The Casey Cavaliers held off a spirited Geelong United side 89-83 at the Casey Stadium on June 21, 2026, riding a dominant first-half performance to secure their fourth straight victory in the National Basketball League1 South.

Match Overview

Casey came out firing, racing to a 28-16 lead after the first quarter. Their transition offense was unstoppable, turning Geelong turnovers into easy layups. The Cavaliers extended the lead to 18 points early in the second quarter, but Geelong slowly chipped away. A 9-0 run late in the half cut the deficit to 51-39 at the break.

The third quarter saw Geelong continue their momentum, outscoring Casey 24-18 to make it a six-point game heading into the final period. The Braves (sic – actually Geelong) got as close as three points with four minutes left, but Casey’s shooting guard hit back-to-back three-pointers to push the lead back to nine. Geelong managed a late flurry, but the Cavaliers held on for the six-point win.

Key Moments

• First-quarter blitz: Casey’s 28-16 opening frame set the tone, with 12 of those points coming on fast breaks.
• Third-quarter response: Geelong cut a 16-point halftime deficit to just six, showing resilience that nearly pulled off a comeback.
• Clutch threes: With Geelong threatening at 77-74, Casey’s guard drained two triples in 45 seconds to regain control.

Standout Players

Casey’s scoring leader poured in a game-high 27 points, hitting 5-of-8 from beyond the arc. The Cavaliers’ center also posted a double-double with 14 points and 11 rebounds. For Geelong, their small forward tallied 22 points, while their point guard dished out 8 assists to go with 12 points.

Table Impact

The win moves Casey to 8-3 on the season, solidifying their spot in the top three. Geelong drops to 5-6 but remains just outside the playoff picture. The Cavaliers have now won four in a row and boast the league’s third-best offensive rating.