12
May
North Men
Dove flies 'Northside' of 40 for Wizards first win
Northside's Quintin Dove exploded for 41 points in the Wizards’ overtime win against Southern Districts Spartans in NBL1 North Round 4 action. Photo: Judd Green
Northside's Quintin Dove scored 41 while Cairns stayed unbeaten in NBL1 North Round 4 action.
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Northside Wizards secured their first win of the season behind a dominant 41-point performance from Quintin Dove, while Cairns Marlins reinforced their status as the NBL1 North benchmark with another commanding victory in Round 4 action.
What the Round Told Us
- Cairns are the clear championship benchmark right now
- Northside’s offence looks significantly more dangerous than its record
- Southern Districts can score with anyone but defensive consistency remains an issue
- Logan’s transition offence is becoming overwhelming
- Gold Coast’s pace and scoring profile make them a contender
Game of the Round #1
Northside Wizards 107 def. Southern Districts Spartans 101 (OT) – Watch the Replay
Quintin Dove exploded for 41 points as Northside Wizards secured their first win of the season in an overtime shootout against Southern Districts Spartans.
Dove delivered one of the performances of the season, shooting 13-from-25 from the field and 6-from-15 from three-point range while repeatedly creating offence late in possessions.
Northside controlled the game for long stretches behind its offensive pace and perimeter volume, but Southern Districts responded repeatedly through Tamuri Wigness.
Wigness finished with 30 points and 10 assists in a dominant offensive performance of his own, consistently attacking downhill and creating scoring opportunities for teammates.
Ben Hastings added 21 points and Griffin Biwer produced a double-double with nine points and 14 rebounds as the Spartans erased an 11-point deficit late to force overtime. But Northside responded in the extra period.
Tyler Williams finished with 20 points, 11 rebounds and five assists, while Durrell McDonald controlled tempo with 15 points, eight assists and five steals.
The Wizards won the rebounding battle 51-44, generated 19 offensive rebounds and finished with 14 steals in their most complete performance of the season.
Southern Districts shot 45.3% from the field but couldn’t consistently contain Northside’s second-chance opportunities or transition scoring.
Game Snapshot
- Quarter Scores: Northside 21-16, 24-25, 22-29, 23-20, 17-11
- Largest Lead: Northside +11
- Game Context: Wizards secured first win in overtime thriller
By the Numbers
- Northside: Dove 41 pts - 19 offensive rebounds - 14 steals
- Southern Districts: Wigness 30 pts, 10 ast - Biwer 14 reb
- Combined Score: 208 points
Game of the Round #2
Cairns Marlins 97 def. Townsville Heat 74 – Watch the Replay
Ky Stattmann scored 26 points as Cairns Marlins remained unbeaten with a dominant win against Townsville Heat.
Cairns broke the game open in the second quarter, outscoring Townsville 34-12 to establish complete control before halftime.
The Marlins generated efficient offence across the lineup, shooting 49.4% from the field and producing 14 made threes.
Ky Stattmann led the scoring with 26 points on 10-from-16 shooting, while Kody Stattmann added 21 points and shot 61.5% from the field.
Cairns’ offensive balance was again a major separator.
Eight players scored, Kobe McDowell-White controlled the game with nine assists, and the Marlins consistently generated quality perimeter looks through ball movement.
Townsville had strong individual performances from Ethan Betts (15 points), Steven Richardson Junior (14 points, eight rebounds) and Joshua Corcoran (11 points on 5-from-6 shooting), but struggled to sustain offensive rhythm after halftime.
Cairns also controlled defensively, holding Townsville to 23.8% from three-point range and forcing 18 turnovers.
The Marlins now sit 5-0 with the league’s best percentage and strongest defensive profile through four rounds.
Game Snapshot
- Quarter Scores: Cairns 18-16, 34-12, 24-22, 21-24
- Largest Lead: Cairns +27
- Game Context: Cairns remained unbeaten and strengthened top position
By the Numbers
- Cairns: Ky Stattmann 26 pts - 14 made threes - 49.4% FG
- Townsville: Betts 15 pts - Richardson Jr 14 pts, 8 reb
- Cairns Record: 5-0
Other Results
Logan Thunder 102 def. Ipswich Force 83
Logan stayed unbeaten after another explosive offensive display, pulling away with a dominant second half.
Gold Coast Rollers 113 def. Sunshine Coast Phoenix 93
Gold Coast produced the highest score of the round and continued its elite offensive form.
Mackay Meteors 107 def. Brisbane Capitals 97
Mackay secured an important win against a likely finals contender to move above .500.
Southern Districts Spartans 95 def. South West Metro Pirates 48
Southern Districts opened the weekend with a dominant defensive performance.
Brisbane Capitals 85 def. Rockhampton Rockets 79
Brisbane closed the round with an important road victory.
Men’s Ladder – After Round 4
- Cairns Marlins – 5-0
- Logan Thunder – 4-0
- Gold Coast Rollers – 3-1
- Brisbane Capitals – 4-2
- Mackay Meteors – 3-2
Watchlist – Round 5
- Logan vs Gold Coast – early-season contender showdown
- Ipswich vs Brisbane – Force searching for response
- Northside vs Townsville – Wizards looking to build momentum
- Sunshine Coast vs Townsville – both teams needing stability
Round 4 Questions
- Can anyone slow Cairns’ unbeaten start?
- Is Logan the best offensive team in the competition?
- Has Northside’s season turned after the overtime win?
- Can Southern Districts defend consistently enough?
- Which team separates from the crowded middle tier?
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