The pair could become the first father-son duo to play together in the NBA.
The point guard was a finalist for ANBL Most Valuable Player in his debut season.
For the first time, the women will be paid more than the men.
The pay increase will see them earn more than their NBL male counterparts.
Reigning champions Canterbury Rams beat Nelson Giants in their season-opener on social media.
The 38-year-old has been instrumental in reversing the Breakers' fortunes as head coach.
The result ends Tom Abercrombie's NBL career after 429 games.
The guard was playing the final home game of her US college career.
"Once I walked into that locker room at halftime, I knew we were winning the game."
