Author: Dan Boyce

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Josh Childress plans on NBL return despite being called “too old”

Josh Childress says he would love to return to Australia but NBL teams have said he is too old.

Dan Boyce 0 April 23, 2017 3667 Views

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Has Joe Ingles priced himself out of Utah?

Joe Ingles may have the lowest usage rate of any player on the Jazz, but he still finds ways to contribute to the box score and it’s no coincidence that the Jazz’s success has run parallel with Ingles becoming a larger part of the team’s rotation. Ingles had his best month in March, a period where…

Dan Boyce 0 April 14, 2017 2516 Views

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Australia’s NBA stars are ready for the playoffs

With San Antonio, Utah and Milwaukee all locking in NBA playoff berths this week, we take a look at the Aussies in their respective lockers rooms. SAN ANTONIO SPURS Patty Mills has been sensational off the bench for Gregg Popovich’s experienced squad, shooting 41 per cent from behind the three point line while averaging…

Dan Boyce 0 April 11, 2017 1510 Views

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Daniel Dillon tipped to sign with Melbourne United

While Melbourne United just re-signed cult favorite Kyle Adnam for two years, they also look to further bolster their backcourt by adding talented Melbourne-born guard Daniel Dillon. Melbourne United have made inquiries with a number of Australian guards currently playing overseas and it’s believed that the team is set to bring Dillon, who won…

Dan Boyce 0 April 10, 2017 2250 Views

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Jeremy Kendle (Brisbane Bullets Import) Podcast #82

Head to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod On this episode of the Aussie Hoopla podcast, Dan sits down with an exceptional man both on and off the basketball court, Brisbane Bullets import Jeremy Kendle. Jeremy Kendle has taken a leap of faith many times, the latest being his decision to…

Dan Boyce 0 April 1, 2017 8566 Views

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Ian Stacker (2x NBL Coach of the Year) Podcast #81

Head to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod NBL tragics are depressed, melancholy and aimless with the season behind us and the Perth Wildcats again holding aloft the greatest price in Australian basketball. To fill your ear holes with basketball pleasure Dan invites former NBL coach Ian Stacker onto the…

Dan Boyce 0 March 31, 2017 9145 Views

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Kings vs Hawks: Ep. 7 — The Hawks’ 2nd Title and The Rivalry Today

We wrap up our seven-part deep dive into one of Aussie hoops’ fiercest rivalries — Sydney vs Illawarra — as the modern era turns the heat all the way up and the Freeway Series swings wildly from season to season. Host Dan Boyce picks things up after the Hawks’ rebirth under new ownership and Brian Goorjian — a fresh start that quickly turns into a brutal reality check, including the worst season in franchise history (3–25) — before Illawarra pulls off one of the great…
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Why Newcastle’s NBL Return Is Closer Than You Think

The conversation around NBL expansion has intensified in recent years, with the league publicly confirming discussions with potential markets such as Canberra, the Gold Coast, and Darwin. However, one city that continues to quietly build momentum as a realistic candidate for a future franchise is Newcastle. While it may not always dominate the expansion headlines, the pieces required for an NBL return are slowly aligning, and according to former owner of the Illawarra Hawks, Dorry Kordahi, the push for a Newcastle team is very real.…
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Why Luke Paul Said No to a $3 Million College Bag to Get “Beaten Up” in the NBL

Most 16-year-olds would take the bag. Luke Paul wants to take a beating. In an era where high school recruits are chasing six-figure Instagram followings and seven-figure NIL deals, Luke Paul just did the unthinkable. The 16-year-old Australian talent is a 6'6" point guard widely tipped as a future NBA lottery pick who reportedly turned down US college offers worth up to $3 million to stay home. He didn't do it for comfort. He didn't do it for safety. According to Paul, he did it…
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‘We need to play good basketball’ – South East Melbourne eye fine-tuning ahead of finals

With one game remaining in the regular season and finals seeding on the line, South East Melbourne moved a step closer to the top two with a 120–104 win over the Tasmania JackJumpers at John Cain Arena. The Phoenix overcame a career-high 36-point outing from Majok Deng, with Angus Glover leading the way with 21 points and seven three-pointers as the home side’s firepower proved too much. Despite the result, coach Josh King said his group still needs to produce a complete four-quarter performance, particularly…
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Inclusion Needs Outcomes, Not Pride Rounds

In recent weeks, NBL Pride Round has been accompanied by a wave of opinion pieces — including Michael Randall’s “Pride Round: Why the NBL should be proud it won’t ever ‘shut up and dribble’” — praising the initiative while dismissing its critics. This has been something I’ve been thinking about and discussing with people since Indigenous Round.I think we all need a little perspective sometimes. https://t.co/2D65bvtS5K — Michael Randall (@MickRandallHS) February 3, 2026 But the argument that any criticism of the National Basketball League’s social-issue…
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Kings vs Hawks: Ep. 6 — LaMelo Ball, Spy-Gate and ‘The Hawks’ lose their Illawarra name

We continue diving deeper into one of Aussie hoops’ fiercest rivalries — Sydney vs Illawarra — picking things up as LaMelo Ball and his Rookie of the Year season in 2019 propelled the Hawks into the global spotlight, setting NBL viewership and attendance records, while the Kings reloaded under Will Weaver and pushed for a championship in a season that ended in chaos. Host Dan Boyce breaks down LaMelo’s viral debut, his back-to-back triple-doubles, and the impact of Aaron Brooks’ season-ending injury on Illawarra’s playoff…
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Keanu Pinder’s Japanese Stint Could Result In Boomers Selection

Keanu Pinder has hit a new gear in Japan. As Akita’s starting big, he is producing like a franchise option, and that level of form is putting him back in the Boomers conversation. Pinder is in the midst of a prime career stretch that has seen him exceed the 2 time NBL "Most Improved Player" form that first made him a star in Cairns.The primary storyline defining Pinder’s 2025-26 campaign is a shift in usage. In Perth, Pinder was often a secondary option behind heavy…
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NBL Free Agent Tracker

Below 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…
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