In a dazzling display of offensive firepower, the Brisbane Bullets blasted past the Adelaide 36ers 111-90 on Tuesday night, solidifying their position in the NBL’s top four. The dynamic duo of Isaac White and Casey Prather combined for a staggering 58 points, leaving the 36ers’ defense in tatters and silencing the sold-out crowd at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
White’s Scorching Start Sets the Tone
From the opening tip, it was clear that Isaac White had a point to prove. The Adelaide native, earning his first-career start, came out firing on all cylinders. In a scintillating 12-minute stretch, White poured in 18 of his career-high 22 points, leaving the 36ers’ defense scrambling for answers.
I just wanted to come out aggressive and set the tone early. My teammates did a great job finding me in rhythm, and I was able to knock down some shots.
– Isaac White on his hot start
Prather Takes Over Down the Stretch
As impressive as White’s early onslaught was, it was Casey Prather who delivered the knockout blows. The high-flying American wing torched the 36ers for 36 points, including a blistering 15-point third quarter that extended Brisbane’s lead to double digits.
Prather’s offensive arsenal was on full display, as he attacked the basket relentlessly, knocked down 7-of-12 from beyond the arc, and dished out five assists for good measure. His performance left Adelaide’s defense grasping at straws.
Brisbane’s Balanced Attack Overwhelms Adelaide
While White and Prather stole the headlines, the Bullets’ victory was a true team effort. Keandre Cook stuffed the stat sheet with 24 points, three assists, three rebounds, and three steals, while Tyrell Harrison dominated the paint with 14 points and 14 rebounds.
Brisbane’s balanced attack and relentless pressure proved too much for an Adelaide squad still reeling from injuries to key guards DJ Vasiljevic and Sunday Dech. Despite a valiant 32-point, eight-assist effort from Kendric Davis, the 36ers simply couldn’t match the Bullets’ firepower.
Bullets Surge into Top Four
With the resounding victory, Brisbane improves to 9-8 on the season, leapfrogging into fourth place in the hotly contested NBL standings. The Bullets have now won six of their last seven games, establishing themselves as a force to be reckoned with as the league enters its crucial stretch run.
We’re starting to click on all cylinders, and guys are really buying into their roles. We know we have the talent to compete with anyone in this league, and we’re proving that night in and night out.
– Casey Prather on the Bullets’ recent success
For Adelaide, the loss is a bitter pill to swallow. The 36ers have now dropped six of their last seven, falling to 7-10 on the season. With Vasiljevic and Dech’s return dates still uncertain, Coach CJ Bruton will need to find answers quickly to right the ship.
Looking Ahead
The NBL season is heating up, and the Brisbane Bullets have served notice that they’re ready to make some noise. With a balanced roster, explosive scorers, and a tenacious defensive identity, the Bullets have all the ingredients to make a deep playoff run.
As for the Adelaide 36ers, it’s back to the drawing board. The team will need to regroup and find ways to generate offense in the absence of their injured stars. With the season’s midway point approaching, every game takes on added significance in the race for playoff positioning.
One thing is certain: the NBL is as competitive as ever, and on any given night, anyone can beat anyone. The Brisbane Bullets and Adelaide 36ers both have the talent to make some noise down the stretch – it’s just a matter of who can put it all together when it matters most.
