The South East Melbourne Phoenix bounced back in style, routing the Adelaide 36ers 108-89 on January 18, 2026. The Phoenix offense exploded at home, shooting a remarkable percentage from beyond the arc to handily defeat the struggling 36ers. South East Melbourne set the tone early with a barrage of three-pointers, building a large lead that Adelaide could never realistically challenge. The Phoenix shared the ball beautifully, racking up assists and getting contributions from across the roster. Adelaide showed flashes but was unable to string together consistent defensive stops to mount a comeback. The victory was crucial for South East Melbourne's playoff hopes, improving their win-loss record and confidence. The Phoenix coach was delighted with the offensive execution, while the 36ers' coach pointed to poor perimeter defense as the root cause of the loss. The Phoenix's star import led the scoring charge, supported by efficient performances from the starting backcourt.