The Illawarra Hawks snatched a dramatic 100-99 victory over the Adelaide 36ers at the WIN Entertainment Centre on Thursday, February 5, 2026, on a buzzer-beating shot. In one of the most thrilling finishes of the NBL season, the Hawks' guard drove the length of the court in the final seconds and hit a contested floater as time expired to send the home crowd into a frenzy. The game was a back-and-forth affair, with Adelaide holding a narrow lead for much of the fourth quarter thanks to strong interior play. Illawarra's never-give-up attitude was on full display as they chipped away, setting the stage for the heroic final play. This last-gasp win provided a massive boost for the Hawks' playoff aspirations, while the 36ers were left heartbroken after coming so close to a crucial road victory.