Breakers set to take NBL games to Hamilton
The Breakers basketball team are set to make Hamilton their second home during NBL27, with today’s announcement of two NBL games at Claudelands Arena.
They will take on the Tasmania JackJumpers on Friday 18 December 2026 and the South East Melbourne Phoenix on Thursday 4 February 2027 at the Hamilton venue.
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Breakers CE Troy Georgiu said the club explored multiple options for their regional games and are delighted to be returning to a venue that proved successful last season.
“We have enjoyed building a great relationship with the Hamilton City Council and Claudelands Arena. The location taps into a significant basketball fan base in the wider Waikato/Bay of Plenty region, Claudelands is a great facility, and we enjoyed success there last season with a memorable win over Sydney.”
Hamilton Mayor Tim Macindoe said he’s looking forward to seeing Claudelands Arena buzzing when the Breakers take the court.
“It’s fantastic to welcome the Breakers back to Hamilton for two games at Claudelands. Our city loves getting behind top-level sport, and these games are a great opportunity for families and basketball fans to enjoy the excitement right here in our city.
These events also provide a welcome boost for local businesses, retailer and hospitality providers and the wider visitor economy,” said Macindoe.
Dillon Boucher, four-time Australian NBL champion and current President of Basketball Operations at the BNZ Breakers, said returning to Hamilton made sense on multiple levels.
“We had such a good time in Hamilton last year. The crowd was great, we got the result, and it was a no-brainer to come back. Hamilton gets plenty of top-level rugby and cricket, so we’re excited to bring more basketball into the mix for the fans.”
