Former Brisbane Bullets player Will Magnay has been waived by the New Orleans Pelicans, he will stay in the US to have minor foot surgery, pursue more NBA opportunities and prepare for Australia’s Tokyo Olympics campaign. The Pelicans opted to waive his two-way contract to create space to sign former Atlanta, Philadelphia, Minnesota, and Houston…
Read MoreWith 3 minutes and 16 seconds left in the fourth quarter, New Orleans Pelicans coach Stan Van Gundy tapped Will Magnay on the shoulder and sent him to the scorer’s table to play in his first NBA game in today’s match-up against the LA Lakers. It may have been “junk time” minutes with the Pelicans…
Read MoreThe use of the word “greatest” is used flippantly in media circles. As recently as this week we’ve had to hear talks about Bryce Cotton and if he is the greatest NBL import of all-time despite playing a mere 4.5 seasons compared to legends of the NBL like Leroy Loggins, Ricky Grace, Mark Davis, James…
Read MoreThe Dallas Mavericks announced yesterday that they have assigned rookie shooting guard Josh Green to the NBA G-League’s Salt Lake City Stars. Green has seen his NBA career get off to a rocky start thus far with inconsistent play and COVID-19 restrictions resulting in him being shuffled out of the Mav’s rotation. After regularly seeing…
Read MoreBrisbane Bullets big man Will Magnay has reportedly signed a two-way deal with the New Orleans Pelicans, according to ESPN. The buzz around Magnay has been consistent over the past 6 months with strong interest from several coming from the Golden State Warriors, Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs before Magnay made his decision to…
Read MoreSources within NBL teams say Jonah Bolden is open to playing in the NBL after missing out on an NBA roster spot this week. Sources say Bolden’s agent Daniel Moldovan has been in talks with the remaining NBL teams letting them know Bolden does not intend to play in the G-League and open to NBL…
Read MoreThe Philadelphia 76ers have officially agreed to terms with shooting guard/small forward Ryan Broekhoff. The contract is expected to be worth the veteran’s minimum of $2.1 million but is non-guaranteed. This signing comes after Broekhoff signed a two-way contract to join the Sixers for their playoff run last inside the NBA bubble in Orlando but…
Read MoreFormer Illawarra Hawks coach Rob Beveridge return to the sidelines as coach of the SIT Zero Fees Southland Sharks in 2021. Beveridge had signed on to coach the team last season but after arriving in New Zealand the competition was impacted due to COVID-19 and he was forced to return to Australia before the season…
Read MoreThe Cleveland Cavaliers and point guard Matthew Dellavedova have agreed to terms on a one-year contract for the veteran’s minimum salary of $2.17 million. A fan favourite during their 2016 championship run, “Delly” might not be the same player he was during the teams NBA Finals run in 2015, but he still provides the Cavs…
Read MoreIn what is bound to be one of the more overlooked moves this offseason, Australia Boomer’s centre Aron Baynes signed a two-year pact with the Toronto Raptors worth $14.3 million (the second year has a team option). NBA free agency frenzy started this week and already multiple stars have inked new deals for the 2020-21…
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Former NBL player and current Casey Cavaliers head coach Luke Kendall joins the podcast to share his journey—from his junior basketball days to professional success and now a rising coaching career. Kendall developed under legendary coach Mike Dunlap at Metro State, where he won a national championship before moving to the NBL. He played for the Sydney Kings, Melbourne Tigers, Perth Wildcats, and Gold Coast Blaze, winning a championship with the Kings before injuries forced an early retirement. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of…
READ MOREThe possibility of an NBL expansion team in Geelong has gained momentum, with league owner Larry Kestelman confirming the city is a strong candidate—provided it can secure a suitable venue. However, much like we outlined in an article a number of years ago, How the Geelong Supercats could return to the NBL within 3 years, the missing piece isn’t just a stadium, but a real estate-backed development plan to make the project financially viable. Kestelman recently acknowledged Geelong’s growing basketball scene, citing record participation numbers…
READ MOREThere have been championship runs in the NBL defined by dominance and the sheer weight of talent that could overwhelm opponents before the ball was tipped. The dynasties of Perth, the star-studded reign of Melbourne, and the rise of Sydney’s financial muscle all tell tales of powerhouses that knew how to stay at the top. But there has only ever been one championship like Wollongong’s in 2001—a title won through sheer resilience, a team that had no business being there until they forced their way…
READ MOREThe Defensive Player of the Year (DPOY) award is supposed to recognise the most dominant defender in the NBA. If that’s the case, then Dyson Daniels should already have his name engraved on the trophy. But as the season winds down, there’s a growing concern that Daniels might get overlooked simply because he’s a guard. If that happens, it won’t just be unfair—it will be a disgrace. Daniels is Leading the NBA in Every Key Defensive Stat There’s no argument against Daniels’ defensive dominance this…
READ MORESydney Kings captain Xavier Cooks has served most of his one-month suspension for testing positive for cocaine but may still face additional disciplinary action from his club. He was provisionally suspended in early February after returning an adverse analytical finding just two days before the Kings’ sudden-death clash against Adelaide. Basketball Australia later confirmed the ban, though the club initially cited “personal leave” as the reason for his absence. Despite the violation, Sydney Kings officials reportedly want to retain Cooks, who remains under contract for…
READ MOREBelow is an up-to-date roster for each NBL team and a list of rumours and potential signings derived from discussions with NBL staff and media. Players listed as contracted come from information supplied by the National Basketball League. * = Denotes import player ** = Naturalised Australian DP = a member of the team's development roster SRP = the previously named Asian player exception denoting an Asian player who qualifies as a local in the NBL. MP = Marquee players listed as known Click here…
READ MOREThe recent FIBA Asia Cup qualifiers in Traralgon showcased not just Australia's dominance in the region but also why Australian basketball is becoming an invaluable asset for Asian nations looking to grow their game. The Boomers' commanding victories over Indonesia (109-58) and Thailand (114-64) were not just displays of superior talent but reflections of an elite system that consistently produces world-class players. For Asian basketball federations seeking a model to learn from, Australia offers an ideal blueprint—one that balances elite player development, a thriving professional…
READ MOREA second Sydney NBL team is expected to be the league’s next expansion franchise, with Gold Coast, Darwin, and Canberra all encountering significant roadblocks in recent months. It’s believed the Harbour City Stars is the leading candidate for the team name, following a branding strategy similar to how San Francisco’s Golden State Warriors use a regional moniker rather than the city’s name. This broader identity would emphasize the team’s connection to Sydney’s iconic harbor while avoiding geographical constraints within the city. In addition to Harbour…
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