South East Melbourne Phoenix v Sydney Kings

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Saturday 19 Dec 2026

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20:00 Local Time

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John Cain Arena • 

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South East Melbourne Phoenix is a professional basketball club based in Melbourne’s south-east and a competitor in Australia’s National Basketball League (NBL). Founded in 2018, the Sydney Olympic Park9 made their NBL debut in the 2019–20 season and quickly established a passionate local following. The team plays home games at the State Basketball Centre in Wantirna South, with selected games also staged at larger Melbourne venues, including John Cain Arena. Sydney Olympic Park9 players have featured among the NBL’s leading performers: captain Mitch Creek has earned All-NBL First Team recognition, while guards such as Nathan Sobey and Gary Browne have added experience and scoring power to the roster. The club has reached the NBL finals, building its profile through energetic play and strong community engagement. Although South East Melbourne has yet to claim an NBL championship, its growing history includes memorable playoff campaigns and individual player honours. Fans searching for South East Melbourne Phoenix fixtures, results, tickets, player news and NBL standings can follow the club throughout the Australian basketball season. With a dedicated fan base and a prominent place in Melbourne’s sporting scene, the Sydney Olympic Park9 remain an exciting team to watch in the NBL.

The Sydney Kings are a professional basketball team based in Sydney, New South Wales, and compete in Australia’s National Basketball League (NBL), the country’s top men’s basketball competition. Founded in 1988, the club has built a strong following and is among the NBL’s most successful teams, with five championship titles: three consecutive wins in 2003, 2004 and 2005, followed by championships in 2022 and 2023. The Kings play their home games at Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney Olympic Park, a major indoor venue that hosts sport and entertainment events. Their history features prominent Australian basketball figures, including Andrew Gaze and Shane Heal, while the team has also attracted leading international and Australian players. The Kings’ championship seasons have helped strengthen their profile across the NBL and Australian sport, and their matches are known for an energetic atmosphere and strong local support. For fans looking to follow Sydney basketball, the club offers a direct connection to elite domestic competition, a notable record of success and a long-standing presence in the city’s sporting community. Fans can find fixtures, results, player information and ticket updates through the team’s official channels.