The South East Melbourne Phoenix secured a convincing 90-75 victory over the visiting Ryukyu Golden Kings in a National Basketball League preseason clash on September 12, 2025. The match, held at John Cain Arena, saw the Phoenix establish control early and maintain a comfortable lead throughout to claim a solid win. The home side's defense was particularly effective, limiting the Japanese B.League champions' offensive flow and forcing turnovers that led to easy transition baskets. Key players for the Phoenix stepped up with balanced scoring, while the Golden Kings struggled to find consistent shooting from beyond the arc. This result provided a positive tune-up for South East Melbourne's upcoming NBL campaign, showcasing their depth and defensive intensity against a quality international opponent.