Game day guide: Playoff Semi-Final game two vs Cairns
18 Feb
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Following Friday's tough loss to the Cairns Taipans on the road, the Sydney Kings will now host a sudden-death game three Playoff Semi-Final on Sunday at Qudos Bank Arena.
With the series tied 1-1 and a spot in the Championship Series on the line, Chase Buford's team will be aiming for a quick rebound against Adam Forde's Snakes.
The do-or-die clash, tipping off at 2pm, will also see Kings' court announcer Eric Stephens chalk up his 200th game with the Hoops Capital club.
Read how both teams are shaping up for the Qudos Bank Arena post-season showdown here.
Sunday, February 19 - door open times:
- Corporate: 12pm.
- Members: 12.15pm.
- General public: 12.30pm.
- Kings lights out: 1.48pm.
- Kings tip-off: 2pm.
Important things to note
- The members entry will be open tomorrow afternoon
- Your membership card will not provide you with access to the venue. You should remember to bring your ticket for entry and a reminder that you will need membership cards to obtain your discount on food and beverages in the venue.
- Note tomorrow the plan is for the players to be doing an on-court player appearance after the game. Players will disperse throughout the arena. Please note this is subject to change.
- Read all about February 19 public transport options here.
- DJ Klasik will be in the main Qudos Bank Arena foyer from 12.30-1.45pm.
- Members Bar will again be open pre-game
- The Qudos Bank Lounge (located on Level 1 opposite door 29) will also be open to Kings and Flames members pre-game.

Special pre-game performance by DJ Ziggy
DJ Ziggy is uniquely positioned in Australia as a pioneer in the new wave of Australian Hip Hop and R&B, a trusted supporter of emerging and established performers, an industry titan that commands respect from all areas in the music industry and a fire DJ that know exactly what to play.?
Things to know before you arrive
- Members will be required to bring their membership card to use at the members’ entrance (if you are unable to locate your membership card or have any issues, our membership team who will be located at the box office pre-game will be able to assist with any membership-related queries).
- Please minimise the size of bags you bring to the arena – no backpacks or bags over A5 (200 mm x 150 mm) sizing will be permitted into the venue.
Some things may have changed since your last visit:
- A complete list of prohibited items can be found here.
- Click here to read Qudos Bank Arena’s full venue ‘conditions of entry’.
Getting to and from Qudos Bank Arena:
- Parking information for Sydney Olympic Park can be found here. (Ignore the 'Down for maintenance' alert and scroll down the page to book).
- Fans are encouraged to use public transport on the day as spots will be limited in P1.
- Note, pre-booked car parking is only available up to 11.59pm on the day prior to the game and not on game day.
- For public transport information about getting to getting to Qudos Bank Arena click here.
- For more information about getting to Qudos Bank Arena click here.
Food and beverages:
- Multiple food and beverage outlets will be open throughout the venue.
- The Platinum Plus Bar will be open for Platinum Plus members and ticket holders. Platinum Plus members and ticket holders will be provided with a wristband when you arrive at your seat. This will give you access to the Platinum Plus Bar.
- Members Bar will again be open pre-game and post-game.
- The Qudos Bank Lounge (located on Level 1 opposite door 259) will also be open to Kings and Flames members pre-game.
Merchandise
- Kings merchandise is available for purchase inside the grand foyer as you enter Qudos Bank Arena. You can also head to shop.sydneykings.com.au to purchase merchandise online.
Lost membership cards and membership Inquiries
- If you are unable to locate your membership card or have any issues, our membership team who will be located at the Box Office pre-game will be able to assist with any membership-related queries.
Membership discounts
- Don’t forget to scan your membership card at our internal outlets to redeem your member discount on food, beverages and merchandise.
- If you don't yet have your membership card you can visit the Membership Inquiries window to pick up a temporary membership card.
Social media
- Use the hashtag #WeTheKings during the game day to be included on the big screens! Don’t forget to tag in the Kings (@sydneykings) on Instagram so we can also share some of the best pics on our account.
For all enquiries, please contact the Kings membership team at membership@sydneykings.com.au

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