Breakers coach criticises referees after NBL loss to Tasmania

Monday 19 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 19 Oct, 9:33am

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New Zealand Breakers coach Gordie Herbert has criticised officiating following his team's 98-92 defeat to the Tasmania JackJumpers in Hobart. Herbert questioned two late calls, including a three-second violation against Charles Bediako, and the decision to keep the same officials in Hobart after their previous game.

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1. 1NewsMon 19 Oct, 8:30am

   'What's that about?' Breakers' coach hits out at NBL refs (opens in new tab)

2. The PostMon 19 Oct, 9:33am

   Rebounding, turnovers cost NZ Breakers dearly in NBL defeat to Tasmania JackJumpers (opens in new tab)