(Sydney, April 5, 2026) The Sydney Kings have secured their sixth NBL Championship with a 113-101 overtime victory, defeating the Adelaide 36ers 3 games to 2 in the Best-of-5 Championship Series.
Since 2016, Qudos Bank Arena, proudly owned by TEG and operated by Legends Global, has served as the home court of the Sydney Kings, earning a reputation as one of the league’s most imposing venues for visiting teams. This was on full display during the Championship decider, when a new NBL attendance record of 18,589 was set at the Arena.
Kings guard Matthew Dellavedova has expressed his appreciation of the fans and the Arena:
“Qudos Bank Arena is like an NBA arena. To be able to get that many people in the one venue is special. The support we have had all year at Qudos Bank Arena has been fantastic.”
Legends Global President and Chief Executive (Asia Pacific and Middle East), Harvey Lister AM has shared his congratulations:
“The Sydney Kings are a brilliant example of what happens when a long-term home venue provides the platform and stability to generate on-court success. We are thrilled to see the growth and momentum of our close working relationship that constantly improves the fan experience.”
Qudos Bank Arena Deputy General Manager, Michael Cox has also commented:
“Congratulations to the Sydney Kings on an incredible Championship season at Qudos Bank Arena. From our venue staff to the players and coaches, it’s been inspiring to witness an incredible team effort that creates championship moments, and I want to express my heartfelt congratulations and thanks to everyone involved.”
Looking ahead, The Kings are looking forward to seeing the NBL 25/26 Champions Banner raised at Qudos Bank Arena next season.
ABOUT QUDOS BANK ARENA
Qudos Bank Arena is Australasia’s number 1 venue for live entertainment and largest indoor arena, located in Sydney Olympic Park. As a world-class venue, the Arena was named in the Top-5 Live Music Venues in the World for 2025 by Billboard magazine (*Venues with a capacity of 15,001 or more). The venue hosts concerts, sports events, comedy and family entertainment experiences, attracting over 1 million patrons annually.
ABOUT LEGENDS GLOBAL
Legends Global is the premier partner to the world’s greatest live events, venues, and brands. We deliver a fully integrated solution of premium services, including feasibility and consulting, project development, sales, partnerships, venue management, hospitality, merchandise, and content and booking. Our white-label approach ensures our partners remain front and centre while we harness the power of our global network – including over 450 venues, 20,000 events, and 165 million guests annually – to enhance their business and guest experience. To learn more, visit us at www.LegendsGlobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.
LEGENDS GLOBAL (APAC and MENA)
From its APAC regional headquarters in Brisbane, Australia, Legends Global operates, manages and books a network of venues that includes:
Stadiums – Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane; Kai Tak Sports Park Main Stadium, Hong Kong; and 50% ownership of VenuesLive, the operator of Optus Stadium, Perth ;
Entertainment and Indoor Sports Arenas – Qudos Bank Arena, Sydney; RAC Arena, Perth; Brisbane Entertainment Centre; Newcastle Entertainment Centre, TikTok Entertainment Centre; Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Great Hall; Cairns Arena, Bangkok Arena (under construction); Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai; and Kai Tak Sports Park Indoor Arena, Hong Kong;
Live Performance Theatres – Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Sydney, Bahrain, Dubai, and Kuala Lumpur;
Convention & Exhibition Centres – Brisbane, Cairns, Darwin, Newcastle, Sydney, Christchurch, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Bahrain, and Riyadh.
ABOUT TEG
Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG) is a Fan Experience Group, powered by digital, data, and technology, united by our purpose – We Partner to Make Life Better Live. With the Fan as our Star, TEG brings together Ticketek, TEG Touring, TEG Sport, TEG Experiences, and Ovation to create, promote, and power world-class live entertainment.
From global concert tours and major sporting events to immersive family and cultural experiences, TEG makes it easier for Fans to find, and attend unforgettable events.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Qudos Bank Arena acknowledges that we are on Wangal land. This land connects us all to the past and the future. We respect Wangal Country, recognise Elders past, present and emerging as Traditional Custodians of it, and celebrate the ongoing deep cultural connection of the people who continue to carry its language, song, dance, and stories.
