South East Melbourne Phoenix v Illawarra Hawks

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Saturday 18 Oct 2025

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20:00 Local Time

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John Cain Arena • 

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The South East Melbourne Phoenix is a professional basketball team based in Melbourne, Australia. The team was established in 2019 and is currently a member of the National Basketball League (NBL). The Phoenix compete in the annual NBL season, as well as in other major competitions such as the FIBA Asia Champions Cup. The team has had an impressive start, qualifying for the NBL playoffs in their debut season. Some notable players on the Phoenix roster include former NBA player Mitch Creek and Australian Boomers representative Dane Pineau. The team plays their home games at the State Basketball Centre, a state-of-the-art stadium with a capacity of 3,200 seats. The Phoenix have quickly gained a strong fan base and continue to strive for success in the Australian basketball scene.

The Illawarra Hawks are a professional basketball team based in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia. They compete in the National Basketball League (NBL), which is the premier basketball league in Australia. The team was founded in 1979 and has since won three NBL championships in 2001, 2005, and 2010. The Illawarra Hawks are known for their fierce competition and have been a consistent top-performer in the NBL. Some notable players who have played for the Hawks include LaMelo Ball, Andrew Gaze, and Oscar Forman. The team plays their home games at the WIN Entertainment Centre, which has a capacity of over 6,000 spectators. With a dedicated and talented roster, the Illawarra Hawks are sure to continue making their mark in the NBL and bringing exciting basketball action to their fans.