After his break out performance during the London Olympics its seems Joe Ingles hasn’t been forgotten among NBA teams. This week Joe Ingles and Australian Boomers teammate Nathan Jawai have taken Spanish team Barcelona to a 4-1 record and the team now sits in third place in their division as the Euroleague reduces itself down to its Top 16. …
Read More“I’m glad they announced me as being from the Gold Coast (Blaze) instead of UConn, I was actually more exciting to be announced from Australia because not many people have been able to represent Australia (in the NBA)” – Ater Majok takes us through what it was like being drafted by the LA Lakers. Ater…
Read MoreToday the Spurs have signed Aussie Big Man Aron Baynes from Slovenian Euroleague club Union Olimpija. The signing caps off an amazing year for Baynes who after really blossoming during the second half of the Boomers Olympic campaign went on to destroy most of Europes big men before catching the eyes of numerous NBA teams….
Read MoreDecember 15th is a significant day on the NBA calendar. It is the first day that free agents signed in the offseason can be traded. For the San Antonio Spurs, that means it’s the first day Boris Diaw, Pat Mills and Tim Duncan (unlikely) can be traded. So since they can, should the Spurs look…
Read MoreThis season has been a revelation for the man who surprised everybody, going from fringe Australian National team player to starting big man for the Boomers and one of Euroleague’s elite big men in only 14 months. It all started in September 2011 when after sitting on the pine for most of the 2011 Oceania…
Read MoreThere is only ten days left until the 2012/13 NBA season reaches tip-off. That’s ten nerve wracking days for three elite Australian basketball players who hope to take the court on October 30th. Whilst Patty Mills, has been on a basketball court sweating up a storm and refining his game everyday and Luke Nevill has been…
Read MoreThere is only ten days left until the 2012/13 NBA season reaches tip-off. That’s ten nerve wracking days for three elite Australian basketball players who hope to take the court on October 30th. One is Andrew Bogut who cautiously is awaiting a doctor’s appointment Monday morning which will tell him whether he will be…
Read MoreThere is only ten days left until the 2012/13 NBA season reaches tip-off. That’s ten nerve-wracking days for three elite Australian basketball players who hope to take the court on October 30th. One is Andrew Bogut who cautiously is awaiting a doctor’s appointment Monday morning which will tell him whether he will be able to…
Read MoreDavid Andersen delivered 8 points and 4 rebounds as his new team Fenerbahce Ulker played its first game in the Turkish Basketball league. Fenerbache travelled to Erdemirspor and came away with an 83-78 victory which has proved the team is deserves to be considered favourite to win the Turkish League championship this year. Oguz…
Read MoreJulian Khazzouh’s experience as an Euroleage import has been cut short after only one game for Polish team Asseco Prokom Gdynia. On Sunday the club announced that the club and Khazzouh had parted ways in a mere three days after the player’s Turkish Airlines Euroleague debut. In his one and only game for Asseco…
Read MorePOS | TEAM | W | D | L | PTS |
1 | Top Club FC | 21 | 3 | 3 | 66 |
2 | The Reapers | 20 | 4 | 3 | 64 |
3 | Crimson Kings | 19 | 4 | 4 | 61 |
4 | Wind Slayers | 18 | 2 | 6 | 56 |
5 | Deadly Predators | 18 | 2 | 4 | 56 |
The Sydney Kings have released their newest signing, Lamonte Turner after he failed his team physical when he arrived in Sydney. The Hoops Capital club confirmed the decision, adding that they will not make any further roster changes to close out their NBL25 season. Despite being signed as a nominated replacement player following Jaylin Galloway’s season-ending shoulder injury, Turner spent almost a week with the squad yet failed to train with the full Kings squad, only working with younger players since his arrival. The 27-year-old…
READ MOREFormer Tall Blacks head coach and New Zealand Breakers legend Paul Henare joins the podcast to reflect on his illustrious basketball journey. From being a cornerstone of the New Zealand Breakers’ early days to coaching in Japan’s rapidly growing B.League, Henare shares his unique insights into the game across multiple continents. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. We dive into the 2002 Tall Blacks squad that stunned the basketball world with a fourth-place finish at the FIBA World Championships, the evolution of…
READ MOREJamie O'Loughlin, a veteran coach with championship experience at the Perth Wildcats and extensive work with the Cairns Taipans, joins the podcast to discuss the evolving coaching trends in the NBL and insights from NBL25. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. From noticing shifts in offensive and defensive strategies across the league to reflecting on his time helping the Wildcats secure back-to-back championships in 2016 and 2017, O'Loughlin shares invaluable insights for basketball fans and aspiring coaches. He also breaks down the…
READ MOREShawn Dennis, head coach of Japan's Nagoya Dolphins, joins the podcast to discuss the evolution of Japanese basketball and its strong connection with Australian players and coaches. Since its launch in 2016, the B.League has become one of the highest-paying leagues worldwide, attracting both seasoned Australian coaches and NBL talent. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. Dennis, going into his sixth season in Japan, joins host Dan Boyce to shed some light on how the NBL and B.League could benefit from closer…
READ MOREPlans for a new 12,000-seat stadium in Southport have injected momentum into the Gold Coast’s bid for an NBL franchise, positioning the city as a frontrunner for league expansion by 2027. Set to overlook the scenic Broadwater at Carey Park, the proposed stadium has sparked confidence among NBL officials that the region could sustain a national basketball team. NBL Chief Operating Officer Vince Crivelli expressed optimism, emphasizing that a world-class venue is essential for expansion. “We are encouraged and supportive of the exciting progress on…
READ MOREDyson Daniels is making waves in the NBA—not just with his scoring or playmaking, but through his relentless and disruptive defence. The Atlanta Hawks guard is currently ranked second in the NBA for steals, averaging 2.4 per game, and leads the league in deflections, making him a constant threat to opposing offences and a valuable asset for his team. This defensive prowess has been instrumental in the Hawks’ strong performances, including their 121-116 win over the New York Knicks today. In today’s game against the…
READ MOREIn a major announcement, Tommy Greer, the foundation CEO of South East Melbourne Phoenix, has revealed his decision to resign after six successful seasons with the club. Greer, a pivotal figure in the Phoenix's establishment in 2018, has been instrumental in shaping the team’s identity and fostering its rapid growth within the National Basketball League (NBL). Interestingly, this announcement follows closely after the recent release of head coach Mike Kelly, marking a significant period of transition for the club. Just three weeks ago, AussieHoopla ran…
READ MOREThe financial collapse of the Darwin Salties this week has all but closed the door on the possibility of an NBL expansion team based in the Northern Territory. Despite strong community support and government backing, the Salties have announced their withdrawal from the Queensland-based NBL1 North competition, citing unsustainable financial pressures. This development leaves the future of the club and the NT’s broader ambitions for professional sports in serious doubt. Founded in late 2021, the Salties quickly became a fan favourite, regularly filling stadiums and…
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