This NBL final series was expected to be nothing but a formality for Melbourne United after finishing three games clear on top of the ladder. However, the plucky Hawks have forced a third game.
Import Gary Clark took over game two to lead the Hawks to a stirring 113-108 overtime win in a thriller at the WIN Sports and Entertainment Centre on Sunday.
United, the minor premiers after finishing three games clear on top of the ladder after the regular season, were fancied to sweep the Hawks, but the fourth-ranked team in the finals is proving a tough nut to crack.
The Hawks had to overcome an early nine-point deficit to record a famous win.
Clark was the go-to man for the Hawks with a huge double-double 31 points and 16 rebounds.
Guard Will Hickey was also superb for the Hawks with 18 points, five rebounds and three assists, while Tyler Harvey was huge down the stretch with 23…
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