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Posted on Friday, December 27th, 2019

A Decade Of Success – Sal’s NBL 2010 to 2019

With the sun about to rise on a new decade, let's take a look back on a 10-year stretch that was largely dominated by two teams, while a plethora of stars delivered lots of highlights.

Over the last 10 years the Wellington Saints rose to even higher prominence, claiming six titles, while the Southland Sharks (3) and Auckland Pirates (1) shared the other four.

When it comes to awards, names to feature prominently include Lindsay Tait, Corey Webster and Alex Pledger, while in 2011 it's hard to miss Steven Adams (Rookie of the Year) and Dean Vickerman (Coach of the Year).

Paul Henare is another to figure across multiple years, claiming Coach of the Year no less than three times.

Another name to stand out is Torrey Craig, who played for the Saints in 2015 before going on and carving out a continuing career with the Denver Nuggets in the NBA.

While the Saints have claimed their fair share of titles, they have also had the largest number of players featuring in the annual All-Star Five;

Wellington Saints (13), Nelson Giants (7), Southland Sharks (6), Hawke's Bay Hawks (5), Canterbury Rams (5), Waikato Pistons (4), Manawatu Jets (3), Otago Nuggets (2), Taranaki Mountainairs (2), Supercity Rangers (2), Auckland Pirates (1).

Let's see how good your memory is.

2010 NBL CHAMPIONS: WELLINGTON SAINTS

The 2010 season was the 29th running of the NBL. Several team changes took place - the Otago Nuggets re-entered the competition following their one year absence, the Southland Sharks entered the league for the first time and the Auckland Stars dropped out. The Wellington Saints secured their sixth title, defeating Waikato in the best-of-three finals series. This also denied the Pistons the opportunity to claim a rare three-peat after their titles in '08 and '09.

Teams:

10 teams contested the 2010 season (final standings): Wellngton Saints, Waikato Pistons, Nelson Giants, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Harbour Heat, Southland Sharks, Christchurch Cougars, Taranaki Mountainairs, Manawatu Jets and Otago Nuggets.

Grand Final (Best Of Three Series):

Game One: Waikato Pistons (80) defeated Wellington Saints (74) (Referees: Tim Brown, Dallas Pickering & Gavin Whiu)
Game Two: Wellington Saints (98) defeated Waikato Pistons (69) (Referees: Dallas Pickering, Tim Brown & Andy Thackray)
Game Two: Wellington Saints (82) defeated Waikato Pistons (79) (Referees: Dallas Pickering, Tim Brown & Andy Thackray)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Wellington Saints (14-4)
Most Valuable Player: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Thomas Abercrombie (Waikato Pistons)
Finals MVP: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Thomas Abercrombie (Waikato Pistons)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Thomas Abercrombie (Waikato Pistons)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Eric Devendorf (25.6) (Wellington Saints)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Alex Pledger (12.6) (Waikato Pistons)
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Lindsay Tait (7.1) (Wellington Saints)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Manawatu Jets (74.2%)
Rookie of the Year: Martin Iti (Southland Sharks)
Coach of the Year: Pero Cameron (Wellington Saints)
Referee of the Year: Dallas Pickering (Auckland)
Administrator of the Year: James King (Nelson Giants)
Media Award: Brendan Egan (Southland Times)

All-Star Five:

G: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
G: Eric Devendorf (Wellington Saints)
F: Rene Rougeau (Southland Sharks)
F: Thomas Abercrombie (Waikato Pistons)
C: Mika Vukona (Nelson Giants)

2011 NBL CHAMPIONS: WELLINGTON SAINTS

Nine teams contested the 2011 NBL season, the 30th running of the league. A new franchise, the Auckland Pirates, entered the league for the first time. The Christchurch Cougars were an unfortunate withdrawal due to the effects of the 2011 Canterbury earthquake. Led by Lindsay Tait, the Wellington Saints backed up their 2010 title, defeating the Hawke's Bay Hawks in the Grand Final to claim their seventh championship. 2011 will also be remembered for being Steven Adams one and only season in the NBL, which saw him collect the Rookie of the Year award and a championship with the Saints.

Teams:

9 teams contested the 2011 season (final standings): Wellington Saints, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Waikato Pistons, Nelson Giants, Manawatu Jets, Southland Sharks, Auckland Pirates, Taranaki Mountainairs and Otago Nuggets.

Grand Final:

Wellington Saints (106) defeated Hawke's Bay Hawks (97) (Referees: Tim Brown, Dallas Pickering & Raewyn Willocks)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Wellington Saints (13-3)
Most Valuable Player: Alex Pledger (Waikato Pistons)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Alex Pledger (Waikato Pistons)
Finals MVP: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Alex Pledger (Waikato Pistons)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Alex Pledger (Waikato Pistons)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Jack Leasure (22.9) (Taranaki Mountainairs)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Nick Horvath (11.7) (Manawatu Jets)
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Jason Crowe (7.2) (Waikato Pistons)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Otago Nuggets (72.6%)
Rookie of the Year: Steven Adams (Wellington Saints)
Coach of the Year: Dean Vickerman (Waikato Pistons)
Referee of the Year: Tim Brown (Auckland)
Administrator of the Year: Jill Bolger (Southland Sharks)
Media Award: Daniel McHardy (Radio Sport)

All-Star Five:

G: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
G: Jason Crowe (Waikato Pistons)
F: Thomas Abercrombie (Waikato Pistons)
F: Mika Vukona (Nelson Giants)
C: Alex Pledger (Waikato Pistons)

2012 NBL CHAMPIONS: AUCKLAND PIRATES

Nine teams contested the 2012 NBL season - the Harbour Heat reentered the competition whilst the Waikato Pistons dropped out. Despite a great year from the Minor Premier Hawkes's Bay Hawks, they were unable to secure a spot in the final dance, eliminated in the semifinals by the Wellington Saints. In only their second year in the competition, the Auckland Pirates claimed their first NBL championship, defeating the Saints in a closely fought Grand Final. The 2012 season will also be remembered fondly for the standout performances of Manawatu Jets big man Nick Horvath. Horvath would go on to claim league MVP honours alongside several other awards.

Teams:

9 teams contested the 2012 season (final standings): Auckland Pirates, Wellington Saints, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Manawatu Jets, Taranaki Mountainairs, Nelson Giants, Otago Nuggets, Southland Sharks, Harbour Heat.

Grand Final:

Auckland Pirates (89) defeated Wellington Saints (83) (Referees: Dallas Pickering, Gavin Whiu & Yalla Edwards)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Hawke's Bay Hawks (13-3)
Most Valuable Player: Nick Horvath (Manawatu Jets)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Nick Horvath (Manawatu Jets)
Finals MVP: Alex Pledger (Auckland Pirates)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Auckland Pirates)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Auckland Pirates)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Nick Horvath (Manawatu Jets)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Nick Horvath (Manawatu Jets)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Josh Pace (23.0) (Manawatu Jets)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Nick Horvath (15.8) (Manawatu Jets)
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Jason Crowe (8.7) (Wellington Saints)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Hawke's Bay Hawks (72.2%)
Rookie of the Year: Rueben Te Rangi (Harbour Heat)
Coach of the Year: Paul Henare (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
Referee of the Year: Melony Wealleans (Wellington)
Media Award: Pete McNae (Nelson Mail)

All-Star Five:

G: Lindsay Tait (Auckland Pirates)
G: Paora Winitana (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
F: Josh Pace (Manawatu Jets)
F: Antoine Tisby (Otago Nuggets)
C: Nick Horvath (Manawatu Jets)

2013 NBL CHAMPIONS: SOUTHLAND SHARKS

Nine teams contested the 2013 NBL season although there were several team changes from the year prior. The Waikato Pistons and Super City Rangers reentered the league with the Auckland Pirates and Harbour Heat both dropping out. Despite finishing fourth, the Southland Sharks claimed their maiden title, upsetting title favourite and minor premiers Wellington in the semifinals, before defeating the Nelson Giants in the decider. NBL legend Lindsay Tait had another stellar season for the Saints, being named the leagues MVP as well as securing several other season awards.

Teams:

9 teams contested the 2013 season (final standings): Southland Sharks, Nelson Giants, Wellington Saints, OceanaGold Nuggets, Manawatu Jets, Taranaki Mountainairs, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Waikato Pistons, Super City Rangers.

Grand Final:

Southland Sharks (92) defeated Nelson Giants (81) (Referees: Tim Brown, Melony Wealleans & Dallas Pickering)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Wellington Saints (14-2)
Most Valuable Player: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Finals MVP: Leon Henry (Southland Sharks)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Brian Conklin (Southland Sharks)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): B.J. Anthony (OceanaGold Nuggets)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Josh Pace (22.9) (Nelson Giants)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Zack Atkinson (14.6) (Waikato Pistons)
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Lindsay Tait (8.1) (Wellington Saints)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Nelson Giants (77.3%)
Rookie of the Year: Tai Webster (Waikato Pistons)
Coach of the Year: Paul Henare (Southland Sharks)
Referee of the Year: Tim Brown (Auckland)
Administrator of the Year: Sharona Gordon (Nelson Giants)

All-Star Five:

G: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
G: Josh Pace (Nelson Giants)
F: B.J. Anthony (OceanaGold Nuggets)
F: Brian Conklin (Southland Sharks)
C: Nick Horvath (Manawatu Jets)

2014 NBL CHAMPIONS: WELLINGTON SAINTS

Ten teams contested the 2014 season with the Canterbury Rams reentering the league following a five year hiatus. The Wellington Saints, led by Tall Blacks guard Corey Webster, secured their eighth NBL title as they defeated the minor premier Hawke's Bay Hawks in the decider.

Teams:

10 teams contested the 2014 season (final standings): Wellington Saints, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Nelson Giants, Southland Sharks, Manawatu Jets, Waikato Pistons, Super City Rangers, Otago Nuggets, Canterbury Rams and Taranaki Mountainairs.

Grand Final:

Wellington Saints (85) defeated Hawke's Bay Hawks (69) (Referees: Tim Brown, Dallas Pickering & Gavin Zimmerman)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Hawke's Bay Hawks (15-3)
Most Valuable Player: Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
Finals MVP: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Suleiman Braimoh (Taranaki Mountainairs)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Duane Bailey (Super City Rangers)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Jason Cadee (26.7) (Super City Rangers)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Nick Horvath (15.9) (Manawatu Jets)
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Mark Dickel (9.1) (Otago Nuggets)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Nelson Giants (77.0%)
Rookie of the Year: Richie Edwards (Canterbury Rams)
Coach of the Year: Tab Baldwin (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
Referee of the Year: Tim Brown (Auckland)
Administrator of the Year: Tanya Dearns (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
Media Award: Sam Worthington (Dominion Post)

All-Star Five:

G: Jason Cadee (Super City Rangers)
G: Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
F: Dustin Scott (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
F: Suleiman Braimoh (Taranaki Mountainairs)
C: Jamal Boykin (Nelson Giants)

2015 NBL CHAMPIONS: SOUTHLAND SHARKS

The 2015 season had eight teams contesting the league after the unfortunate withdrawal of both the Otago Nuggets and Waikato Pistons. Led by Todd Blanchfield and Tai Wesley, the Southland Sharks claimed their second NBL championship as they defeated the Wellington Saints in the Grand Final. 2015 will also be remembered for Aaron Fuller breaking the NBL record for points scored in a game - a record haul of 54 points in a regular season match against the Super City Rangers.

Teams:

8 teams contested the 2015 season (final standings): Southland Sharks, Wellington Saints, Nelson Giants, Super City Rangers, Canterbury Rams, Manawatu Jets, Hawke's Bay Hawks and Taranaki Mountainairs.

Grand Final:

Southland Sharks (72) defeated Wellington Saints (68) (Dallas Pickering, Melony Wealleans & Gavin Zimmerman)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Southland Sharks (15-3)
Most Valuable Player: Torrey Craig (Wellington Saints)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Finals MVP: Tai Wesley (Southland Sharks)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Torrey Craig (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Lindsay Tait (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Tai Wesley (Southland Sharks)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Josh Duinker (Nelson Giants)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Aaron Fuller (28.4) (Taranaki Mountainairs)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Jeremiah Trueman (12.4) (Manawatu Jets)
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Lindsay Tait (8.9) (Wellington Saints)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Nelson Giants
Rookie of the Year: Josh Duinker (Nelson Giants)
Coach of the Year: Paul Henare (Southland Sharks)
Referee of the Year: Tim Brown (Auckland)
Media Award: Logan Savory (Southland Times)

All-Star Five:

G: McKenzie Moore (Nelson Giants)
G: Torrey Craig (Wellington Saints)
F: Todd Blanchfield (Southland Sharks)
F: Tai Wesley (Southland Sharks)
C: Aaron Fuller (Taranaki Mountainairs)

2016 NBL CHAMPIONS: WELLINGTON SAINTS

The 2016 season only had seven teams contest the league after the Manawatu Jets withdrew. McKenzie Moore and Marcel Jones led the Canterbury Rams to the playoffs for the first time since 2003 and the teams first minor premiership since 1993, only to fall short in the semifinals. The Wellington Saints equaled Auckland's record of nine NBL championships as they defeated the Super City Rangers in Invercargill to claim the 2016 title.

Teams:

7 teams contested the 2016 season (final standings): Wellington Saints, Supercity Rangers, Canterbury Rams, Southland Sharks, Nelson Giants, Taranaki Mountainairs and Hawke's Bay Hawks.

Grand Final:

Wellington Saints (94) defeated Super City Rangers (82) (Referees: Tim Brown, Dallas Pickering & Melony Wealleans)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Canterbury Rams (13-5)
Most Valuable Player: McKenzie Moore (Canterbury Rams)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Marcel Jones (Canterbury Rams)
Finals MVP: Tai Wesley (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): McKenzie Moore (Canterbury Rams)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Marcel Jones (Canterbury Rams)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Marcel Jones (Canterbury Rams)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Eric Devendorf (25.8) (Super City Rangers)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Alex Pledger (11.4) (Southland Sharks)
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): McKenzie Moore (8.2) (Canterbury Rams)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Nelson Giants
Rookie of the Year: Logan Elers (Taranaki Mountainairs)
Coach of the Year: Ross McMains (Taranaki Mountainairs)
Referee of the Year: Matt Bathurst (Canterbury)
Administrator of the Year: Bernie Smith (Taranaki Mountainairs)
Media Award: Logan Savory (Southland Times)

All-Star Five:

G: McKenzie Moore (Canterbury Rams)
G: Raymond Cowels (Nelson Giants)
F: Torrey Craig (Wellington Saints)
F: Marcel Jones (Canterbury Rams)
C: Alex Pledger (Southland Sharks)

2017 NBL CHAMPIONS: WELLINGTON SAINTS

In 2017 the Wellington Saints become the most successful team in the competitions history after collecting their 10th NBL championship. They also became the first team to ever complete an unbeaten season, capping off a perfect 20-0 campaign as they defeated the Southland Sharks in the Grand Final.

Teams:

7 teams contested the 2017 season (final standings): Wellington Saints, Southland Sharks, Super City Rangers, Canterbury Rams, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Nelson Giants and Taranaki Mountainairs.

Grand Final:

Wellington Saints (108) defeated Southland Sharks (75) (Referees: Dallas Pickering, Melony Wealleans & Matt Bathurst)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Wellington Saints (18-0)
Most Valuable Player: Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
Finals MVP: Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Tai Wesley (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Marcel Jones (Canterbury Rams)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Corey Webster (26.0) (Wellington Saints)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Amir Williams (10.2) (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Wellington Saints
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Jarrod Kenny (7.5) (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
Coach of the Year: Kevin Braswell (Wellington Saints)
Referee of the Year: Matt Bathurst (Christchurch)
Administrator of the Year: Fran Scholey (Wellington Saints)
Media Award: Nick Jeffries (Southland Sharks)

All-Star Five:

G: Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
G: Corey Webster (Wellington Saints)
F: Mitch McCarron (Super City Rangers)
F: Marcel Jones (Canterbury Rams)
C: Tai Wesley (Wellington Saints)

2018 NBL CHAMPIONS: SOUTHLAND SHARKS

The 2018 season had eight teams vying to become Sal's NBL champions, with the Manawatu Jets returning after a two year hiatus. In a season of twists and turns, one that saw the Wellington Saints unbeaten run come to an end in the first week of the season, it was the Southland Sharks who ultimately prevailed. The Sharks, who were without star playmaker Jarrad Weeks for much of the decider, gained revenge over the Saints for their 2017 Grand Final heartbreak. Defeat for the Saints also dashed any hopes of an historic 3-peat.

Teams:

8 teams contested the 2018 season (final standings): Southland Sharks, Wellington Saints, Nelson Giants, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Canterbury Rams, Super City Rangers, Taranaki Mountainairs and Manawatu Jets.

Grand Final:

Southland Sharks (98) defeated Wellington Saints (96) (Referees: Dallas Pickering, Melony Wealleans & Ryan Jones)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Wellington Saints (15-3)
Most Valuable Player: Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
NZ Most Valuable Player: Shea Ili(Wellington Saints)
Finals MVP: Reuben Te Rangi (Southland Sharks)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Finn Delany (Nelson Giants)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Finn Delany (Nelson Giants)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy): Daishon Knight (28.9) (Manawatu Jets)
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy): Kuran Iverson (11.1) (Manawatu Jets)
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy): Wellington Saints
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy): Lindsay Tait (7.6) (Super City Rangers)
Rookie of the Year: Max Darling (Canterbury Rams)
Coach of the Year: Jamie Pearlman (Nelson Giants)
Referee of the Year: Ryan Jones (Auckland)
Administrator of the Year: Bill Dahlberg (Nelson Giants)

All-Star Five:

G: Jarrad Weeks (Southland Sharks)
G: Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
F: Winston Shepard III (Canterbury Rams)
F: Finn Delany (Nelson Giants)
C: Angus Brandt (Hawke's Bay Hawks)

2019 CHAMPIONS: WELLINGTON SAINTS

The 2019 season had nine teams vying to become Sal's NBL champions, with the Southern Huskies joining the competition as the first ever Australian sports team competing in a New Zealand national sports league.

Teams:

9 teams contested the 2019 season (final standings): Wellington Saints, Hawke's Bay Hawks, Canterbury Rams, Southland Sharks, Southern Huskies, Nelson Giants, Taranaki Mountainairs, Supercity Rangers and Manawatu Jets.

Grand Final:

Wellington Saints (78) defeated Hawke's Bay Hawks (68) (Referees: Dallas Pickering, Melony Wealleans & Marty Davison)

Season Award Winners:

Regular Season Winners: Wellington Saints (18-0)
Most Valuable Player: Nick Kay (Wellington Saints)
NZ Most Valuable Player:
Grand Final MVP: Tom Abercrombie (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Guard (Keith Carr Trophy): Cam Gliddon (Canterbury Rams)
Most Outstanding NZ Guard (John Macdonald Trophy): Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding Forward (Commissioners Cup): Nick Kay (Wellington Saints)
Most Outstanding NZ Forward/Centre (Stan Hill Trophy): Rob Loe (Wellington Saints)
Scoring Champion (Alan Bland Memorial Trophy):
Rebounding Champion (Garry Pettis Memorial Trophy):
Best Team Free Throws (Nial Forsyth Trophy):
Assist Champion (Dave Taylor Trophy):
Youth Player of the Year: Tyrell Harrison (Nelson Giants)
Coach of the Year: Mick Downer (Canterbury Rams)
Referee of the Year: Marty Davison (Christchurch)
Administrator of the Year: Julie Bennseman (Nelson Giants)

All-Star Five:

G: Cam Gliddon (Canterbury Rams)
G: Shea Ili (Wellington Saints)
F: EJ Singler (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
F: Brandon Bowman (Hawke's Bay Hawks)
C: Nick Kay (Wellington Saints)