Key King sidelined for season

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Sydney Kings forward Keli Leaupepe has been ruled out for the entire NBL26 season after scans confirmed an ACL injury.

Emerging Sydney King Keli Leaupepe will be sidelined for the entirety of the Hungry Jack's NBL26 Season, the club has confirmed.

Leaupepe sustained a right knee injury during the Kings' CODE Sports NBL Blitz game against Brisbane. Scans have since confirmed an ACL injury.

"Keli will meet with specialists alongside the Club’s medical team this week to determine the best management and recovery plan," the club said in a statement.

"Unfortunately, this injury will see Keli unable to take to the court for the NBL 2025/26 season. Our focus now is on supporting him every step of the way through his rehabilitation and recovery, and the entire Kings organisation will be right behind him too. Updates will be shared when appropriate."