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Apr
East Men's Digest
Inner West Bulls' Maxwell Clark has seven of 16 triples
Inner West's Maxwell Clark won the Anzac Medal for his explosive 31 points on 12-from-19 from the field, including seven threes.
NBL1 East Round 5 on April 25-27, 2025: Clark’s 31 points, Mayfield’s 33, and a 16-triple barrage
- Maxwell Clark drilled seven threes as Inner West hit 16 triples in a dominant win
- William Mayfield erupted for 33 points to lead Canberra past BA CoE in a tight contest
- Maitland’s outstanding 60.9% shooting powered them past Hornsby KuRingGai in a high-paced shootout
BA CoE vs Canberra
Canberra secured a hard-fought 91-87 win against BA CoE at Belconnen Basketball Stadium. William Mayfield delivered a stellar 33-point performance, shooting 9-from-16 from the field and 6-from-9 from outside the arc, while adding seven rebounds. Glenn Morison posted a double-double with 18 points and 10 boards alongside seven dimes and three steals. For BA CoE, Che Brogan led with 20 points and seven rebounds, and Luke Fennell added 16 points, including three triples.
This contest featured six lead changes and was decided by Canberra’s efficient 47.5% shooting and 13 made threes (52% from deep). BA CoE relied heavily on their bench, contributing 63 points, but struggled from outside (29%) and could not overcome Canberra’s balanced attack. The win keeps Canberra’s momentum alive as they prepare for Penrith next.
Inner West vs Bankstown
Inner West dominated Bankstown 102-84 at Bankstown Basketball Stadium, riding an explosive shooting display. Maxwell Clark was on fire, pouring in 31 points on 12-from-19 shooting, including a blistering 7-from-11 from downtown. Ramon Cao added 20 points and nine boards, while Mirko Djeric chipped in 18 points, hitting six triples. Inner West as a team knocked down 16 triples at a solid 42.1% clip and scored 41 points off the bench.
Bankstown’s Hayden Blankley posted a double-double with 27 points and 11 rebounds, but the home side struggled to control the ball with 19 turnovers and could not keep pace with Inner West’s perimeter barrage. The visitors’ full team effort, with four players in double figures, and 14 steals, proved decisive. Inner West’s win cements their place among the conference’s most dangerous shooting teams.
Norths Bears vs Sydney
Norths Bears ground out a 65-60 win against Sydney at Comets Stadium in a defensive battle. Michael Yoong led the Bears with 17 points, including five triples, while Hunter Goodrick was efficient with 16 points on 7-from-13 shooting and nine rebounds. Sydney’s Viliami Foketi answered with 15 points at a 60% clip, and Obiri Kyei tallied a double-double (13 points, 12 boards).
Both teams struggled from the field, with Norths Bears shooting 33.8% and Sydney at 35.8%. The Bears dominated the glass, cleaning the glass for 53 rebounds (22 offensive), and scored 30 second-chance points. Despite 15 turnovers, Norths’ ability to capitalise on extra possessions proved the difference. The Bears’ win keeps them in the top half of the standings as they look ahead to Sutherland.
Maitland vs Hornsby KuRingGai
Maitland powered past Hornsby KuRingGai 106-95 in a fast-paced contest at Maitland Federation Centre. Mandrell Worthy was outstanding, leading all scorers with 23 points on 9-from-11 shooting (81.8%) and four steals. Billy Parsons added a double-double with 18 points (7-from-8, including two threes) and 10 rebounds, while Jay Cole chipped in 18 points and seven boards.
Both teams combined for 28 made threes, but Maitland’s 60.9% field goal shooting and 64 points in the paint set them apart. Hornsby’s Daniel Titus and Atien Acuel each scored 17, but 27 turnovers hurt their chances. Maitland’s relentless fastbreak (20 points) and bench depth (24 points) helped them withstand 14 lead changes in a highly entertaining clash.
Illawarra vs Sutherland
Sutherland rolled to an 88-70 win against Illawarra at Sutherland Basketball Stadium, fuelled by Lochlan Hutchison’s 20 points (6-from-8 shooting, 7-from-9 at the foul line) and Luke Jamieson’s 16-point, 10-rebound double-double. Kouat Noi matched Hutchison with 20 points, including four triples and eight boards. The Sharks cleaned the glass with 54 rebounds (16 offensive) and forced 16 steals.
Illawarra’s Todd Blanchfield was exceptional, notching 28 points, 14 rebounds, and five assists, but the Hawks struggled with 22 turnovers and shot just 21.6% from outside. Sutherland’s all-round effort, with four players in double figures, and a 17-6 fastbreak advantage, propelled them to a comfortable victory and keeps them in the finals hunt.
