 2-point shotRobinson missed a three-pointerMurray defensively reboundsMurray scored 2 points with a floaterRobinson committed a personal foulMurray was fouledMurray missed his first free throwCarter defensively reboundedEnd of the first quarterWhai delivered an impressive road performance, defeating the Franklin Bulls 93–79 in a New Zealand National Basketball League contest on June 27, 2026. The visitors used a balanced scoring attack and strong second-half shooting to overcome a competitive Bulls side and claim a crucial win.
Match Overview
The first half was tightly contested, with both teams trading baskets. Franklin Bulls held a narrow 44–42 lead at halftime, but Whai came out of the break with renewed energy. They tightened their defense and started hitting from beyond the arc, outscoring the Bulls 28–18 in the third quarter. The Bulls attempted to rally in the fourth, but Whai's lead was too large to overcome.
Turning Points
- Third-quarter surge: Whai opened the second half on a 15–2 run, flipping the game completely.
- Three-point barrage: Whai connected on 12 three-pointers, with four coming in the pivotal third quarter.
- Foul trouble: Franklin's starting center picked up his fourth foul early in the third, limiting his minutes and affecting the Bulls' interior defense.
Standout Players
Whai guard Joshua Barnett had a monster game, tallying 27 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. Forward Michael Tupuola added 20 points and 11 rebounds for a double-double. For the Franklin Bulls, Sam Harris scored a game-high 30 points, but he lacked sufficient help as the rest of the team shot just 38% from the field.
Statistics at a Glance
- Whai: 93 points, 47% shooting, 34 rebounds, 19 assists, 8 steals.
- Franklin Bulls: 79 points, 43% shooting, 31 rebounds, 14 assists, 5 steals.
Season Context
Whai improved to 9–7 with the victory, keeping them in the top half of the NZNBL ladder. The Franklin Bulls fell to 7–9, dropping them into a tie for sixth place. With several teams clustered near the playoff line, every win carries significant weight as the regular season enters its final stretch.
Franklin Bulls vs Whai Live Score, Stats & Results
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