Otago Nuggets 90 def Nelson Giants 83

22 April 2023, Edgar Centre

Box Score

Summary

The Nuggets have continued their hot start running over the Nelson Giants by seven points to remain undefeated in NZ NBL23.

In a close game that neither team could break away from, the Nuggets proved too strong.

After an 8-0 run saw Nelson tie the game late and with just under a minute and a half remaining, a 5-0 run by Michael Harris sealed the game for the Nuggets.

Harris played his best game for the organisation, putting up 31-points, six rebounds, four steals and four 3PM (all career-highs).

Withers picked up where he left off, scoring 18 points with four 3PM.

Without Captain Sam Timmins playing, young Jack Andrew stepped into the starting line-up and stepped up scoring 11 points and pulling down 6 rebounds.

Player Focus

Nuggets import Michael Harris was everywhere with 31-points, 6 rebounds, 4 steals (all career-highs).

Next Game

Otago Nuggets are on the road for their next two games, the soonest coming up next Thursday the fourth of May against the Auckland Tuatara at 7.00pm.