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The match beginsThis section beginsThe jump ball begins
Riseto successfully jumped the ball
Ariel failed to jump the ballMurray missed a three-pointerDavidson defensively reboundedPepper missed a 2-point drive layupRisetto defensively reboundsEnjiatai covered the canopyMurray missed a two-point shotAriel blockedOffensive reboundsNgatai missed a 2-point drive layupRiseto grabbed offensive reboundsRiseto hits the markAriel made a foul errorTruangi made a passing errorAriel stole the ballLicetto committed a personal foulAriel was fouledAriel hit a three-pointerIngram assistedNgatai's three-pointer missedOffensive reboundsHarris committed a personal foulLicetto was fouledMurray hit a three-pointerStoddart assistedAriel scored a two-point dunkHarris assistedRiseto missed a three-point shotHarris defensively reboundedHarris made a passing errorNgatai intercepted the ballTruangi scored a 2-point drifting layupNgatai assistedTruangi missed a three-pointerAriel made a walking errorIngram defended the reboundDavidson scored a 2-point drifting layupStoddart scored a 2-point drifting layupPepper scored on a 2-point drifting layupIngram assistedMurray hit a three-pointerAssist from TruangiAriel scored 2 points on a floaterDavidson assistedLicetto committed a personal foulAriel was fouledRiseto came on for himStoddart was substitutedSaxony came on for himBezant came onAriel made his first free throwMurray made a passing errorMurray committed a personal foulHarris was fouledIngram missed a floater for 2 pointsTruangui blockedMurray defensively reboundsBezant missed a floater for 2 pointsPepper coverdefensive reboundsInside the door, add a substitutionAriel was substitutedHopoi came onTelangi was substitutedPepper made a passing errorSaxony made a tackleBezant missed a three-pointerDavidson defensively reboundedBezant committed a personal foulDavidson was fouledThompson was substitutedNgatai came on offHarris scored on a floater for 2 pointsIngram assistedMurray missed a three-pointerdefensive reboundsRobertson came onIngram was substitutedPepper scored 2 points and hit a turnaround jumperBezant scored a 2-point drifting layupDavidson missed a three-pointerHopoy defensively reboundedMurray missed a 2-point driving layupDavidson blockedInside the gate plus defensive reboundsHe added 2 points inside the basket for a drifting layupHarris assistedAn individual foul inside the goalMurray was fouledPircher was substitutedInside the gate, he was substitutedStoddart came onThompson was substitutedSaxony missed a 2-point shotMurray grabs offensive reboundsStoddart missed a three-pointerDavidson blockedBezant grabs offensive reboundsMurray scored a 2-point drifting layupPepper scored on a 2-point drifting layupMurray hit a three-pointerStoddart assistedPepper made a dribbling errorSaxony made a tackleSaxony made a mistake while dribblingPepper was substitutedHarris was subbed inIngram was subbed inAriel came onMurray was substitutedKhopoi was substitutedTruangi came onNgatai came on for the batDavidson stole the ballDavidson made a passing errorPilcher committed a personal foulStoddart was fouledInside the door, add a substitutionDavidson was substitutedStoddart scoredIngram made a passing errorMurray was subbed inBezant was substitutedRobertson committed a personal foulStoddart was fouledPepper was subbed inRobertson was substitutedStoddart missed his first free throwDead-ball offensive reboundsStoddart made his second free throwPausePilcher was substitutedInside the gate, he was substitutedDavidson came onHarris was subbed inHarris committed an offensive foulHarris committed an offensive turnoverNgatai was fouledSaxony missed a 2-point dunkAriel blockedSaxon offensive reboundsTruangi missed a three-pointerDavidson defensively reboundedDavidson hit a 2-point floaterIngram committed a personal foulTelangi was fouledTerangi made his first free throwTerangui made his second free throwHarris made a passing errorTerangui stole the ballTelangi committed an offensive foulTerangui made an attacking errorHarris was fouledPepper missed a three-pointerTerangui defensively reboundedMurray missed a 2-point driving layupDavidson defensively reboundedDavidson made a passing errorTerangui stole the ballEnd of the first quarterThe Wellington Saints put on an offensive clinic at home, overpowering the Whai 107–95 in a high-octane New Zealand National Basketball League clash on July 18, 2026. The Saints stormed out of the gates and never looked back, improving their position in the tightly contested league standings with a statement victory in front of a lively home crowd.
Match Overview
From the opening tip, the Saints dictated the tempo, using crisp ball movement and relentless transition scoring to build a double-digit lead by halftime. Whai fought valiantly, cutting the deficit to single digits in the third quarter, but Wellington’s depth and shooting proved too much. The final scoreline of 107–95 reflected the Saints’ dominance in the paint and from beyond the arc.
Key Performers
- Wellington Saints: Led by a balanced scoring attack with five players in double figures. Their guard rotation exploited mismatches, while the frontcourt controlled the glass on both ends.
- Whai: Despite the loss, Whai showcased resilience. Their leading scorer poured in 28 points, and the team fought hard in transition, but defensive lapses at critical moments allowed the Saints to maintain control.
Turning Points
The Saints opened the second quarter on a 14–2 run, pushing their lead to 18 points. Whai responded with a 10–0 spurt late in the third, bringing the margin to seven, but Wellington answered with timely three-pointers and free throws to restore order. The final five minutes saw the Saints close the door with a 12–4 run.
Standings Impact
With this win, the Wellington Saints solidify their playoff aspirations in the competitive NZNBL. Whai, while showing promise, will need to tighten their defense if they hope to climb the ladder in the weeks ahead. The victory also extends the Saints’ winning streak at home, making the TSB Bank Arena a fortress for opponents.
The high-scoring affair entertained fans and highlighted the offensive firepower present in this year’s league. Both teams will look to adjust ahead of their next fixtures, but for now, the Saints celebrate a well-earned win.
Wellington Saints vs Whai Live Score, Stats & Results
Match Overview
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