ANZ Premiership 2025: Magic Triumph Over Stars in Auckland

Avis Magic secured their second win over Go Media Stars in the ANZ Premiership 2025, with a 71-54 victory in Auckland. Following last week's 72-51 win, the Waikato Bay of Plenty team has improved their standing in the league.

Avis Magic has solidified its position in the ANZ Premiership 2025 by defeating the Go Media Stars 71-54 in Auckland on Monday. This victory follows a 72-51 win last week, further enhancing the Waikato Bay of Plenty team's standing in the league. The Magic's consistent performance has seen them climb to fourth place on the ANZ Premiership ladder [1].

The Magic's goal shooter, Saviour Tui, led the charge with a standout performance. She netted half of her super shot attempts and all but three of her 57 attempts at one-point goals, showcasing her composure and ability to find space on the baseline. The Magic's frontline rediscovered its mojo under Tui's leadership, which was instrumental in their 21-goal margin of victory over the Stars last week [3].

The Stars, currently at the bottom of the ANZ Premiership ladder, have struggled to find their rhythm. Captain Maia Wilson believes the 72-51 scoreline was not indicative of how close the game was, and the Stars will be out for redemption in their next encounter with the Magic. The return of defender Kate Burley, who missed last week's game due to a foot injury, will be crucial for the Stars as they seek to improve their performance [3].

The ANZ Premiership is entering its midpoint, and both teams are looking to secure maximum points to stay competitive. The Magic, currently in fifth place, will need to maintain their momentum to keep up with the top teams, while the Stars will need to turn their fortunes around to avoid falling further behind [2].

References:
[1] https://www.nzherald.co.nz/waikato-news/sport/anz-premiership-2025-magic-clock-up-second-win-over-stars-in-auckland/ZXB4E3R3MBHMBO6CWEMNY5GYRM/
[2] https://anzpremiership.co.nz/premiership/news/latest/2025-anz-premiership-previews-round-five.html
[3] https://www.nzherald.co.nz/sport/magics-strong-performance-sinks-stars-for-second-time-in-a-week/PMPJWVHCSRE6RNRP6T4BDC5O2I/