Kings look to continue imposing road record at Phoenix
17 Dec
1
min read


Fresh off a win in Wollongong on Friday, the league-leading Sydney Kings will head to Victoria in search of victory number 12 of the NBL23 season.
Standing in their way are the fourth-placed South East Melbourne Phoenix, who are licking their wounds from Thursday's 'Throwdown' defeat.
Despite the differing fortunes lately, Kings guard Derrick Walton Jr expects nothing but a stern test at Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium - as Sydney looks to secure their 20th road win from its past 21 fixtures.
GRAB YOUR SYDNEY KINGS TICKETS NOW
"I treat every single game the same, going out there trying to impose my will and doing whatever I can to help my team win," said Walton, who is averaging 15.4 points, 6.33 assists and 4.07 rebounds per contest.
"We've been good on the road so far this year, as our group understands the adversity at hand and embracing that villain role with the home fans.
"We'll be looking to continue that against a tough Phoenix side on Sunday, which will set us up nicely for our upcoming home matches."
Santa will be dunking more than just cookies on Christmas Night🏀🎅🏼
— Sydney Kings (@SydneyKings) December 16, 2022
See Santa and the Kings take on Melbourne United at Qudos Bank Arena this Christmas!
Tickets available via Ticketek 🎟 https://t.co/ys1smvpcWN#WeTheKings pic.twitter.com/UzZWB7Mgxe
The former NBA point guard with the Detroit Pistons has really come into his own in the past few contests, which he puts down to being more comfortable playing in this competition.
"I now realise how teams are trying to guard me and take me out of the games," the Michigan Wolverines alum said.
"I'm now trying to be more proactive and let my instincts and ability take over.
"While the past few games have been good, there's definitely another level I can take my game to, which I hope to show in the coming weeks."
Sunday's round 11 fixture tips off at 2pm AEDT and will be broadcast on Fox Sports 506 via Kayo Sports and Foxtel, as well as 10 Peach.

10 Jul
Stewart James' Indigenous design on show at Broadway

10 Jul
Toohey’s first call from NBA legend

10 Jul
Coaches deem Kings Run a massive success

10 Jul
Sydney thanks King #250 Cam Oliver

10 Jul
Kings fans encouraged to take up group purchasing option

9 Jul
Toohey makes Warriors Summer League debut

8 Jul
Kings thank NBL champion Jaylen Adams

7 Jul
Hoops Capital to host exclusive Josh Giddey sessions

7 Jul
Hoops Capital off-season wrap (July 7)
Jason Spurgin

7 Jul
NBL celebrates NAIDOC Week with 'The Next Generation' in mind

7 Jul
Hoops Capital to host 3x3 Street Hustle events

3 Jul
Kings memberships on sale for NBL26

3 Jul
Cooks and Galloway named in Boomers squad
Jaylin Galloway
Xavier Cooks

2 Jul
Kings welcome NBL23 champion Soares back to Sydney
Tim Soares

1 Jul
Toohey unveiled as Golden State Warrior

30 Jun
Hoops Capital off-season wrap (June 30)
Jaylin Galloway
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.
