Illawarra Hawks pile on 69 points in the first half to set up an eight-point win over the NZ Breakers.

The NZ Breakers have put up a strong fight against the Utah Jazz in the opening game of their NBA Tour.

An 11-0 run in the fourth quarter propels the NZ Breakers to an 81-79 victory in their home opener.

Former NBA talent and Sydney Kings big Jonah Bolden will continue his ANBL career with the NZ Breakers.