Despite 32 points from Andrew Gaze and 16 points and 16 rebounds from centre Mark Bradtke, Townsville prevailed in the Furnace contest to extend its winning streak to two games and improve to third spot on the NBL table. Clarence Tyson and Simon Kerle tallied 24 points each for the Suns, with Tyson also snaring 13 caroms. Derek Rucker issued 13 assists to go with 23 points and six boards as the Suns won for the fifth time this season. Melbourne sank to second last position on the table.
