League: It just gets tougher for Lions

The Warriors' recent run of poor performances is ensuring a regular flow of first graders into the Auckland Lions side.

But their fortunes have mirrored the Warriors, with another loss to Parramatta on Monday night.

Apparently there was plenty to like about the Lions second half performance in particular.

But the learning curve just gets steeper with the Lions facing the Premier League table-topping Bulldogs on Sunday. The Bulldogs have 18 points, four clear of the second-placed Eels, Panthers and Jets. The Lions are 12th with eight points.