Who won the Illawarra Hawks vs Cairns Taipans game?

The Cairns Taipans defeated the Illawarra Hawks with a score of 93-76.

Did the Cairns Taipans have key players missing?

Yes, the Taipans were without key players like Jack McVeigh, Reyne Smith, and Sam Waardenburg.

What is the Illawarra Hawks' current NBL standing?

Following their loss, the Illawarra Hawks have a 5-10 win-loss record.

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Hawks Suffer Shock Home Loss to Understrength Taipans

6 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Illawarra Hawks lost to an under-strength Cairns Taipans 93-76.
The Taipans secured victory despite missing key players, including Jack McVeigh.
This defeat marked the Hawks' sixth straight loss after an overtime game.

Hawks Suffer Shock Home Loss to Understrength Taipans

The Illawarra Hawks experienced a significant setback in their NBL title defence, succumbing to a surprising 93-76 defeat against a depleted Cairns Taipans squad at the WIN Entertainment Centre. The Taipans, missing key players including Jack McVeigh, demonstrated superior defence and physicality, overpowering the Hawks.

This loss continues a worrying trend for the Hawks, as it marks their sixth consecutive defeat immediately after an overtime game. The team now holds a 5-10 win-loss record. The Taipans, despite their limitations, led by as many as 23 points late in the third quarter, showcasing their resilience.

Individually, Andrew Andrews led the Taipans with a career-high 27 points, supported by strong performances from Admiral Schofield and Kyrin Galloway. For the Hawks, Dan Grida was a bright spark off the bench with a personal best 18 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Taipans' dominant performance.

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