South East Melbourne Phoenix return to SBC for 2026 season
The Phoenix, who played three sell-out matches at the State Basketball Centre in 2025, have added another match to the ‘Heartland’
The South East Melbourne Phoenix will once again light up the State Basketball Centre in 2026, as they chase Premiership glory.
The Phoenix played three sell-out matches at the State Basketball Centre in Wantirna South in 2025.
This season, the Phoenix have added a fourth match to be played in their “Heartland”.
| ROUND 16 VS ILLAWARRA HAWKS | THURSDAY 8 JANUARY | 7:30PM |
| ROUND 16 VS PERTH WILDCATS | SATURDAY 10 JANUARY | 8:00PM |
| ROUND 18 VS NZ BREAKERS | WEDNESDAY 21 JANUARY | 7:30PM |
| ROUND 18 VS CAIRNS TAIPAINS | SATURDAY 24 JANUARY | 5:30PM |
Phoenix Chief Executive Simon Derrick said the fixture was the most fan-friendly in club history.
“We’ve never had this many home games before,” Derrick said. “It’s a huge win for our members, our fans, and all Victorians — 16 chances to witness the league’s best game-day experience right here in the Heartland.”
“Our coaches and players are grinding through pre-season right now, and we can’t wait to see that hard work come to life in front of packed-out crowds in NBL26.”
Read more about their fixture for 2026 here. Tickets will go on sale soon.