Wilson's 33-point Eruption Powers Tigers Win

The Melbourne Tigers secured a 76-56 victory over the Diamond Valley Eagles on Tuesday night at Diamond Valley Sports & Fitness Centre. The Tigers put together a clinical performance, shooting at a much higher percentage than their opponents. Thomas Wilson dominated with a monstrous double-double of 33 points and 13 rebounds while dishing out eight assists. Melbourne's efficiency was clear on the stat sheet, converting 40.6 percent from the field and dominating inside with 34 points in the paint. Their ball movement was exceptional with 20 assists compared to Diamond Valley's 15. Despite the loss, Jock Perry put up solid numbers for the Eagles with a double-double of his own, recording 16 points and 17 boards. Adam Thoseby added 13 points and Ngor Manyang contributed 10, but the team struggled from the field, shooting just 31.8 percent. The Eagles managed to stay competitive on the boards (41 rebounds) but couldn't overcome their shooting woes. **MELBOURNE TIGERS 76 (Thomas Wilson 33, Mason Gaze 14, Christopher Arcidiacono 9).** **DIAMOND VALLEY EAGLES 56 (Jock Perry 16, Adam Thoseby 13, Ngor Manyang 10).** #NBL1 #AussieHoops