Through the Lens: Hawks vs Kings | RD 19 NBL26

Hawks Battle Hard at the Sandpit, Fall Just Short to Wildcats

The Illawarra Hawks put on a show for the 4,234 Hawkheads in attendance at the WIN Entertainment Centre on Saturday night, but despite a massive first-half effort, the Perth Wildcats escaped with a 106-99 (View boxscore) victory.

It was an explosive start for the home side, with the Hawks flying to a 30-25 lead at the first break. The energy was electric as the boys pushed the pace, eventually carving out a 13-point lead late in the second quarter. QJ Peterson was everywhere, racking up 11 first-half points, while Wani Swaka Lo Buluk and Sam Froling provided the spark to keep the Wollongong crowd on their feet.

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