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Davis Dazzles: Kings Crowned Champions in OT Thriller!
5 Apr
Summary
- Kendric Davis scored 35 points and 14 assists.
- Sydney Kings secured their sixth NBL title.
- A record crowd of 18,589 watched the final game.
The Sydney Kings clinched their sixth NBL title in a dramatic overtime victory, defeating the Adelaide 36ers 113-101 in the championship series' final game. This momentous win occurred on Easter Sunday at Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena, drawing an unprecedented NBL crowd of 18,589 spectators.
Kings' star point guard Kendric Davis was instrumental in the triumph, delivering a remarkable performance with 35 points and 14 assists. He engaged in a compelling duel with Adelaide's Bryce Cotton, who also scored 35 points for the 36ers. This championship marks the Kings' first since the return of coach Brian Goorjian last season, fulfilling his mandate to revitalize the team.
The Adelaide 36ers concluded their season with disappointment, having aimed for their first title since 2002. Despite an initial overwhelming loss in game one, they mounted an impressive comeback throughout the series to twice equalize the score, ultimately falling short in the decisive fifth game.
