Tasmania JackJumpers vs Breakers | Game Highlights | Round 8 | NBL27

A two-point grind against the Breakers, and the JackJumpers found a way. Tasmania held on for a 79–77 win over the New Zealand Breakers in a contest that came down to toughness, defence and composure late.

Dakota Mathias led the way with 18 points, knocking down four triples. Will Magnay was a presence at both ends with 16 points on 6-of-9 shooting and three blocks, finishing a game-high +10. Josh Bannan filled the sheet with a double-double of 14 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists, while Taran Armstrong added 10 and Kody Stattmann gave a lift off the bench with nine.

Sam Mennenga was huge for the Breakers with 29 points and 17 rebounds, but Tasmania’s defence held the visitors to just 4-of-23 from beyond the arc. The JackJumpers moved the ball for 22 assists and got to the line 31 times to see it out.

on the march. 🐜

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