Breakers Fall Short in 700th-Game Thriller Against 36ers
The Wolfbrook Arena crowd in Christchurch witnessed an unforgettable clash on Thursday as the New Zealand Breakers marked their 700th NBL match with a gripping contest against the Adelaide 36ers.
Although the 36ers narrowly claimed an 83–79 victory, the result remained uncertain until the very end. The final minute turned into pure drama, pushing the atmosphere to fever pitch as both teams fought for control.
Game Highlights
- Izaiah Brockington delivered 25 points — his second 25-point performance this season.
- Parker Jackson-Cartwright contributed 21 points and 10 assists, keeping the Breakers competitive throughout.
- Zylan Cheatham sealed the win for the 36ers with decisive free throws in the closing seconds.
Key Moments
The Breakers, down early in the fourth quarter, mounted a spirited comeback. Brockington’s clutch basket cut the gap late, followed by a Jackson-Cartwright layup that narrowed the margin to two points with less than a minute left.
“The closing minute was pure sporting drama, sending the Christchurch crowd to the edge of their seats.”
Despite holding a 68–66 lead entering the final quarter, the Breakers couldn’t maintain their momentum as the 36ers capitalized under pressure.
Author’s Summary
The Breakers’ 700th NBL game thrilled fans with relentless action, but Adelaide edged them out 83–79 despite strong performances from Brockington and Jackson-Cartwright.