DJ's game winner the highlight of NBL1
26 Jul
1
min read


Dejan Vasiljevic made a show-stopping return to the NBL1 after playing in the NBA Summer League for the Phoenix Suns.
Upon his return, Vasiljevic played back-to-back games over the weekend. Vasiljevic’s first game was against the Keilor Thunder, where he put up 37 points, 14 rebounds and two assists, leading his team to victory by hitting an incredible three-pointer right on the buzzer.
OH MY GOODNESS, @3jvasiljevic BACK FROM SUMMER LEAGUE WITH A GAME-WINNER IN THE #NBL1SOUTH
— NBL1 (@NBL1) July 23, 2022
CC: @SydneyKings pic.twitter.com/fZG74MjYqa
Vasiljevic returned to the court on Sunday and recorded another great game against the Dandenong Rangers, putting up 36 points, nine rebounds, four assists.
In the North, Jordan Hunter showed his best efforts on the court against the Gold Coast Rollers. Hunter scored 29 points and had 14 rebounds, and one assist.
New Kings player Kouat Noi played two great games over the weekend. Noi’s first game was against the SW Metro Pirates, where he delivered 36 points and 13 rebounds, helping his team get the win.
Noi played in his second game on Sunday afternoon against the Darwin Salties and put up 24 points, 10 rebounds and one assist.
Staying in the north, Jaylin Galloway and his team the Mackay Meteors, went up against the Townsville Heat. Galloway performed well for his team and scored 17 points, four rebounds and four assists.
Over in New Zealand, Xavier Cooks and his team the Wellington Saints, won their game against the Manawatu Jets. Cooks scored 16 points, seven rebounds and seven assists.
To see when the Kings play next, head to the NBL1.com.au for the fixture and more.
To follow Xavier Cooks and his team in NZNBL head to their website here.

1 Jul
Jaylen Adams returns to Sydney for the NBL25 season

24 Jun
Alex Toohey, Keli Leaupepe and Tyler Robertson shine for Boomers friendly in Nippon Life Cup 2024

20 Jun
Exciting home schedule awaits Kings in NBL25

19 Jun
Kings to clash with arch-rivals in first home game of NBL25

18 Jun
Sydney Kings sign assistant coach Shaun Roger

10 Jun
Kings sign Cam Oliver on one-year deal

7 Jun
The Huddle: Keli Leaupepe
Keli Leaupepe

7 Jun
Cooks excited to create more great memories with Kings
Xavier Cooks

7 Jun
Cooks confident in Kings' roster for NBL25
Xavier Cooks

4 Jun
Kings duo selected in 25-man training camp for Paris Olympics
Bul Kuol
Kouat Noi

4 Jun
TICKETS TO HOOPSFEST ON SALE NOW

27 May
Hoops Capital off-season wrap (May 27)
Shaun Bruce

26 May
Kings bring NBL23 MVP Cooks home to Sydney
Xavier Cooks

24 May
Basketball to descend on Perth for first-ever HoopsFest

22 May
Kings trio headline Australian team for Japan's Nissay Cup
Keli Leaupepe
Tyler Robertson

20 May
Hoops Capital off-season wrap (May 20)
Makuach Maluach
Support your team with the latest gear
Grab your latest team releases before they're gone.

Get the latest Team Updates
Breaking news & special offers. Direct to your inbox.
