New-Zealand  Guard Jackson Ball was the top scorer of the day in the world.
Guard Jackson Ball (191-G-2008) was tied for the best scorer of the day in the world yesterday with the 29 points he had in the New Zealand league. Despite his strong performance, his team the Hawks lost to the Saints 79 to 107. He also got 4 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 steal per game. He has regularly played for the New Zealand National Team since 2025 and to years ago for the Under 22 National Team. Ball was selected to the Australiabasket All New Zealand League Honorable Mention and Domestic Players Team in 2025.

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