Kings of the jungle: Matthew Dellavedova Gets First Look at NBL Trading Cards ahead of Championship Series Rematch on Sunday

Sydney Kings champion Matthew Dellavedova (Delly) was one of the first to get a look at the new Sydney Kings Championship Series Select Cards today at Taronga Zoo Sydney.

Select, the Official Trading Card of the NBL,celebrates the Sydney Kings' sixth championship with a special edition commemorating last season's epic five-game Championship Series.

Ahead of the Championship rematch on Sunday 11 October, Delly said: “It’s going to be a high-intensity game andwe’re looking forward to playing Adelaide. We don’t look at the ladder or the standings; it doesn’t matter when you’re playing them, you know it’s going to be a good game.”

Against the backdrop of the giraffes and vistas of Sydney Harbour, Delly encouraged fans to come down to Afterpay arena this weekend.

“Kids go free, it’s going to be an awesome atmosphere with a big game feel.”

Delly also spoke on the Kings strong start to theseason: “Goorj has had the boys working really hard. The new boys have brought a lot of excitement and enthusiasm, so I think the combination is what we’vefound is working. It’s excitement and hard work; it’s the perfect storm for a good start.”

The Championship Rematch will also see Championship Series MVP Kendric Davis go head-to-head with NBL26MVP Brycee Cotton, a showdown sure to bring the energy.

Tickets are still available for the rematch on Sunday 11 October at Afterpay Arena, tipping off at 3pm AEDT. Kids go free these school holidays.