Overview
- New Orleans defeated Melbourne United 107-97 on Oct. 3 and South East Melbourne Phoenix 127-92 on Oct. 5 at Rod Laver Arena.
- Zion Williamson logged roughly 30 minutes across the two games, posting 15-5-2 against United and 8-9-3 with multiple steals and blocks against the Phoenix.
- Over 60,000 fans engaged with the two games and fan events at Melbourne Park, with national broadcasts on Network 10 and streaming on Kayo.
- Coach Willie Green praised the trip and said the experience supports the likelihood of more NBA teams visiting, aligning with NBL owner Larry Kestelman’s push.
- Guard Jose Alvarado hyperextended his right knee versus the Phoenix and will be re-evaluated after the team’s return to the United States.