I look at the Tall Blacks line up, and wonder where they are going to get points from. It could only be from Webster or Kirk Penny. If Kirk doesn't play, that will be a big load on Corey's shoulders.
I think with a lock down defender - Maybe even Mitch Creek - on either one, the Tall Blacks ability to score consistently would be dramatically hampered.
And yes, I do think there is a large gulf between our 6 NBA players, and NZ's best 8 players. The only player NZ has which we don't have a direct and better equivalent to is probably Kirk Penney. But then again, NZ do not have a Patty Mills.
We have a taller, much more skilled squad. I expect Aus to sweep the series, but NZ will make it interesting for 3 quarters.