Tasmania–Adelaide is a test of whether pace can pull size out of its comfort zone. Adelaide say they have been playing small and want to move the ball quickly, while Tasmania bring Will Magnay’s rim presence. Adelaide are without Isaac Humphries, so the interesting exchange is what happens after a quick shot: can the Sixers get back and finish the defensive possession? Marko Marinovic taking the bench for Trevor Gleeson adds another wrinkle to how they manage that trade-off.
Adelaide’s club preview says the Sixers held Sydney to 78 points in their last game and quotes Gleeson on their small lineup and fast ball movement. The NBL lists Humphries out and Magnay in Tasmania’s expected group. Basketball.com.au reports Gleeson has leave for a family commitment and senior assistant Marinovic will coach this match. None of that settles the matchup; I’ll be watching whether Adelaide’s speed creates clean looks without giving Tasmania a second chance at the other end.
