Melbourne United have produced a devastating late blitz to keep their unbeaten start to the NBL season alive with a 103-83 win over South East Melbourne.

Phoenix part-owner Nick Kyrgios was among the sold-out crowd at John Cain Arena on Thursday night but left disappointed with his team's first loss of the campaign.

Runners-up the last two seasons, Melbourne (3-0) have already stamped themselves as early title contenders again.

Dean Vickerman's men have posted consecutive wins over Tasmania, New Zealand and the Phoenix despite the absence of veteran sharp-shooter Chris Goulding (quad).

American guard Milton Doyle top-scored with 18 points in his first derby to help United improve their overall head-to-head record against their local rivals to 20-9.

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