Melbourne United beat South East Melbourne Phoenix in the NBL Melbourne derby on October 10, recovering from a 15-point deficit to secure victory. The game became a dramatic Throwdown thriller that had the crowd gripped.

Oduro sealed the result with a double-double, delivering a standout performance when it mattered most. It was the kind of comeback win that makes derby nights special.

In other NBL action on the same night, the Perth Wildcats welcomed the New Zealand Breakers in a second matchup on the card.