RESULT: Great Britain 95 – 84 Australia
There was certainly no repeat of the whitewash down under, as the GB men powered their way to a first round victory by 95-84. Mark Boaler used all of his skill, craft and power to earn himself a magnificent maximum, with a fine display.
It was a disciplined performance from the home nation, restricting Australia to only two heat advantages.
Full scorers to come. See below for some highlights, courtesy of Natalie Timms.
Heat 12
Heat 13
Heat 14
Heat 17
Heat 18