Hawks Hangout NBL Podcast | SEMIFINALS SHOWDOWN | Game 3 Preview

Hawks Hangout NBL Podcast

It’s do or die for the Illawarra Hawks. The semifinal series against South East Melbourne Phoenix is tied 1-1, and it all comes down to Game 3 at the WIN Entertainment Centre this Wednesday night.

Sam, Corey, and Grace are back for Episode 11 of Hawks Hangout, breaking down the highs and lows of the first two games.

🔥 Game 1 Recap:

The Hawks took a 101-94 win at home behind Tyler Harvey and Trey Kell’s dominant performances—combining for 48 points, 14 rebounds, and 7 assists—alongside Will Hickey’s clutch defense and dominant bench scoring.

💥 Game 2 Reaction:

It was a 101-97 loss on the road, with Hickey stepping up again (19 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists), but the Hawks' starters struggled and shot 7/28 from three and 17/29 from the free-throw line—costing them the game.

🏀 What’s at stake for Game 3?

With the Hawks' 11-5 home record and South East Melbourne’s fourth-quarter dominance (winning 13 of their last 14 final quarters), it’s a battle of willpower and execution.

The team debates:

🔥 Will Harvey and Kell bounce back after their combined 1/13 shooting from deep in Game 2?

🔥 Can Will Hickey and Dan Grida’s energy spark another huge night off the bench?

🔥 How crucial will home court advantage be for the Hawks with a packed WEC crowd?

And as the NBL Finals race heats up, the gang gives their predictions for the Melbourne United vs. Perth Wildcats series.

⚡ Hawks fans—it’s now or never. Let’s pack the WEC, bring the noise, and push the boys to victory.

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💬 Comment below: What’s your score prediction for Game 3? Can the Hawks get it done at home?