Kings vs 36ers Playoff Showdown – A Fresh Start for Both Teams
The playoffs are here, and as Adelaide 36ers captain DJ Vasiljevic put it, “It’s 0-0 now.” No matter where a team finished in the standings, once the postseason begins, everything resets. The 36ers are set to take on the Sydney Kings in a high-stakes Play-In game at Qudos Bank Arena this Thursday night. With Adelaide back in the playoffs for the first time since 2018, the team is ready to fight for a deep postseason run.
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Vasiljevic knows past results mean nothing now. Despite Adelaide’s strong record against Sydney this season, including wins in their last two meetings at Qudos Bank Arena, he insists that the playoffs are a completely different game. “Nothing, it’s 0-0 now,” he reiterated. “Yes, we won the series, but it doesn’t mean anything. It can go either way.” Sydney will be coming in with intensity, looking to defend their home court, but Adelaide is just as prepared for the battle.
Adelaide found its rhythm in January, making a strong push to secure a top-six finish, but they stumbled in their final three games of the regular season. Now, with a fresh slate, the 36ers are ready to prove themselves. The team is healthy, locked in, and eager for the challenge. “We’ve had really good practices, we understand now it’s the playoffs—if you lose, you’re done. If you win, you continue,” Vasiljevic emphasized.
The numbers back up Adelaide’s potential. The 36ers boast an 8-1 record when holding opponents under 90 points and have won five of their last six matchups against the Kings. Their offensive efficiency has been elite, ranking second in field goal percentage (47.7%) and free throws made per game (18.1). Individually, Kendric Davis has been on fire, averaging 25.6 points per game and scoring 20+ in 11 straight appearances. Montrezl Harrell has been a force inside, leading the league in points in the paint (13.4 per game) and recording 11 double-doubles this season. Meanwhile, Isaac Humphries has been a defensive anchor, ranking second in combined steals and blocks per game (2.4).
As game day approaches, the energy is building. The Kings vs. 36ers rivalry has already delivered some thrilling matchups this season, and this Play-In game promises to be another intense battle. Both teams know what’s at stake—win and move forward, or lose and go home. Adelaide has the momentum, but Sydney will be desperate to hold their ground.
Tip-off is set for 7 PM ACDT, live on ESPN via Kayo Sports. Buckle up—this is playoff basketball, and anything can happen!
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