The Twitter coverage will begin at tip-off at 10pm AEST and will include regular score updates as the Hawks take on the Perth Wildcats for NBL supremacy.

For fans with smart phones who can't catch the much-anticipated decider on pay tv, the Twitter feed could be a convenient way to keep tabs on the game while on the move.

After the game a full-time match report will appear on the Mercury's website along with images from the game.

Saturday's Mercury will have in-depth reporting and analysis of the game and Monday's Mercury will be a souvenir edition, celebrating the Hawks' journey to the grand final series.

Fans can also watch live coverage of tonight's game at a variety of venues around Wollongong including the University of Wollongong's University Hall, the Steelers Club, City Diggers, Wests Illawarra, The Builders Club, The Fraternity Club, Shellharbour Workers Club and Warilla Bowling Club.