Game day guide: Round 15 vs Illawarra

Fresh off their historic road win against Brisbane on Wednesday, which marks the Sydney Kings' fifth straight win, Chase Buford's side will return home this Sunday.

Awaiting the reigning champions at Qudos Bank Arena will be the Illawarra Hawks, for the fourth and final Adrian Hurley Cup showdown of NBL23 - a trophy the Kings have already taken out after winning all three previous meetings.

This round 15 clash will be the second game of Sunday's Hoops Capital double-header, with the Sydney Flames battling the Townsville Fire from 1.30pm AEDT - with Prism being the official game day partner.

Hoops Capital $10K Shootout: You will have the chance to win $10,000 at our final two Kings and Flames double-headers. Make sure you get there early to support the Flames for your chance to be selected to take a half-court shot during the Kings game to win.  Terms and Conditions

Read how both NBL teams are shaping up for the round 13 showdown in Courtney Ward's preview here.

Sunday, January 15 - door open times:

• Members and general public: 1pm.
• Flames' tip-off: 1.30pm.
• Kings' lights out:  3.48pm.
• Presentation of Adrian Hurley Cup to Kings: 3.55pm.
• Kings' tip-off: 4pm.

Important things to note

• The cap collection area has moved from inside the venue to outside the venue in from the Membership Inquiries window at the Qudos Bank Arena box office.  Please bring your membership cards to the cap collection area where your barcode will be scanned. 
• Read all about January 15 public transport options here.  
• Members Bar will again be open pre-game and post-game.
• The Qudos Bank Lounge (located on Level 1 opposite door 25) will also be open to Kings and Flames members pre-game.
• SEN will be hosting a one-hour post-game show dedicated to the Freeway Series game from 7-8pm, with fans able to tune into the comprehensive analysis and exclusive content, provided by Nathan Strempel, Tom Garlepp and Keyan Kramer, via the SEN App, 1170AM Sydney or 1575 Wollongong.

Special pre-game performance by DJ Ziggy, alongside Mistah Cee

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.?

Member ticket information:

• Full-season members whose membership cards have not arrived can visit us at the Membership Enquiries window at the Qudos Bank Arena Box Office from 1pm.  
• Partial members will need to use Ticketek tickets to access the venue.
• Partial members whose membership cards do not arrive in time for the game can collect a temporary membership card from the Information Desk.

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.
• Fans are encouraged to use public transport on the day as spots will be limited in P1 - due to a current restricted access mode. P5 is a suggested alternative for fans wanting to drive.
• 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 25) 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. 

The Brewery

• The Brewery (located under the Novotel corner of Olympic Boulevard and Dawn Fraser Ave) will be open post-game on Sunday.  

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