South East Melbourne crush Cairns in NBL clash
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 17 Oct, 10:02 · Archive
South East Melbourne defeated Cairns Taipans 115-83 in an NBL match, with Nathan Sobey scoring 29 points.
South East Melbourne defeated Cairns Taipans 115-83 in an NBL clash at John Cain Arena on Saturday, bouncing back from a slow start to dominate the remainder of the match and avoid a third successive defeat.
After being outscored 35-27 in the opening quarter, the Phoenix turned the contest around decisively. They outscored Cairns 88-48 over the final three quarters, with the Taipans particularly struggling in the third period, when they were outscored 27-9 as the margin spiralled out of control. Nathan Sobey sparked the fightback, pouring in 24 of his game-high 29 points in the first half, hitting six three-pointers in the opening two quarters. Centre Jordan Hunter posted 19 points and 11 rebounds, with seven Phoenix players scoring in double digits.
For Cairns, Jonah Bolden was the sole bright light, scoring 17 points off the bench. The Taipans had started strongly, leading by as much as 33-21 in the first quarter and hitting 14 of 18 shots in that period. Double-technical fouls were issued against Sobey and Keanu Pinder just before halftime after they chest-bumped each other.
How it is being reported
- Phoenix deliver crushing reality check on CairnsNathan Sobey has inspired South East Melbourne, who overcame some early issues to trounce the visiting Cairns Taipans by 32 points.Perth Now · 17 Oct, 09:52
- Phoenix deliver crushing reality check on CairnsNathan Sobey has inspired South East Melbourne, who overcame some early issues to trounce the visiting Cairns Taipans by 32 points.The West Australian · 17 Oct, 09:52
In this story: South East Melbourne Phoenix · Cairns Taipans · Nathan Sobey · Jordan Hunter · Jonah Bolden · John Cain Arena
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