United star set to return for blockbuster

11 Dec 2025

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Two-time NBL champion Shea Ili (hamstring) will return to the court on Friday night for Melbourne United.

Melbourne United have received a boost ahead of their top of the table clash with the Adelaide 36ers on Friday night.

Tall Blacks international Shea Ili has been cleared to make his return from a hamstring injury.

The 33-year-old two time NBL champion has only made four appearances during his injury-plagued Hungry Jack's NBL26 season.

Squad update:
Shea Ili will return for Friday night's game against the 36ers.
Tyson Walker will miss the game after experiencing delayed concussion symptoms following our Round 11 game vs SEM.
He will be replaced by Tom Koppens & be a test for Sunday. https://t.co/QIp1BmcCUL pic.twitter.com/Drulyg7xyH
— Melbourne United (@MelbUnited) December 11, 2025

Unfortunately for United, star US point guard Tyson Walker will miss the Round 12 fixture due to delayed concussion symptoms.

Michigan State University alum Walker will be replaced in Friday's squad by Tom Koppens.

Walker will be tested ahead of the club's clash with Sydney at John Cain Arena.

Friday's blockbuster between Adelaide and Melbourne tips off at 7.30pm, live on ESPN.