26 April, 2002
Both Auckland and Otago win their games, so they both stick to 90-73. If Auckland can keep this up against Canterbury then their second spot comes into play.
The Power's plan to usurp the Zips was foiled. Canberra will likely need to settle for second spot.
The Hawks fight off the Firebirds as they go for that fourth and final slot. A rampage in the first innings is enough to see Illawarra home here.