The Canberra Gunners have kept within striking distance of the SEABL east division's top four after splitting their Victorian road double-header against Bendigo and Dandenong.
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The Gunners shocked conference leaders Bendigo on their home court 81-76 on Saturday night, with their greater spread of offensive contributors the difference.
Jeremy Kendle (29 points) and Damian Johnston (17 points, nine rebounds) led the way for the hosts, but Tim Coenraad (18 points, nine rebounds) and Ben Allen (18 points) spearheaded Canberra's win.
On Sunday, 32 points from Daequon Montreal ensured Dandenong recovered from an eight-point quarter-time deficit to secure a 96-84 win.
Nick Jackson scored 11 points in 17 minutes off the bench for the Gunners.
The Canberra Capitals Academy lost its women's clash to Bendigo 88-61 and Dandenong 78-69.
Canberra threatened an upset chasing a first win of the season against the Rangers, but losing the second quarter 20-9 proved their downfall.