Matrix left defenceless without naturalised player Williams


Vulnerable: Point guard Ong Wei Yong admits that Matrix are much weaker in rebounds without Amir Williams.

PETALING JAYA: NS Matrix were left to rue their over-reliance on naturalised player Amir Williams and saw their winning streak come to an end in the fourth leg of the Asean Basketball League (ABL).

Matrix started their campaign with a tame 65-75 loss to Macau Black Bears at the Nguyen Du Stadium in Ho Chi Minh on Sunday.

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