Round 8 - Game Preview Tasmania JackJumpers vs NZ Breakers (NBL 25)

Round 8 – New Zealand Breakers

Saturday 9 November 2024, 5.30pm AEDT tip-off

MyState Bank Arena

LIVE ON ESPN VIA KAYO

State of Play

The JackJumpers return to MyState Bank Arena for a quick turnaround clash against the NZ Breakers after taking on the Wildcats. Following a demanding stretch, Tasmania will look to gain momentum against a Breakers team that has exceeded expectations this season.

With a 7-2 record, the Breakers currently lead the league and are coming off a dominant 34-point win over Melbourne United, where five players scored in double figures. Next Star Karim Lopez stood out with a 17-point, 10-rebound, and 4-block double-double. Under Coach Petteri Koponen, the Breakers’ impressive teamwork has solidified them as serious contenders.

To secure another home victory, the JackJumpers will need to bring their best on both ends of the court. This matchup promises to be a true test of Tasmania’s resilience and focus.

This game is part of the NBL’s Indigenous Round and we will acknowledge and celebrate Tasmanian Aboriginal people.

Last Time They Met

HUNGRY JACK'S NBL24

Friday 26 January 2024 – Spark Arena

In their last matchup, the New Zealand Breakers edged out the Tasmania JackJumpers 94-88, showing their playoff potential as they surged toward the season's final stretch. The JackJumpers entered the game fresh from a big win over league leaders Melbourne United, but it was the Breakers who ultimately controlled the game at Eventfinda Stadium.

The Breakers built an 18-point lead by the third quarter, led by strong performances from Parker Jackson-Cartwright, who scored 25 points, and Zylan Cheatham with 20 points. Tasmania fought back with a 21-12 third-quarter run, cutting the lead to just four points with seven minutes remaining, but New Zealand held their ground. Jack McVeigh’s 22 points and Milton Doyle’s 19 kept the JackJumpers close, but they couldn't complete the comeback as the Breakers sealed their second consecutive win maintaining pressure for a top-two finish.

NZ Breakers 94 (Parker Jackson-Cartright 25 points, Zylan Cheatham 20)

Tasmania JackJumpers 88 (Jack McVeigh 22 points, Milton Doyle 19)

Ins & Outs

• Tasmania JackJumpers: Sean Macdonald remains out (ankle) & Will Magnay (shoulder)
• NZ Breakers: Max Darling (Groin), Mitch McCarron (Knee) & Mojave King (Calf)