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Whai

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Team Info

The Whai are a professional basketball team competing in the New Zealand National Basketball League (NZNBL). Based in Tauranga, the team brings a fresh identity to the league, playing their home games at the Trustpower Baypark Arena. The name "Whai," meaning "stingray" in Māori, symbolizes speed, grace, and a potent threat, reflected in the team's vibrant blue and orange colors. Founded as a recent expansion franchise, the Whai represent the league's growth and the rising basketball popularity in the Bay of Plenty region. As a new entity, the club is actively writing its early history, focusing on building a competitive roster and connecting with the community. The team's key era is undoubtedly ahead, with management and coaches working to establish a winning culture from the ground up. The modern Whai squad is a blend of promising New Zealand talent and strategic international imports, playing an up-tempo style designed to entertain. The fan base is growing rapidly, embracing the new team as a source of local pride. The mascot and game-day atmosphere are designed to be family-friendly and energetic. In summary, the Whai are an exciting new chapter in New Zealand basketball, poised to make waves in the NZNBL for years to come.

Overview

Matches

Squad

New Zealand NBL

2026

Competition

Time

Round

Home

VS

Away

HT

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New Zealand NBL

07-25 15:30

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New Zealand NBL

07-22 15:00

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New Zealand NBL

07-18 15:30

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Wellington Saints

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New Zealand NBL

2026 Jul 10

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Wellington Saints

50-54

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jul 4

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Auckland Tuatara

37-58

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 27

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51-50

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 24

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Southland Sharks

45-43

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 19

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Canterbury Rams

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46-29

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 14

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44-54

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 12

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Taranaki Mountainairs

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33-33

New Zealand NBL

2026 Jun 6

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37-33

New Zealand NBL

2026 May 30

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48-39

New Zealand NBL

2026 May 23

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Auckland Tuatara

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51-34

New Zealand NBL

2026 May 15

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60-42

New Zealand NBL

2026 May 9

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Canterbury Rams

40-41

New Zealand NBL

2026 May 2

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42-54

New Zealand NBL

2026 Apr 26

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Southland Sharks

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57-34

New Zealand NBL

2026 Apr 24

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49-32

New Zealand NBL

2026 Apr 18

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Taranaki Mountainairs

46-27

New Zealand NBL

2026 Apr 11

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43-56

Whai Fixtures, Results & Match Schedule

Keep up with every Whai fixture throughout the New Zealand NBL 2026 on Tiger Scores 365. From upcoming matches to final results, this page brings together the club's complete match schedule, helping fans follow every stage of the season in one place.

Representing its country, Whai has been part of the New Zealand NBL since 0. The team plays its home games at the home stadium, a venue with a seating capacity of the available seating capacity. Match schedules, kick-off times, and results are updated regularly using official competition data to ensure accurate and reliable coverage.

Whether you're looking for today's fixture, the next game, or recent match results, Tiger Scores 365 provides everything you need to follow Whai. Alongside fixtures and results, you can also explore live scores, league standings, Whai player statistics, team performance, and season records for the New Zealand NBL 2026 and other basketball competitions worldwide.

Standings

New Zealand NBL 2026

Regular Season