Nelson Giants

New Zealand

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The Nelson Giants are an iconic franchise in the New Zealand National Basketball League, based in the city of Nelson at the top of the South Island. They are one of the league's founding and most successful clubs, playing their home games at the Trafalgar Centre, a venue renowned for its fantastic atmosphere. Founded in the early 1980s, the Giants quickly established a winning tradition, capturing multiple championships throughout the decades. Their history is decorated with legendary players and coaches who have become integral parts of New Zealand basketball lore. The team's peak era includes dominant championship runs where their fast-break offense and pressure defense were unmatched. In the modern NBL, the Giants remain perennial contenders, consistently building competitive rosters that blend local Nelson talent with top imports and Kiwi stars. The fan base, known as some of the most passionate in the country, creates an incredible home-court advantage. The Nelson Giants are not just a team; they are a pillar of New Zealand basketball, synonymous with excellence and community pride.

Overview

Matches

Squad

Match Result

Competition

Time

Round

Home

Away

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jul 5

Nelson Giants

Franklin Bulls

51-34

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 28

Nelson Giants

Auckland Tuatara

46-43

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 27

47-42

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 17

Nelson Giants

Manawatu Jets

46-35

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 13

Nelson Giants

Southland Sharks

42-49

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 6

Whai

Nelson Giants

37-33

Next Match

New Zealand NBL 2026 2026/07/11

Southland Sharks

15:30

Nelson Giants

Nelson Giants Team Profile & Season Overview | New Zealand NBL 2026

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Founded in 0, Nelson Giants represents New Zealand in the New Zealand NBL and plays its home games at the home stadium, a venue with a seating capacity of the available seating capacity. The club continues to compete across the current New Zealand NBL campaign.

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Standings

New Zealand NBL 2026

Regular Season