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South Men
Wilson's 42 on 8-from-11 threes 'Knox' out Raiders
Melbourne Tigers guard Thomas Wilson. Photo: Jason Hill
2025 NBL1 South Men's Preliminary Finals — Saturday, August 9, 2025
- Thomas Wilson shot a sizzling 8-from-11 from downtown in Melbourne's narrow 89-86 win against Knox
- Ben Ayre delivered 38 points on 61.1% shooting to lead Sandringham to a 95-87 victory over Mt Gambier
- Fabijan Krslovic posted an impressive double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds for Sandringham
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Melbourne 89 def Knox 86 — Watch the Replay
Thomas Wilson delivered a spectacular 42-point performance as Melbourne secured a hard-fought 89-86 win against Knox at Dandenong Basketball Stadium. Wilson was on fire, shooting an outstanding 14-from-21 from the field, including a remarkable 8-from-11 from three-point range. Michael Wearne added 18 points, while Harrison Froling contributed 15 points and seven rebounds for Melbourne.
The contest featured 34 lead changes, with Melbourne overcoming Knox's 11-point advantage at one stage. Despite Knox controlling the boards 46-33, Melbourne's efficiency from deep proved decisive, connecting on 17-from-38 three-pointers (44.7%). Tad Dufelmeier led Knox with 22 points and five steals, while Norvel Pelle registered a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds on 8-from-11 shooting.
Sandringham 95 def Mt Gambier 87 — Watch the Replay
Ben Ayre exploded for 38 points as Sandringham defeated Mt Gambier 95-87 at Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre. Ayre was exceptional, shooting 11-from-18 from the field and 12-from-13 from the charity stripe, while adding five assists. Fabijan Krslovic posted a dominant double-double with 17 points and 12 rebounds, including six offensive boards.
Mt Gambier's Titus Robinson delivered 24 points, connecting on 6-from-8 from downtown in a stellar shooting display. Alex Mudronja added 19 points on 53.3% shooting, but the Pioneers couldn't overcome Sandringham's dominance on the glass, where they held a commanding 44-24 rebounding advantage. The Sabres built their lead to as many as 23 points and capitalised on 14 second-chance points to secure the victory.
2025 NBL1 South Grand Finals
- Women: Geelong United vs Knox Raiders — August 16, 2025 at 4pm — State Basketball Centre
- Men: Sandringham Sabres vs Melbourne Tigers — August 16, 2025 at 7:30pm — State Basketball Centre
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