The Waikato-BOP Magic held out the fast-closing Northern Stars to claim a 60-56 victory in Auckland.

The Central Pulse have scored their sixth consecutive win to hold their top spot in the ANZ Premiership.

The Mystics have beaten the Stars in the first of the Northern Challenge clashes in the ANZ Premiership.

The Southern Steel have finally broken an unwanted record, recording their first win in nearly two years.

The Mainland Tactix required all their experience and poise to fend off a spirited Northern Stars. 

In charge for three quarters, the Central Pulse were forced to defuse a Northern Stars fightback.