GIANTS TOO GOOD

The Mike Pero Nelson Giants have moved to second place with a 103-82 win over the IMS Payroll Hawks.

American duo, DeRonn Scott (26 points), McKenzie Moore (21) led the Giants to their 13th win of the season and are now half a game ahead of the Wellington Saints who lost 107-99 against the Canterbury Rams.

Mika Vukona grabbed a double-double of 14 points and 14 rebounds as the Giants had a strong second quarter which put them up 13 by halftime.

Nelson extended their lead to 26 in the final quarter, giving the Hawks their 11th loss of the season.

Suleiman Braimoh scored 15 and Zack Atkinson added 14 for the visitors who will play their final game of the season against the James Blond Supercity Rangers tomorrow.