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Hawks level NBL title series in game-two thriller
Tyler Harvey hit the game-winning basket as Illawarra hit back to level the NBL championship series with a gutsy road win over Melbourne United.
NBL Championship Series Full Schedule: What time are the Illawarra Hawks vs Melbourne United games
Game two, meanwhile, is scheduled for Wednesday March 12 at 7.30pm in Melbourne with the third game set for Sunday March 16 at 5.30pm back in Wollongong. If required, game four will be on Wednesday March 19 at 7.30pm with game five at 2.30pm on Sunday March 23.
Melbourne United guard Shea Ili could miss game three of the NBL grand final series after a head knock
Melbourne United guard Shea Ili’s history with concussion was enough for coach Dean Vickerman to sit him down after another blow in Wednesday’s loss in game two of the NBL grand final series and he faces a nervous four days before being cleared for Sunday’s third game against the Illawarra Hawks.
Hawks vs. United: Ultimate 2025 NBL Championship Series Preview
Here's what to keep an eye on as the NBL Championship Series gets set to begin, from the big storylines, to the players primed to explode, and where each team might find their advantages.
Harvey's redemption as Hawks level NBL title series
Tyler Harvey was the hero as the Illawarra Hawks levelled the best-of-five NBL championship series against Melbourne United at 1-1 with a tense road win.
Illawarra Hawks level NBL title series against Melbourne United in game-two thriller
Star imports Tyler Harvey and Trey Kell recovered from poor game-one showings to lead the Hawks to a thrilling 102-100 victory at John Cain Arena on Wednesday night.
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NBL madness as clutch late three levels championship series, saves No.1 seed from disaster
A Tyler Harvey three-point bomb with six seconds left has lifted Illawarra Hawks to a stirring game two victory, 102-100 in Melbourne. The Hawks have tasted victory in an NBL Championship Series game ...
Malique Lewis and Izan Almansa Struggle To Make a Difference in NBL Playoffs
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New Orleans Pelicans to become first NBA team to play in Australia in NBL exhibitions
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Hawks take chip on their shoulder into NBL decider
The Illawarra Hawks have taken the chip on their shoulder all the way to the end. On Saturday night, the Hawks will do ...
Ice Cube talks bringing the BIG3 to Australia, partnering with the NBL, and basketball films
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