Zylan Cheatham is wasting little time making his presence felt. The Adelaide 36ers forward is already putting on a show in a sequence that captures his all-round attacking ability: he takes the ball coast to coast for a strong finish, then follows it up by knocking down a corner three.

The back-to-back plays underline the versatility that makes Cheatham such a difficult matchup. He can push the pace himself, attack the basket in transition and still provide a threat from the perimeter when the defence collapses. The coast-to-coast finish brings the energy; the corner shot demonstrates the value of his off-ball positioning and shooting touch.

Cheatham arrives at this moment with strong recent form. In Adelaide’s 106-78 victory over the Illawarra Hawks on November 7, he recorded 21 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists to register the first triple-double of the NBL27 season. He also shot eight of 12 from the field and finished without a turnover in 31 minutes, according to the league’s match report.

That performance reflected more than scoring. Cheatham contributed as a rebounder, playmaker and defensive presence, helping Adelaide control the contest. His connection with teammates, including Bryce Cotton, has also become an important part of the 36ers’ offensive rhythm.

The early sequence offers another reminder of the impact Cheatham can make when he plays with confidence and aggression. A coast-to-coast bucket followed by a corner three is a quick statement: he can create in transition and punish defenders who leave him open.

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