The BNZ Breakers are currently tied for second place on the Ignite Cup ladder with 7 points, following a dominant win against the Illawarra Hawks that earned them the maximum points last month.
The team is preparing for a crucial game this Wednesday on the Gold Coast, where they will face the Brisbane Bullets. This fixture holds major importance for the Ignite Cup standings.
The fight for a place in the Ignite Cup Final is intensifying. BNZ Breakers Chairman Marc Mitchell expressed the club’s enthusiasm for the tournament, highlighting its innovation:
“Our club is excited about the Ignite Cup, a fantastic innovation for the NBL. We know that there will be plenty of Kiwis coming out on the GC to back the BNZ Breakers – we look forward to our fans making the Gold Coast feel like home for this game.”
Currently, the BNZ Breakers share the second spot with Brisbane Bullets, Melbourne United, and Tasmanian JackJumpers, each holding 7 points. With Perth leading, only the top two teams will advance to the final, making Wednesday’s clash a vital chance to separate themselves in the standings.
This innovative in-season tournament has transformed Wednesday night basketball, culminating in a final with a substantial $400,000 prize pool. The champion team will receive $300,000, while the runner-up earns $100,000, with 60% of the prize money distributed directly to players.
Summary: The BNZ Breakers enter a pivotal Ignite Cup match against the Brisbane Bullets, both vying for a top-two finish to qualify for the lucrative grand final prize.