Hunter's Kings zero in on victory against Phoenix

The NBL24 championship hopes of the Sydney Kings all come down to this weekend.

Despite their recent defeats to Adelaide and Illawarra, the Hoops Capital side still has a chance of qualifying for the post-season.

But that all hinges on them defeating the South East Melbourne Phoenix at John Cain Arena on Saturday from 5.30pm AEDT.

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Kings big-man Jordi Hunter is confident that if he's harbour city side play their brand onf basketball for the full 40 minutes, they'll be able to overcome the Phoenix and record their first win over the Victorian rival in NBL24.

"The message has been clear for every game [including this], play our brand of basketball for 40 minutes," King #210 Hunter said.

"We have to find a level of desperation that results in productive intensity on the floor.

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"[Further to that] we need to lock in on their key guys and play with a level of desperation exceeding theirs.

"It would mean the world to them to snatch a win from us.

"Our primary focus, however, must be on us - we have to play our basketball and the result will take care of itself."

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If the two-time defending champions are victorious on Saturday and secure a spot in the post-season, the Norths Bears junior is confident his side can make some noise in the Finals.

"If we go out there and play to the best of our ability, we are capable of winning it all," the 27-year-old said.

"No matter what has happened in the past, we can put that all behind us and sprint home."

Fans can watch Saturday's game on ESPN via Kayo Sports.