Basketball scribbler for Laceylowdown.com Eurobasket.com & BBNZ. Interests inc high school and college hoops, NBL & Tauihi plus NZ Breakers stats history.
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RAPID WRAP. ⚡🔥
The second half of the season is underway, and the Rapid League continues to deliver.
Big scores, close contests, and important results highlighted another entertaining week of action across the country.
Catch up on all the latest Rapid League results below. 🏀👇
nznbl.basketball/rapid-wrap-…
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Mike Lacey retweeted
Jun 9
World Cup-winning chemistry, reunited.
The BNZ Breakers have appointed elite international tactician Sebastian Gleim as Lead Assistant Coach for Hungry Jack’s NBL27.
Gleim reunites with Head Coach Gordon Herbert after the pair helped guide Germany to gold at the 2023 FIBA World Cup — one of the greatest achievements in modern basketball.
He also brings strong knowledge of New Zealand basketball, having coached the Franklin Bulls across the 2024 and 2025 Sal’s NZNBL seasons.
His appointment, alongside assistant coaches Quinn Clinton and Matt Lacey, gives the BNZ Breakers a globally experienced coaching unit with proven chemistry, local insight and one clear ambition.
Bring the championship back to New Zealand.
Welcome to the BNZ Breakers, Sebastian.
#BNZBreakers #NBL27
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TYSON THATA-PAESE. RAPID LEAGUE HISTORY. ⚡🏀
Milestones are made to be broken, but someone has to get there first. This week, Tyson Thata-Paese became the first player in Rapid League history to surpass 500 career points, reaching a mark no player had previously achieved.
Five hundred points. One player. One piece of Rapid League history.
Congratulations, Tyson. 👏🔥
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RAPID WRAP ⚡🏀
History was made in the Rapid League this week.
The Jadcup Auckland Tuatara rewrote the record books with a Rapid League record 63-point performance, headlining another action-packed round of games from around the country. 🔥
Catch up on everything that happened across the Rapid League this week:
nznbl.basketball/rapid-wrap-…
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Jun 5
Unfortunately not Leslie.
@MikeLacey7 Hey Mike, I know American football isn't your sport, but do you know anything about this young man from Rotorua?
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That's a new career-high for T-Britt, making him our Wheeler Motor Company Game MVP!
Taylor hit his stride, scoring 33 points and dishing out 6 assists against the Auckland Tuatara.
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RAPID LEAGUE STAT LEADERS 🏀⚡
Round after round, Rapid League players are filling up the box score and putting together impressive campaigns across every major category.
Here's a look at the latest statistical leaders from around the league. 🏁📊
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Jun 2
We go again tomorrow with the first of the Round 9 games. Here is the Wrap on Round 8.
RAPID WRAP ⚡🏀
Speed, scoring and standout moments once again defined the Rapid League this week.
From big individual performances to tight finishes, Round 8 had no shortage of action as teams continue to battle for momentum in the second half of the season.
Catch up on all the Rapid League action here:
nznbl.basketball/rapid-wrap-…
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May 31
A career high 37 points for Reuben Te Rangi.
Whai take a close match to break their six game losing streak!
Read the game recap here:
nznbl.basketball/game-recap-…
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Mike Lacey retweeted
May 29
The #NBL27 schedule has been released.
Here’s my @ESPNAusNZ team-by-team breakdown and difficulty assessment: who has the most ‘back-to-backs’, what’s the longest road trip, who owns Saturday nights, and more key quirks and stretches.
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May 26
Who were the first two players to reach 100 points this season? Take a look.
RAPID WRAP ⚡🏀
Another big week of Rapid League action brought more close finishes, standout performances, and movement across the standings, with the Tuatara climbing their way to the top of the table. 👀
Check it out here:
nznbl.basketball/rapid-wrap-…
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RAPID WRAP ⚡🏀
Another big week of Rapid League action brought more close finishes, standout performances, and movement across the standings, with the Tuatara climbing their way to the top of the table. 👀
Check it out here:
nznbl.basketball/rapid-wrap-…
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Mike Lacey retweeted
May 20
Gordon Herbert has signed a two-year deal to become the new head coach of the New Zealand Breakers, sources told ESPN. Herbert, 67, is currently the head coach of the Canadian men’s national team.
Full details on @ESPNAusNZ.
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May 18
TOP SCORERS - Auckland SS BOYS 🪣
(PPG after Round 2)
1. ‘27 Hunter Johns: 29.5ppg (Rosmini College)
2. ‘27 Kaylis Peneha: 28.5ppg (Dilworth)
3. ‘28 Trevahn McIntyre: 25.5ppg (Auckland Grammar)
4. ‘28 Dayton Simpkin: 25ppg (Mount Albert Grammar)
5. Alexandru Davis: 20.5ppg (St Peter’s College)
6. ‘29 Ryan Duggan: 20ppg (St Kent’s College)
‘27 Harper Wilson: 20ppg (Westlake Boys)
‘27 Harlyn King: 20ppg (St Kent’s College)
9. ‘27 Malakhai Joyner: 18.5ppg (Westlake Boys)
Riley Simpkin: 18.5ppg (Mount Albert Grammar)
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Mike Lacey retweeted
May 18
TOP SCORERS - Auckland SS GIRLS 🪣
(PPG after Round 2)
1. Natalja Burton: 28ppg (Takapuna Grammar)
2. ‘28 Sienna Maurice: 27ppg (Rangitoto College)
3. ‘29 Rio Southey: 25ppg (Mount Albert Grammar)
4. ‘28 Imani Rasmussen: 24.5ppg (Westlake Girls)
5. ‘28 Kilani-Mae Tuineau: 22.5ppg (St Kent’s College)
6. ‘27 Maddison Skelton: 21.5ppg (Rangitoto)
7. ‘29 Jenette Tuumaialu: 21.5ppg (St Kent’s College)
8. ‘27 Ella Drake: 20ppg (Carmel College)
9. ‘27 Olive Maling: 18ppg (St Mary’s)
10. ‘28 Katie Moors: 16ppg (Westlake Girls)
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May 18
A first Rapid League triple overtime game - which team got the win? Check out the Wrap.
RAPID WRAP ⚡📈
Another exciting week of Rapid League hoops brought more standout performances and important results across the competition. Check out the latest stories and movement from around the league. 👀
Read it here:
nznbl.basketball/rapid-wrap-…
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May 18
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May 18
KOUAT NOI IS A BNZ BREAKER
Subject to final approval from the NBL, the BNZ Breakers have signed two-time NBL Champion and former Sixth Man of the Year Kouat Noi for NBL27, with a mutual option for NBL28.
A proven winner, elite offensive spark and versatile defender, Kouat joins the club fresh off a championship-winning season with the Sydney Kings.
“I am coming to Auckland to win. Look at the roster we are assembling — we are going to be the most entertaining team to watch. Personally, my mindset is locked in on an MVP-calibre season,” said Kouat Noi.
“I’m ready to fully embrace Aotearoa. I’m hyped to embrace the culture, the fans, and the whānau. Strap on your seatbelts, BNZ Breakers fans!”
He’s a powerhouse forward with energy, experience and serious shooting power.
Welcome to New Zealand, Kouat.
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Mike Lacey retweeted
May 12
College Basketball on your radar? 🤔
With so many Kiwi's headed State-side to pursue College careers, we're introducing some additional support systems to help you and your whānau make informed decisions.
📋 More information can be found below
tinyurl.com/USCollegePathway…
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May 11
Dylan Wilkie is pictured but it's another former Westlake Boys High standout that is the leading scorer this season. Take a look to find out who it is.
RAPID WRAP | ROUND 5 🏀
Missed the action? We’ve got you covered. Get the full breakdown of everything that went down in the Rapid League this week as Mike Lacey takes you through all that and more in this week’s Rapid Wrap.
Check it out here:
nznbl.basketball/rapid-wrap-…
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Mike Lacey retweeted
May 7
OUR NEW YOUNG GUN
The BNZ Breakers are excited to welcome Preston Le Gassick to the club for NBL27, with a team option for NBL28.
Born on the Gold Coast to an Australian father and Kiwi mother, Preston brings a strong New Zealand connection and serious scoring power to the BNZ Breakers backcourt.
After averaging 21.3 points and 5.8 assists in NBL1 with the Gold Coast Rollers, the sharpshooting guard now joins the club ready to make his mark.
“I’ve always felt a strong connection to New Zealand,” said Le Gassick. “I’m ready to bring my energy and my shooting to help this team win a championship.”
Welcome to the BNZ Breakers, Preston.
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