How did the South East Melbourne Phoenix overcome their deficit against the Cairns Taipans?

The Phoenix rallied from a 14-point deficit, largely due to strong contributions from their bench players and a franchise-record number of three-pointers.

What was the final score between the Phoenix and the Taipans?

The Phoenix defeated the Taipans with a final score of 118-91.

Which other NBL game saw a strong performance from the Illawarra Hawks?

The Illawarra Hawks ended a losing streak by defeating the Tasmania JackJumpers 101-91.

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Phoenix Rises: Comeback Victory Over Taipans

24 Jan

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Summary

Phoenix overcame a 14-point deficit for a 118-91 win.
Phoenix bench contributed 58 points to secure the victory.
The team set a franchise record with 21 three-pointers.

Phoenix Rises: Comeback Victory Over Taipans

The South East Melbourne Phoenix secured a significant 118-91 victory over the Cairns Taipans at the State Basketball Centre, rallying from a 14-point first-quarter deficit. The Phoenix's depth was on full display, with their bench contributing a remarkable 58 points to fuel the comeback.

Super subs Angus Glover and Ian Clark were instrumental, with Glover engineering a second-quarter surge and Clark igniting a third-quarter blitz. Glover finished with 22 points, including five three-pointers, while Clark added 13 points in the decisive third quarter.

Phoenix also set a franchise record by sinking 21 three-pointers at a 51% success rate. Coach Josh King lauded his team's unselfishness, highlighted by 31 assists on 38 made field goals. This win maintains the second-placed Phoenix's pressure on the league-leading Adelaide 36ers.