# Illawarra Hawks NBL27 season performance

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/illawarra-hawks-nbl27-season-performance
> Updated: 2026-10-17T21:43:38.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

The Illawarra Hawks have secured their first victories of the NBL27 season. Their first win was a 114-92 victory over the Adelaide 36ers, a game in which they led by as much as 32 points despite facing roster challenges due to injuries to Todd Blanchfield, Mason Peatling, and Makur Maker.

Following a subsequent three-game losing streak, the Hawks secured a narrow 91-89 win against Melbourne United. Makur Maker contributed 23 points off the bench to help maintain the lead through the final period.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-17: Illawarra Hawks defeat Melbourne United in NBL thriller

The Illawarra Hawks snapped a three-game losing streak with a 91-89 victory over Melbourne United, despite a late scoring surge from Melbourne's Cole Anthony.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/illawarra-hawks-defeat-melbourne-united-in-nbl-thriller

### 2026-09-30: Illawarra Hawks defeat Adelaide 36ers to secure first NBL27 win

The Illawarra Hawks secured their first NBL27 win with a 114-92 victory over the Adelaide 36ers, led by Kelan Martin's 28 points amid ongoing roster injuries.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/illawarra-hawks-defeat-adelaide-36ers-to-secure-first-nbl27-win

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