The Breakers have been beaten by one point against Melbourne United. Photo: PHOTOSPORT
The New Zealand Breakers have suffered a heartbreaking 82-81 loss to Melbourne United.
Matthew Dellavedova nailed a clutch free throw with seconds remaining to claim the victory in dramatic and controversial fashion.
The Breakers were up 44-39 at half time, before finding themselves all square at 81-all in final minute.
Melbourne were then fouled and Dellavedova put his side ahead.
Breakers import Zylan Cheatham Cheatham grabbed a defensive rebound and then called a timeout.
However, NBL rules stipulate you can't call a timeout during live play, calling curtains for the Breakers.
Anthony Lamb top scored for the Breakers with 22, with Parker Jackson-Cartwright sinking 21.