The Tall Blacks have been beaten handily by the Australian Boomers 81-52 in their Asia Cup qualifying game in Cairns.

With both teams fielding inexperienced rosters, the Boomers put the result beyond doubt with a 26-9 fourth quarter in their favour.

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13 Dec: The Breakers are focussed on minimising mistakes against South East Melbourne in tonight's Aussie NBL match

13 Dec: The Breakers are determined not to be lulled by their three game winning streak

13 Dec: While you tuck into a few drinks and a mince pie at the office Christmas party, spare a thought for the Breakers in the Australian NBL

13 Dec: The Breakers are gritting their teeth as their four-match away run begins tonight against the South East Melbourne Phoenix in the Australian basketball league

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