Media release – NBL, 31 March 2024
JACKJUMPERS WIN CHAMPIONSHIP
The Tasmania JackJumpers have made history, winning their first NBL championship after an epic 83-81 victory over Melbourne United in game five of the Championship Series.
In what will go down as one of the greatest games ever, United’s Matthew Dellavedova had a chance to win the game at the buzzer but his long range three-point attempt missed.
The JackJumpers, in just their third season, have capped one of the most incredible three-year runs in Australian sport with the championship. Tasmania has sold out every game across the state in its history, made the Championship Series twice, and are now champions.
JackJumpers hero Jack McVeigh won the Larry Sengstock Trophy for Championship Series MVP, with his game winner in game three to go down as one of the greatest moments in NBL history.
Jordon Crawford was the star of the decider with 32 points, and he was well supported by McVeigh (14 points, eight rebounds) and Will Magnay (11 points, 12 rebounds).
The votes for the Larry Sengstock Trophy for Championship Series MVP were:
Larry Sengstock Trophy for Championship Series MVP
Jack McVeigh: 39 VOTES
Matthew Dellavedova: 24 VOTES
Jo Lual-Acuil Jr: 18 VOTES
Jordon Crawford: 15 VOTES
Chris Goulding: 13 VOTES
Will Magnay: 10 VOTES
Milton Doyle: 8 VOTES
Shea Ili: 7 VOTES
Ian Clark: 6 VOTES
Majok Deng: 4 VOTES
Sean Macdonald: 3 VOTES
Luke Travers: 3 VOTES
