Mike Chappell scored a season high 44 points as the New Zealand Breakers beat the Perth Wildcats, 104-97. Meanwhile, Chris Burgess scored 16 points in his NBL Debut, as the Taipans beat Melbourne, 92-90. Duke fans who remember Chris will not be surprised to learn that he missed all five foul shots he attempted.
Chris Carrawell returned to action with 21 points in the Sydney King's 125-94 win over the Hunter Pirates.