Kings crumble as Marshall hits game-winner

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Sydney Kings talisman Kouat Noi missed a pair of free throws with 14 seconds that led to the JackJumpers 16-point comeback 90-89 win on Nick Marshall's go-ahead lay-up in Round 6 of NBL26  at Qudos Bank Arena on October 26, 2025.

"That’s the first one," Marshall said of his game-winning bucket.

"(There were) lots of ups and downs, but we just stuck in there, kept getting stops, and were able to make a play at the end."

The Kings led by one with Xavier Cooks the in-bounder on the baseline but a steal by Boomers teammate Will Magnay, outlet to Ben Ayre and a cross court pass on the break gave Marshall a lane to the rim.

Scott Roth said the JackJumpers were resilient.

"I’m always proud of the group — every single time we go out to play," he said.

"You know, sometimes we do get smacked around, but I’m always for them. They’re always trying to do the right thing.

"I think we just found a way to win and grinded it down in the second half. We solved a few problems, but ultimately we got them back into more of a half-court game — where we like to play. Then we were just lucky in the last three or four minutes to make some really good plays and finally get a couple of consecutive stops in a row.

"It was just a gritty, gritty win. We say “grit and grind” with the JackJumpers, and that probably sums it up better than anything we’ve done."

The Kings led 79-64 heading into the fourth quarter but Marshall went on a 7-0 run himself mid-quarter to swing the momentum. It was 85-75 with 5:45 left.

Ayre made a pair of free throws with 14 seconds left to make it a 89-88 ball game. The JackJumpers immediately fouled and put Noi on the line.

Sydney home loss drops them to 3-5 while the JackJumpers moved to 5-3 and fourth on the ladder.

Key Details

• Result: Tasmania JackJumpers 90 def. Sydney Kings 89
• When: 26th October 2025
• Where: Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney
• Attendance: 11,023
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By the Numbers

• Josh Bannan (Tasmania JackJumpers) starred with 18 points, nine rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 31 minutes.
• Kendric Davis (Sydney Kings) scored 22 points, had six rebounds, five assists, and one steal in 34 minutes.

What Happened

The Sydney Kings established control early, taking a 55-50 advantage into halftime behind strong contributions from Jaylin Galloway and Kendric Davis. Sydney maintained their momentum in the third quarter, outscoring Tasmania 24-14 to build what seemed like an insurmountable 16-point lead heading into the final period.

Tasmania mounted a remarkable fourth-quarter comeback, dominating the final frame 26-10. The JackJumpers' defensive intensity shifted dramatically, forcing Sydney into difficult shots and creating transition opportunities. The visitors put together a decisive 12-point scoring run that completely changed the game's complexion.

Tyger Campbell orchestrated the JackJumpers' offence brilliantly, finishing with 10 points and seven assists while posting a team-high +15 plus/minus rating. Will Magnay provided exceptional rim protection with four blocks, including two crucial rejections in the final quarter that prevented Sydney from halting Tasmania's momentum.

The Kings shot efficiently at 45 per cent from the field (34-from-76) and 39 per cent from beyond the arc (11-from-28), but struggled from the free-throw line at just 53 per cent (10-from-19). Conversely, Tasmania connected on 54 per cent of their field goals (33-from-61) and capitalized at the charity stripe, converting 20 of 25 attempts (80 per cent).

Tasmania's victory came despite their poor three-point shooting (4-from-17, 24 per cent), demonstrating their ability to find alternative scoring methods. The JackJumpers dominated inside, with Will Magnay (15 points, four blocks) and Josh Bannan (18 points, nine rebounds) establishing a formidable frontcourt presence that Sydney struggled to contain when it mattered most.

Bryce Hamilton provided a significant scoring punch for Tasmania with 18 points on efficient 8-from-13 shooting. For Sydney, Jaylin Galloway was outstanding off the bench, contributing 18 points on 7-from-10 shooting including 3-from-4 from downtown.

The contest featured 16 lead changes, highlighting the back-and-forth nature of the matchup. Sydney controlled most of the game, spending 22 minutes in the lead compared to Tasmania's 15, but the JackJumpers executed when it mattered most, securing their one-point victory with clutch free-throw shooting and defensive stops.