Kings down Melbourne in overtime
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Kendall (C), led the Kings to the thrilling win. (Getty Images: Mark Nolan)
Sydney produced a fighting performance to down the Tigers 115-107 in overtime in their NBL clash at the Sydney Entertainment Centre on Saturday evening.
Guard Luke Kendall was the stand-out, dropping 24 points for the Kings.
Chris Anstey was in typically top form for the visitors, scoring a game-high 26 points.
The win extends Sydney's lead at the top of the table.
The Perth Wildcats were the victors in another thrilling match, edging out the 36ers 90-88 in their match in Perth.
Twenty-seven points from Shawn Redhage led the home side to the win, while Adam Ballinger top-scored with 25 for Adelaide.
Meanwhile the Bullets romped home to a 132-101 win over the Dragons at the Brisbane Entertainment Centre.
Ebie Ere was in devastating form, dropping a monster 45 points and grabbing 11 boards.
Shane Heal was the best for the South Melbourne side, bagging 26 points.
New Zealand wrapped up the round with a comprehensive away win over the Razorbacks, winning 113-97 at the Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre.
Kirk Penney grabbed an impressive game-high 26 points while Orien Greene provided the support with 20 points.
The struggling West Sydney outfit were well served by Troy DeVries with 22 points.
