Round 7 – Game Preview Sydney Kings vs Tasmania JackJumpers (NBL25)

Round 7 – Sydney Kings vs Tasmania JackJumpers

Sunday 3 November, 4.30pm AEDT tip-off

Qudos Bank Arena

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State of Play

It’s an NBL22 Championship Series rematch this Sunday at Qudos Bank Arena as the Tasmania JackJumpers take on the Sydney Kings. Tasmania’s focus on slowing the game and grinding out defensive battles contrasts with Sydney’s pace-driven, high-shot offense, setting up a tactical clash.

In their last meeting, Tasmania controlled the game early, but the Kings surged late with Kouat Noi hitting critical threes. Sydney leads the league in assists per game (20.2), moving the ball quickly to create open looks—a style the JackJumpers’ defense will need to disrupt.

A key matchup to watch: how the Kings manage JackJumpers guards Jordon Crawford and Milton Doyle. Last game, Kings defender Bul Kuol focused on Doyle, allowing Crawford to lead with 18 points in the first half. Both guards will be pivotal for Tasmania’s success on Sunday.

Ins & Outs

• Tasmania JackJumpers: Sean Macdonald remains out (ankle) and Will Magnay (fitness test not passed)
• Sydney Kings: Jaylen Adams (Back)

Last Time They Met

HUNGRY JACK'S NBL25

Saturday 18 October – Silverdome Launceston

The Tasmania JackJumpers faced a tough second-half comeback from the Sydney Kings at the Silverdome in Launceston, falling 80-71 after a strong start. Tasmania led by 16 points at halftime, driven by Jordon Crawford's 18 first-half points, including four three-pointers, and took advantage of Sydney’s 13 turnovers to go on a 17-2 run.

Sydney rallied in the second half, holding the JackJumpers to just 26 points, with captain Xavier Cooks leading the Kings with 15 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, and three blocks. Despite Crawford's game-high 25 points, the Kings outscored Tasmania 47-26 in the second half to claim victory.

TASMANIA JACKJUMPERS 71 (Crawford 25,Magnay 13, Deng 11)
SYDNEY KINGS 80 (Cooks 15, Noi 14, Toohey 12)