Heartbreak for the NZ Breakers as a rules blunder costs them the game against Melbourne United in a nail-biting finish. Find out what happened!
The New Zealand Breakers faced a devastating 82-81 defeat at the hands of Melbourne United in a dramatic finish that left fans on the edge of their seats. The game took a shocking turn when import player Zylan Cheatham made a critical mistake with a timeout rule, proving costly for the Breakers in the final seconds. As the clock ticked down, Matthew Dellavedova's clutch free throw sealed the victory for Melbourne United, leaving the Breakers reeling from the missed opportunity.
Despite the tough loss, Breakers fans were left philosophical as the team's resilience and determination were evident throughout the game. The ANBL leaders, Melbourne United, showcased their strength by coming from behind and securing the win in a hard-fought battle. The Breakers, led by coach Mody Maor, remain optimistic despite the challenging start to their campaign, emphasizing their commitment to bounce back stronger in the upcoming games.
In a post-game reflection, Mody Maor expressed unwavering support for Zylan Cheatham, highlighting the importance of learning from setbacks and moving forward positively. The loss serves as a valuable lesson for the Breakers, emphasizing the significance of attention to detail and composure in crucial moments. As the NZ Breakers continue their journey in the NBL, the team is poised to overcome obstacles and prove their resilience in the face of adversity.
New Zealand Breakers import Zylan Cheatham won't soon forget one key rule in the NBL. With about three seconds left on the clock and his side trailing...
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The New Zealand Breakers have suffered a heartbreaking 82-81 loss to Melbourne United. Matthew Dellavedova nailed a clutch free throw with seconds remaining ...
Forward Zylan Cheathem's brain explosion in the final seconds left the home side one point short of the ANBL leaders.
Matthew Dellavedova's clutch free-throw has secured NBL leaders Melbourne United a hard-earned 82-81 win over the New Zealand Breakers.
A clutch free-throw from Matthew Dellavedova has delivered Melbourne United a hard-earned 82-81 win against the New Zealand Breakers in New Plymouth.
Matthew Dellavedova and Melbourne United are on the road up against the New Zealand Breakers, who have turned their campaign around.
After the buzzer sounded to end the New Zealand Breakers' tough loss to Melbourne United in New Plymouth on Friday night, Mody Maor was quick to voice his.
A rough start to their campaign - including a swag of injuries - has the New Zealand outfit down in eighth on the standings.