The Sal's NBL Showdown is already delivering lots of highlights and we've got lots of big games still to come!
You can come and watch all games at Trusts Arena in Henderson - we have two games every night on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday each week. For one ticket price, you get to watch both games!
We also have a number of special nights coming up with lots of prizes and giveaways!
BATTLE OF THE NORTH / Sunday June 28
Who: Auckland Huskies vs Franklin Bulls (plus Nelson Giants vs Manawatu Jets)
When & Where: Sunday June 28 @ Trusts Arena
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: At the door or online HERE.
Cost: Adults $20 / Students $10 / Children (U12) $5 / Two games for the price of one
It's the start of New Zealand's newest rivalry. Our two most northern teams are set to clash for the first time and there's no love lost! Who are you supporting - the Huskies or the Bulls? Come along and be loud and proud. And the action doesn't stop there - in the second game for the night we expect to see Mika Vukona on court for the Giants.
FILIPINO COMMUNITY NIGHT / Wednesday July 1
Who: Taranaki Mountainairs vs Otago Nuggets (plus Manawatu Jets vs Canterbury Rams)
When & Where: Wednesday July 1 @ Trusts Arena
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: At the door or online HERE.
Cost: Adults $20 / Students $10 / Children (U12) $5 / Two games for the price of one
Auckland's Filipino community loves basketball and they will be in for a treat when Kenneth Tuffin (Airs) and Richie Rodger (Nuggets) line-up against each other. Both players are well known in the Philippines through their college teams and now they get to square-off in the Sal's NBL. And rememebr, you get two games - our second game for the night is the Jets up against the Rams.
NBA JERSEY NIGHT / Saturday July 4
Who: Franklin Bulls vs Manawatu Jets / Canterbury Rams vs Otago Nuggets
When & Where: Saturday July 4 @ Trusts Arena
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: At the door or online HERE.
Cost: Adults $20 / Students $10 / Children (U12) $5 / Two games for the price of one
Independence Day is coming to the Trusts Arena and we're asking all basketball fans to come along and wear their favourite NBA Jersey. We have loads of great prizes to give away, so wear your favourite NBA colours to win! Plus, what a great way to say hello to all of our friends and viewers watching on ESPN throughout the United States and to wish them a happy Independence Day.
SCHOOL'S OUT / Sunday July 5
Who: Auckland Huskies vs Nelson Giants / Manawatu Jets vs Taranaki Mountainairs
When & Where: Sunday July 5 @ Trusts Arena
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: At the door or online HERE.
Cost: Adults $20 / Two games for the price of one
Special Offer: All students and juniors get in for FREE!
It's school holidays and time to have some fun! Get your mates together and enjoy some great basketball action, plus we'll have lots of prizes and giveaways. School's out!
FIRST REPSONDERS NIGHT / Wednesday July 8
Who: Nelson Giants vs Manawatu Jets / Canterbury Rams vs Franklin Bulls
When & Where: Wednesday July 8 @ Trusts Arena.
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm
Tickets: At the door or online HERE.
Special Offer: All Police, Fire and Ambulance staff and their families get FREE entry. Just show your credentials at the door.
Our first responders do an amazing job in the community and we want to say thank you to all of you, and your family. Come along and enjoy a night of Sal's NBL action. Simply show your credentials at the door and we'll provide free entry to you and your family.
MATARIKI / Tuesday July 14 to Sunday July 19
Who: All teams / 10 games / 2 games per night
When & Where: Tue, Weds, Thurs, Sat, Sun @ Trusts Arena
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm every day
Tickets: At the door or online HERE.
Cost: Adults $20 / Students $10 / Children (U12) $5 / Two games for the price of one
Matariki signals the Māori New Year. Get set for lots of prizes, giveaways and great Sal's NBL action. Come and join us throughout the week as we celebrate Matariki.
PACIFIKA NIGHT / Tuesday July 21
Who: Manawatu Jets vs Franklin Bulls / Auckland Huskies vs Otago Nuggets
When & Where: Tuesday July 21 @ Trusts Arena
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm every day
Tickets: At the door or online HERE.
Cost: Adults $20 / Students $10 / Children (U12) $5 / Two games for the price of one
The Sal's NBL has always enjoyed fantastic representation and support from the Pasifika community and we want to say thank you with a night dedicated to the Pasifika. We'll have lots of giveaways and great action, so get your family and friends together and come and join us for two big games. And remember - you get entry to both games for the price of one.
FINALS WEEK / Starts Tuesday July 28
Who: All teams
When & Where: Starts Tuesday July 28 @ Trusts Arena
Time: 5:30pm & 7:30pm every day
Tickets: On sale soon!
This is it, the biggest week of the 2020 Sal's NBL Showdown and we want to fill the stadium with fans. Every team will be in action and the race to the title is expected to be red hot!!! Book it in your planner and come and show your support!