The Sydney Kings capped off an unforgettable NBL Finals series with a thrilling championship win but the biggest surprise of the night came after the game.
The Kings clinched the title with a 113–101 overtime triumph over the Adelaide 36ers in Game 5, finishing a dramatic back-and-forth series that delivered everything from late comebacks to superstar performances.
Kendric Davis was the hero of the hour. The Kings guard delivered a Finals performance for the history books, exploding for 35 points and 14 assists.
As the Kings lifted the NBL championship trophy for photos, the hardware suddenly gave way. In a viral clip shared across social media, the top section of the trophy snapped loose.
The scene instantly became the highlight of the night online, with fans that the trophy “couldn’t handle the pressure” of Sydney’s celebration. Thankfully, no one was shocked reactions and one unforgettable moment.
The game itself lived up to the moment. Down seven going into the fourth quarter, Sydney refused to fold. Tim Soares delivered the dagger play with a crucial offensive rebound and put-back to force overtime.
Xavier Cooks added 19 points, while Adelaide’s Bryce Cotton kept the 36ers within striking distance with a strong 35-point performance.
The win alone was enough to make the night historic but the trophy mishap turned it into instant sports folklore.