Ken Tuffin shows rebounding prowess in Wellington rout of Nelson 5 hours ago
THE Wellington Saints continued to show their pedigree in the 2021 NZ NBL season, taking down the Nelson Giants, 95-69, Saturday at TSB Bank Arena.
Former La Salle forward Taane Samuel powered Wellington s 34-point third quarter pullaway to flip the game from a 39-all deadlock at halftime to a commanding 73-57 lead to easily claim its fourth straight victory and stay at the top of the standings.
Samuel shot a blistering 5-of-7 shooting from distance to lead the Saints with 24 points, four rebounds, and three assists in the win.