Manly Warringah Sea Eagles Hold Off Bankstown Bruin in NBL1 Eastern Classic
The Manly Warringah Sea Eagles secured a hard-fought 92-84 victory over the Bankstown Bruin on June 28, 2026, in an NBL1 Eastern clash that featured strong defensive plays and clutch shooting. Playing at home, the Sea Eagles improved their record to 9-5 for the season.
The Bruin came out aggressively, taking a 26-22 lead after the first quarter behind the inside presence of center David Osei. Manly responded in the second period with a 12-2 run, highlighted by three consecutive triples from guard Chris Patterson. The Sea Eagles carried a 48-42 lead into halftime.
Second Half Dogfight
Bankstown refused to fade, tying the game at 62-62 late in the third quarter. However, Manly’s captain James Taylor took over, scoring 10 of his game-high 26 points in the final period. Taylor’s mid-range jumper with 2:30 left gave the Sea Eagles a six-point cushion, and free throws sealed the result.
Player Stats
- James Taylor (Manly) – 26 points, 7 rebounds, 5 assists
- Chris Patterson (Manly) – 19 points, 4 three-pointers
- David Osei (Bankstown) – 22 points, 12 rebounds
- Ryan Chen (Bankstown) – 16 points, 6 assists
What It Means
Manly Warringah solidifies its position in the top half of the NBL1 Eastern ladder. Bankstown, now 6-8, will look to bounce back when they host the Sutherland Sharks next week. The Sea Eagles’ balanced attack and home-court advantage continue to be key factors in their playoff push.
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