Luke Cassidy\u2019s clutch free throws seal Central Coast\u2019s dramatic two-point win against Sydney Comets<\/p>\n
Central Coast\u2019s two-point win<\/a> in the final game of NBL1 East Men’s Conference was decided in a chaotic final two minutes, where execution at the line and defensive stops separated the game.<\/p>\n Final Minute: Cassidy closes it<\/p>\n 0:20 \u2014 Luke Cassidy draws foul, hits both free throws to level the game at 83\u2013830:03 \u2014 Obiri Kyei turnover under pressure0:02 \u2014 Cassidy draws another foul, makes both free throws \u2192 Central Coast leads 85\u201383Final possession \u2014 Kyei misses a contested three as time expires <\/p>\n Central Coast finished the game 4\/4 from the line in the final 20 seconds \u2014 the difference.<\/p>\n Key Swing: 2:47 \u2013 0:43<\/p>\n Jamal Shoaib hits a clutch three to tie the game (79\u201379)Akil Douglas answers with a mid-range jumper (83\u201381 Sydney)Multiple empty possessions:Kyei misses twice insideMalual misses a pull-upAkamarmoi misses from three<\/p>\n Both teams had chances to take control \u2014 neither could convert until the foul game began.<\/p>\n Momentum Shift: 3:15 \u2013 2:17<\/p>\n Chol Adup knocks down a three to tie (76\u201376)Goc Malual earns free throws and converts both \u2192 Sydney up 81\u201379Cassidy responds with a floater \u2192 81\u201381<\/p>\n This stretch was pure back-and-forth \u2014 no stops, no separation.<\/p>\n Early Quarter Run (10:00 \u2013 6:30)<\/p>\n Ahmed Barba-Bey hits a three early to give Sydney momentumAaron Redhead responds with second-chance scoring (tip-ins + FT)Obiri Kyei creates a mini run with:Euro-step finishAnd-one FTOffensive rebound + tip-in<\/p>\n Sydney built the lead, but Central Coast stayed within one possession the entire quarter.<\/p>\n Game-Deciding Factors<\/p>\n Free Throws (Clutch): Central Coast 4\/4 last 20 secondsTurnover: Kyei giveaway at 0:03Shot Quality: Sydney\u2019s final shot = contested three, no paint touch<\/p>\n \u200d<\/p>\n Manly Warringah Sea Eagles 93, Hills Hornets 75 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n Hills Basketball Stadium \u2014 April 10, 2026 Manly Warringah Sea Eagles controlled the contest from the outset, building a first-half buffer and maintaining separation to defeat Hills Hornets 93\u201375.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Hills 16\u201325, 16\u201324, 18\u201326, 25\u201318Largest lead: Manly +23Game context: Manly\u2019s first-half defence set the tone<\/p>\n Quinn Slazinski delivered a standout performance with 29 points and 14 rebounds, leading all players and anchoring Manly\u2019s frontcourt presence.<\/p>\n He was supported by Emmanuel Tshimanga (13 points, 17 rebounds) and Isaiah Lee (12 points), as Manly controlled the glass 61\u201339 and generated consistent second-chance opportunities (21 offensive rebounds).<\/p>\n Hills shot just 35.5% from the field, with Meekness Payne (20 points) and Saxon Orsini (19 points) the primary contributors.<\/p>\n Despite 11 made threes, Hills couldn\u2019t match Manly\u2019s interior dominance or rebounding edge.<\/p>\n By the NumbersRebounds: Manly 61 \u2502 Hills 39Quinn Slazinski (MAN): 29 pts | 14 rebEmmanuel Tshimanga (MAN): 13 pts | 17 rebCanberra Gunners 105, Illawarra Hawks 95 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n Southern Cross Basketball Stadium, Tuggeranong \u2014 April 11, 2026 Canberra Gunners rode a balanced offensive performance and fourth-quarter control to defeat Illawarra Hawks 105\u201395 in a high-scoring contest.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Canberra 30\u201323, 25\u201327, 20\u201322, 30\u201323Largest lead: Canberra +13Game context: Canberra\u2019s 30-point fourth quarter sealed the result<\/p>\n Canberra placed five players in double figures, led by William Mayfield with 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists.<\/p>\n James Toohey added 17 points on efficient shooting, while Theus Evan Wardlow and Glenn Morison each contributed 14 points.<\/p>\n The Gunners\u2019 depth showed, with strong bench production and 52\u201346 rebounding edge, while shooting 84% from the free-throw line.<\/p>\n Illawarra stayed competitive behind Todd Blanchfield, who posted 29 points and 15 rebounds, and Matthew Mims, who added 23 points and 8 assists.<\/p>\n Despite hitting 13 threes, the Hawks couldn\u2019t contain Canberra\u2019s interior scoring and late-game execution.<\/p>\n By the NumbersWilliam Mayfield (CAN): 18 pts | 11 reb | 5 astTodd Blanchfield (ILL): 29 pts | 15 rebFree Throws: Canberra 21\u201325 (84%)Inner West Bulls 90, Penrith Panthers 79 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n Sydney Uni Sports & Aquatics Centre \u2014 April 11, 2026 Inner West Bulls broke the game open in the third quarter to secure a 90\u201379 win, flipping a tight first half with a decisive run after the break.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Inner West 22\u201323, 23\u201323, 24\u201310, 21\u201323Largest lead: Inner West +15Game context: Bulls\u2019 24\u201310 third quarter created separation<\/p>\n Malok Majak led all scorers with a dominant 32 points and 12 rebounds on 11-of-18 shooting, anchoring Inner West\u2019s offence.<\/p>\n He was supported by Jasper Rentoy (15 points, 5 assists) and Louis Bleechmore (12 points, 8 rebounds), as the Bulls controlled the interior and shot 57.1% from two-point range.<\/p>\n Penrith stayed level through two quarters but couldn\u2019t recover from the third-quarter deficit.<\/p>\n Benjamin Kearins (22 points) and Simun Krpez (21 points) led the scoring, while Jonah Pares added 10 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists.<\/p>\n The Panthers were hurt by 21 turnovers and struggled from deep (21.7% from three).<\/p>\n By the NumbersMalok Majak (IW): 32 pts | 12 reb | 61% FGBenjamin Kearins (PEN): 22 ptsThird Quarter: Inner West 24\u201310Manly Warringah Sea Eagles 98, Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Spiders 64 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n The Brickpit \u2014 April 11, 2026 Manly Warringah blew the game open after halftime, using a dominant third quarter to power past Hornsby Ku-ring-gai in a 34-point win on the road.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Hornsby 16\u201323, 17\u201320, 21\u201330, 10\u201325Largest lead: Manly Warringah +34Game context: Sea Eagles outscored Hornsby 55\u201331 in the second half<\/p>\n Quinn Slazinski delivered a standout all-round performance with 28 points, 11 rebounds and perfect 11-of-11 from the line, setting the tone offensively.<\/p>\n He was well supported by:<\/p>\n Isaiah Lee: 15 points, 14 assistsStefan Valkovic: 17 points on 60% shootingEmmanuel Tshimanga: 12 points, 10 rebounds (83% FG)<\/p>\n Manly shot 50.7% from the field and controlled the interior (65.9% from two-point range), creating consistent scoring pressure.<\/p>\n Hornsby Ku-ring-gai shot just 33.3% from the field and couldn\u2019t keep pace after the break.<\/p>\n Daniel Titus (16 points) and Nathaniel Chappell (13 points) led the scoring, while the team combined for 18 turnovers and limited interior efficiency.<\/p>\n By the NumbersQuinn Slazinski (MAN): 28 pts | 11 reb | 11\/11 FTIsaiah Lee (MAN): 15 pts | 14 astSecond Half: Manly Warringah 55\u201331Norths Bears 87, Bankstown Bruins 71 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n North Sydney Indoor Sports Centre \u2014 April 11, 2026 Norths Bears took control after halftime, using a dominant third quarter to separate and secure a 16-point win over Bankstown.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Norths 16\u201319, 26\u201322, 27\u201318, 18\u201312Largest lead: Norths +20Game context: Bears outscored Bankstown 45\u201330 in the second half<\/p>\n Norths controlled the paint and glass, with Lachlan Bofinger and Fabijan Krslovic leading a powerful interior performance.<\/p>\n Bofinger: 14 points, 16 rebounds, 5 assistsKrslovic: 15 points, 16 rebounds, 3 steals, 2 blocksBailey Hanson: 24 points, 6-of-6 FT<\/p>\n Norths finished with 55 rebounds (20 offensive), consistently generating second-chance opportunities.<\/p>\n Despite Jason Cadee\u2019s 21 points (4 threes), Bankstown shot just 32.3% from the field and 29.4% from two-point range, limiting their ability to pressure the Bears inside.<\/p>\n The Bruins also committed 15 turnovers, which Norths converted into scoring momentum during the second-half run.<\/p>\n By the NumbersRebounds: Norths 55 \u2013 Bankstown 43Second Half: Norths 45 \u2013 Bankstown 30Jason Cadee (BANK): 21 pts | 4 threesSutherland Sharks 93, Maitland Mustangs 79 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n Sutherland Basketball Stadium \u2014 April 11, 2026 Sutherland flipped the game after halftime, turning a 15-point deficit into a commanding 14-point win behind a dominant second-half surge.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Sutherland 19\u201332, 18\u201320, 26\u201311, 30\u201316Largest lead: Sutherland +17Game context: Sharks outscored Maitland 56\u201327 in the second half<\/p>\n After trailing early, Sutherland took control through defensive pressure and efficient offence.<\/p>\n Lochlan Hutchison: 24 points, 6 assists, 10-of-12 FTJason Spurgin: 22 points, 14 reboundsAdrian Cabrera: 15 points, 3-of-3 from three<\/p>\n The Sharks shot 49.2% from the field and 42.9% from three, finding consistent scoring balance across the lineup.<\/p>\n Maitland led by 15 at halftime but struggled to generate offence in the second half, scoring just 27 points after the break.<\/p>\n Reyne Smith: 27 points (11-of-12 FT)William Cranston-Lown: 23 points, 6 assists<\/p>\n The Mustangs shot 35.2% from the field and couldn\u2019t handle Sutherland\u2019s defensive adjustments and physicality on the glass.<\/p>\n By the NumbersSecond Half: Sutherland 56 \u2013 Maitland 27Rebounds: Sutherland 45 \u2013 Maitland 41Free Throws: Sutherland 24\/31 (77%)Sydney Comets 87, Newcastle Falcons 64 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n Comets Stadium \u2014 April 11, 2026 Sydney Comets controlled the game from the outset and never let Newcastle Falcons establish rhythm, cruising to an 87\u201364 win at Comets Stadium.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Sydney 21\u201317, 22\u201312, 28\u201312, 16\u201323Largest lead: Sydney +27Game context: Sydney broke the game open in the middle quarters with defence and interior scoring<\/p>\n Sydney had five players score in double figures or close to it, led by Obiri Kyei with 21 points on 8-of-12 shooting, including four made threes.<\/p>\n Akil Douglas added 18 points, while Goc Malual produced a strong double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds.<\/p>\n The Comets won the rebound battle 54\u201335 and held Newcastle to 31.4% shooting from the field.<\/p>\n Ryan Beisty led Newcastle with 16 points, 8 rebounds and 5 assists, while Mandrell Worthy added 13 points.<\/p>\n But the Falcons were unable to generate consistent offence, shooting just 19.1% from three and turning the ball over 17 times.<\/p>\n By the NumbersObiri Kyei (SYD): 21 pts | 4 3PTGoc Malual (SYD): 13 pts | 11 rebRyan Beisty (NEW): 16 pts | 8 reb | 5 astNorths Bears 94, Albury-Wodonga Bandits 51 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n North Sydney Indoor Sports Centre \u2014 April 12, 2026 Norths Bears delivered a dominant wire-to-wire performance, overwhelming Albury-Wodonga with size, rebounding and defensive pressure in a 43-point win.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Norths 19\u201311, 29\u201315, 21\u201312, 25\u201313Largest lead: Norths +43Game context: Bears controlled every quarter and owned the glass throughout<\/p>\n Norths completely controlled the paint and rebounds, finishing with a massive 67\u201332 advantage on the boards, including 27 offensive rebounds.<\/p>\n Lachlan Bofinger: 18 points, 15 reboundsFabijan Krslovic: 16 points, 13 reboundsIgnatius Mitchell: 16 points<\/p>\n The Bears generated repeated second-chance opportunities and shot 45.2% from the field.<\/p>\n Albury-Wodonga shot just 29.2% from the field and 17.4% from three, unable to generate consistent scoring against Norths\u2019 defensive pressure.<\/p>\n Christian Cook (11 points) and Kevion Blaylock (10 points, 4 blocks) led the Bandits, but the team managed just 26 points in the first half.<\/p>\n By the NumbersRebounds: Norths 67 \u2013 Albury-Wodonga 32Offensive rebounds: Norths 27FG%: Norths 45.2% \u2013 Bandits 29.2%Maitland Mustangs 90, Inner West Bulls 68 \u2013 Watch the Replay<\/a><\/p>\n Concord Recreational Centre \u2014 April 12, 2026 Maitland Mustangs pulled away in the second half, finishing strongly to secure a 22-point road win over Inner West.<\/p>\n Game SnapshotQuarter scores: Inner West 23\u201327, 11\u201319, 18\u201314, 16\u201330Largest lead: Maitland +22Game context: Mustangs closed with a dominant 30\u201316 fourth quarter<\/p>\n Maitland had five players score in double figures or close, led by Reyne Smith with 24 points on efficient shooting.<\/p>\n Myles Cherry: 15 points, 14 reboundsBilly Parsons: 17 points, 14 reboundsWilliam Cranston-Lown: 15 points, 5 assists<\/p>\n The Mustangs controlled the glass 55\u201330 and shot 48.7% from the field, consistently generating high-percentage looks.<\/p>\n Inner West shot just 30.0% from the field and 31.1% from two-point range, limiting their ability to stay in the contest.<\/p>\n Malok Majak led the Bulls with 26 points, while the team combined for just 68 points on low efficiency.<\/p>\n
Halftime: Manly 49\u201332<\/p>\n
Halftime: Canberra 55\u201350<\/p>\n
Halftime: 45\u201346<\/p>\n
Halftime: Manly Warringah 43\u201333<\/p>\n
Halftime: Bankstown 41\u201342<\/p>\n
Halftime: Maitland 52\u201337<\/p>\n
Halftime: Sydney 43\u201329<\/p>\n
Halftime: Norths 48\u201326<\/p>\n
Halftime: Maitland 46\u201334<\/p>\n