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The match beginsThis section beginsThe jump ball begins
Timmins successfully jumped the ball
Risetto failed the jump ballBoone missed a three-pointerMurray defensively reboundsTerlangi missed a two-point shotAsbury blockOffensive reboundsTruangi scored a 2-point drifting layupInge hit a three-pointerTimmins assistedMurray hit a 2-point dunkAssist from TruangiTimmins missed a floater for 2 pointsRisetto defensively reboundsNgatai scored 2 points and made a floaterTimmings hits the markStoddart scored a 2-point drifting layupInge missed a 2-point driving layupMurray defensively reboundsStoddart scoredMurray assistedBoone hit a three-pointerJones assistedTruangi missed a three-pointerAsbury defensively reboundedStoddart committed a personal foulAsbury was fouledInge made a walking errorMurray hit a three-pointerAssist from TruangiTimmins missed a two-point turnaround jumperStoddart defensively reboundedMurray missed a three-pointerInge defensively reboundedJones missed a 2-point drive layupRisetto defensively reboundsRiseto missed a three-point shotdefensive reboundsRiseto came on for himStoddart was substitutedSaxony came on for himBezant came onTruangi committed a personal foulTimmins was fouledSaxony committed a personal foulTimmins was fouledJones made a passing turnoverSaxony made a tackleJones committed a personal foulTelangi was fouledTerangi made his first free throwTerangui made his second free throwTimmins scored 2 points with a floaterJones assistedTerangi hit a three-pointerSaxony assistedBoone hit a three-pointerTerangi hit a three-pointerBezant assistedAsbury scored a 2-point drifting layupMurray missed a 2-point stop-and-shoot jumperBoone defended the reboundAsbury missed a three-pointerMurray defensively reboundsMurray scored a 2-point drifting layupAsbury made a passing errorAsbury was substitutedInge came on for the roleCameron came onCooper was subbed inNgatai came on offTelangi was substitutedStoddart came onBezant was substitutedHopoi came onMasters came onSaxony missed a three-pointerTimmins defensively reboundedJones scored a 2-point drifting layupMasters missed a 2-point pull-up jumperTimmins defensively reboundedJones made a passing turnoverStoddart made a stealStoddart hit a three-pointerMurray assistedCameron hit a three-pointerJones assistedStoddart hit a three-pointerMurray assistedBoone missed a three-pointerMurray defensively reboundsMurray missed a 2-point driving layupJones defensively reboundedCameron missed a three-point shotBoone grabs offensive reboundsBoone scored a 2-pointer with a turnaround jumperStoddart missed a three-pointerHopoi grabbed offensive reboundsMurray missed a three-pointerHopoi grabbed offensive reboundsCameron committed a personal foulKhopoi was fouledBoone was subbed inJones was subbed outInge came onAsbury was substitutedMurray was substitutedKhopoi was substitutedTruangi came onSaxony substituted him offNgatai came on for the batRiseto came on for himTruangi missed a three-pointerInge defensively reboundedTimmins missed a two-point shotNgatai defensively reboundedNgatai's three-pointer missedEnd of the first quarterSouthland Sharks Dominate Whai in NBL Showdown
The Southland Sharks delivered a commanding performance on July 29, 2026, overpowering Whai 96–81 in a New Zealand National Basketball League contest that showcased the Sharks' depth and home-court advantage. The victory at Stadium Southland kept the Sharks firmly in playoff contention, while Whai struggled to contain the hosts' aggressive offensive attack from the opening tip.
Match Overview
After a tightly contested first quarter, the Sharks pulled away in the second period with a 28–18 run that set the tone for the remainder of the game. Whai attempted to mount a comeback in the third quarter, cutting the deficit to single digits, but Southland responded with a balanced scoring effort and suffocating defense that limited their opponents to just 39% shooting from the field. The 15-point final margin reflected the Sharks' control in transition and dominance on the boards.
Key Performers
- Southland Sharks: The team's backcourt was electric, with the starting guard combination combining for 48 points and 12 assists. The big man anchored the paint with a double-double, grabbing 14 rebounds while adding 18 points.
- Whai: Despite the loss, Whai's leading scorer kept his team in the hunt with a 27-point outing on 10-of-18 shooting, though he lacked consistent support from his teammates. The bench contributed only 16 points, exposing Whai's lack of depth against a deep Sharks rotation.
Turning Point
The decisive moment came early in the second quarter when Southland unleashed a 14–2 run, punctuated by back-to-back three-pointers and a steal‑and‑dunk sequence that forced Whai into a timeout. From that point, the Sharks never trailed, building a lead that swelled to as many as 21 points in the third quarter.
Season Impact
With the win, Southland improved to a commanding position in the NBL standings, sending a message to the rest of the league ahead of the postseason. Whai, meanwhile, dropped to 9–10 on the season and will need to address their road consistency if they hope to secure a playoff berth. The defensive breakdowns and struggles to execute in half‑court sets were clear areas for improvement highlighted by this result.
The Sharks will look to carry this momentum into their next fixture, while Whai returns home aiming to bounce back against a fellow mid‑table contender. In a league as competitive as the New Zealand NBL, every win matters—and Southland earned this one with authority.
Southland Sharks vs Whai Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
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