Forbes Dominates as Falcons Soar Past Spectres

The Waverley Falcons defeated the Nunawading Spectres 98-83 on Saturday at Waverley Basketball Centre in a game that showcased some impressive individual performances. Mason Forbes dominated for Waverley with an efficient 25 points on remarkable 92 percent shooting from the field. Forbes was unstoppable in the paint, converting 11 of 12 attempts while grabbing eight boards. DeJuan Clayton added 23 points on 64 percent shooting, while Robbie Heath contributed 15 points including a perfect 12-for-12 from the charity stripe. The Falcons controlled the glass with a 46-30 rebounding advantage and shot a solid 52 percent from the field. The Spectres were led by Brian Mack II's 19 points, including three triples. Christian D'Angelo and Cameron Cranston chipped in 15 points apiece, with Cranston connecting on four shots from outside. Despite a solid 36 percent shooting from three-point range, Nunawading struggled inside, converting just 46 percent of their two-point attempts and getting outrebounded significantly. **WAVERLEY FALCONS 98 (Mason Forbes 25, DeJuan Clayton 23, Robbie Heath 15).** **NUNAWADING SPECTRES 83 (Brian Mack II 19, Christian D'Angelo 15, Cameron Cranston 15).** #NBL1South #HoopsFever