The race to the NBL championship is nearly complete, with just two contenders left vying for the title.
In one corner is Melbourne United, the team that has been the league's high-water mark for the entire season, finishing in top spot with 20 wins and not losing two in a row the entire season.
Up against them is the Tasmania JackJumpers, a team who started the season on shaky footing, but came home strong in a massive way, including knocking out second-ranked team Perth and MVP Bryce Cotton en route to the finals.
Can the NBL's newest franchise break through and claim their first championship, or will Melbourne add another jewel to their crown?
NBL 2024 finals schedule and score
The NBL Finals are a best-of-five series, between Melbourne United and the Tasmania JackJumpers.
United hold a homecourt advantage in the series, as they finished the season with the highest position.
| DATE | GAME | TIME (AEDT) | LOCATION |
| Sun. March 17 | Game 1: Melbourne United 104 def. Tasmania JackJumpers 81 | 4:00 p.m. | John Cain Arena, Melbourne |
| Fri. March 22 | Game 2: Melbourne United 77 def. by Tasmania JackJumpers 82 | 7:30 p.m. | MyState Bank Area, Tasmania |
| Sun. March 24 | Game 3: Melbourne United vs. Tasmania JackJumpers | 5:30 p.m. | John Cain Arena, Melbourne |
| Thu. March 28 | Game 4*: Melbourne United vs. Tasmania JackJumpers | 7:30 p.m. | MyState Bank Area, Tasmania |
| Sun. March 31 | Game 5*: Melbourne United vs. Tasmania JackJumpers | 4:00 p.m. | John Cain Arena, Melbourne |
*If required
NBL Finals results
Game 2: JackJumpers come from behind to level series
The JackJumpers have guaranteed the Finals will return to Tasmania for a fourth game with an impressive comeback on Friday night.
The visitors went on an 11-0 run to start the second half, expanding their lead to 15 points.
Even with Will Magnay on a precarious four fouls, the JackJumpers calmly worked their way back into the game before ultimately claiming a five-point win.
Jack McVeigh was the star performer for the home team, scoring 16 points, grabbing eight rebounds and contributing with four assists.
Game 1: Goulding shines in United blowout
It was an easy start to the NBL finals for Melbourne United, as they took care of business at home to the tune of 23 points.
Chris Goulding led the way for his squad, scoring 22 points and hitting 10 three-pointers, which saw him inch closer to the all-time single-season three-pointer record.
The JackJumpers top scorer was Anthony Drmic, with 18, in what was a slow night for the team's traditional big three of Milton Doyle, Jordan Crawford, and Jack McVeigh, who all combined for 36 points.
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— NBL (@NBL) March 18, 2024
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How to watch NBL Finals 2024
The 2024 NBL Finals are being shown on ESPN via Foxtel, and basketball fans can also stream every game via Kayo.
| TV Channel | Foxtel |
| Streaming | Kayo |
NBL finals odds
Per bookmaker TAB, Melbourne United were the $1.40 pre-series favourites.
The Tasmania JackJumpers were the underdogs at $2.90.
