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In an exciting NBL semi-final showdown, Bryce Cotton and Chris Goulding have delivered stellar performances for their teams, with the series tied in a dramatic winner-takes-all clash.
Bryce Cotton, who had been relatively quiet in the first two games, exploded in the first quarter of this sudden death match, scoring 16 points and leading his team, Perth Wildcats, to a 37-26 lead at the break. However, Melbourne United's Chris Goulding quickly responded, hitting six three-pointers in the second quarter, finishing the half perfect from beyond the arc. By halftime, Perth's lead was reduced to just four points, 62-58.
In Game 1, Melbourne United had the upper hand, with a strong second half performance from Chris Goulding, who led the team to a 105-93 victory. Perth Wildcats fought back hard in Game 2, with Dylan Windler contributing a remarkable 20 points and seven rebounds in the second half to secure a 96-89 win.
For Melbourne United’s Marcus Lee, this series is personal. After missing out on last season's championship due to an injury, Lee is determined to win a title without any asterisks.
As the series heads into its final game, both teams are giving their all, and the winner will secure a spot in the grand final, with one of the most intense NBL semi-finals in recent memory.
