United star set for Finals return

Melbourne United has received a massive boost on the eve of their Play-In Qualifier against Tasmania, with star guard Shea Ili cleared to make his return to the lineup.

United announced that the two-time NBL champion Ili would make his return to Dean Vickerman’s squad, three weeks since re-aggravating his hamstring injury in his side’s Round 21 win over Cairns.

The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Season has been an injury-plagued one for the New Zealand Tall Black, featuring in just 10 of his side’s 33 fixtures.

Thursday’s must-win Play-In Qualifier against Tasmania at John Cain Arena tips off at 7.30pm AEDT, live on ESPN.