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NBL TAKES OVER
BENDIGO
2-6 September | 10 Teams | 1 Winner
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How NBL Blitz works?

Learn how scoring works, how standings update, and how the winner is decided.
RULE 1
Game Format
Each team will play two games at the 2025 NBL Blitz in Canberra. Standings are updated after every game using the following points system.
RULE 2
Scoring
3 points: Winning team
‍1 point: Team wins each quarter
‍0.5 points: Each team win for a drawn quarter
Note: Overtime periods are excluded from points bonuses.
RULE 3
Standing
Standings will be updated nightly at nblblitz.com.au
RULE 4
Awarding
Top team wins will be awarded the Loggins-Bruton Cup. Most Valuable Player will receive the Ray Borner Medal.

2026 Game Schedule

NBL Blitz Day 1

Perth Wildcats

5:30 pm

Aug 27
AIS Arena
Melbourne United
Adelaide 36ers

8:00 pm

27 Aug
AIS Arena
Illawarra Hawks

NBL Blitz Day 2

Brisbane Bullets

5:30 pm

Aug 28
AIS Arena
Sydney Kings
Cairns Taipans

8:00 pm

28 Aug
AIS Arena
Tasmania JackJumpers

NBL Blitz Day 3

SE Melbourne Phoenix

5:30 pm

Aug 29
AIS Arena
New Zealand Breakers
Illawarra Hawks

8:00 pm

29 Aug
AIS Arena
Perth Wildcats

NBL Blitz Day 4

Melbourne United

5:45 pm

Aug 30
AIS Arena
Brisbane Bullets
Tasmania JackJumpers

8:15 pm

30 Aug
AIS Arena
Adelaide 36ers

NBL Blitz Day 5

Sydney Kings

3:30 pm

Aug 31
AIS Arena
SE Melbourne Phoenix
New Zealand Breakers

6:00 pm

31 Aug
AIS Arena
Cairns Taipans

Ticketing Options

Learn how scoring works, how standings update, and how the winner is decided.

Single Day

If you just want to see your team play or are only up for one day of fun!
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Multi-day Pass

If you just want to see your team play or are only up for one day of fun!
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Group Pass

For multiple days of exciting Blitz-filled fun and games!
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Group seating
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Welcome Message

Welcome to Canberra, the proud host of NBL Blitz 2025. 



The  recently refurbished AIS Arena is set to host 5 nights of incredible  basketball talent with double headers each evening. Basketball fans from near and far will be filling the arena with enthusiasm to witness the  most fierce basketball competition in Australia.



Please enjoy your time in Canberra, our hospitality venues and tourist attractions are ready to welcome you during your stay.
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr, MLA

Plan your Trip

Bendigo is a vibrant regional city known for its rich history, local food scene, and strong sporting community. While you're here for the basketball, explore cafés, heritage streets, and scenic outdoor spaces all just moments from the action.
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