Round 15 – Illawarra Hawks vs Tasmania JackJumpers

Round 15 – Illawarra Hawks vs Tasmania JackJumpers

Tuesday 7 January, 7.30pm AEDT tip-off

WIN Entertainment Centre

LIVE ON ESPN

State of Play

The JackJumpers hit the road for Tuesday night’s clash at WIN Entertainment Centre, facing an Illawarra Hawks team sitting atop the ladder but eager to prove their mettle after two consecutive losses. Hawks coach Justin Tatum has questioned his team’s hunger, setting the stage for a high-stakes encounter.

Illawarra thrives on pace, having surpassed 100 points in nine straight games. Their backcourt duo of Trey Kell III (18.6 ppg) and Tyler Harvey (18.0 ppg) are relentless offensive threats, while Sam Froling and Lachlan Olbrich present significant challenges in the paint.

Sunday’s game against the fast-paced Phoenix has the JackJumpers well-prepared for the tempo the Hawks bring. With Tasmania conceding just 81 points per game during their recent eight-game streak, their focus will be on locking down defensively to keep the Hawks within that range.

This matchup offers a chance for both teams to reset and prove their mettle in what promises to be a fiercely contested battle. Can the JackJumpers rebound and make a statement on the road?

Last Time They Met

Round 4 - Saturday 12 October, 5.30pm - WIN Entertainment Centre

The Illawarra Hawks delivered a commanding performance against the Tasmania JackJumpers, securing a dominant 109-76 victory at the WIN Entertainment Centre. The Hawks set the tone early with a 12-2 run, maintaining control throughout the game. By halftime, Illawarra held a 57-39 lead, capitalizing on Tasmania's 18 turnovers for 24 points and showcasing their dominance on the boards.

Illawarra's strength in the paint proved decisive, with the team scoring 64 points inside and grabbing 21 offensive rebounds, leading to 18 second-chance points. Tyler Harvey paced the Hawks with 19 points, while Sam Froling contributed 21 points and five rebounds. Darius Days added 15 points and nine rebounds, rounding out an impressive team effort that kept Tasmania on the back foot.

For the JackJumpers, Jordon Crawford led with 19 points, including four three-pointers. Will Magnay added 11 points and four assists, while Majok Deng provided 10 points and three steals off the bench. Despite these efforts, Tasmania struggled with consistency, particularly in shooting and rebounding, leaving them unable to match Illawarra's intensity and execution.

HUNGRY JACK'S NBL SEASON 2024/25

ILLAWARRA HAWKS 109 (Froling 21, Harvey 19, Days 15, Hickey 15)

TASMANIA JACKJUMPERS 76 (Crawford 19, Magnay 11, Deng 10)

BOX SCORE

• Tasmania JackJumpers: Will Magnay (fractured toe)
• Illawarra Hawks: No injuries listed.