Summary
The NBA held its first series of preseason games in Australia, with the New Orleans Pelicans playing against two local teams, Melbourne United and Southeast Melbourne Phoenix. The games, played under NBA rules, were a part of an effort to expand the NBA's global reach and strengthen ties with Australian basketball. Pelicans players and coaches expressed appreciation for the experience and suggested future regular-season games could be held in Australia.
Key Facts
- The NBA recently held its first preseason games in Australia.
- The games involved the New Orleans Pelicans and two Australian teams: Melbourne United and Southeast Melbourne Phoenix.
- NBA games in Australia are played under standard NBA rules.
- Australia is known for producing NBA talent, with notable players like Andrew Bogut and Patty Mills.
- The Pelicans won both games against the Australian teams.
- Zion Williamson impressed fans with his performance during the games.
- Pelicans coach Willie Green and player Jordan Poole suggested that more NBA games could be played in Australia in the future.
