Australian Basketball has truly exploded around the world in recent years and many of our best basketball players now play in the NBA, Euroleague and College on a regular basis. Names like Andrew Bogut, Patrick Mills, Matthew Dellavedova and Joe Ingles are well known within the Australian Basketball community however on our last count we had over…
Read MoreIt was heartbreak in Beijing for the Boomers, as they fell to Spain, 95-88, in what could only be described as a battle of epic proportions. Ten minutes of extra basketball was required to separate the two nations, with Marc Gasol taking over in the second overtime to sink the Boomers gold medal hopes. “That…
Read MoreAustralia survived a mighty scare to pull out a 108-92 victory on Sunday, though the scoreboard hardly paints the entire picture. It was a mix of the old and new standing up for the Boomers, with perhaps nobody shining brighter than Matthew Dellavedova, who finished with 24 points, showing off his much publicised new shooting…
Read MoreThe 12-man Australian Boomers team that will compete at the FIBA World Cup and the lead-up games in Perth and Melbourne has been announced today, Wednesday, August 7. The team features two players who are set to make their national team debuts. Jonah Bolden and Xavier Cooks have been selected for the first time after…
Read MoreUtah Jazz superstar Rudy Gobert returned to action after a month of being sidelined with a left knee sprain only to called a “ballhog” by Aussie teammate Joe Ingles. Ingles, who had just equalled a career high with 21 points, hitting 5 of 9 three pointers, in a victory over the LA Clippers had…
Read MoreAussie NBA stars Aron Baynes and Ben Simmons are set to go head to head as the Philadelphia 76ers and Boston Celtics prepare to play in front of a sold-out crowd at London’s O2 arena this week. The NBA London Game 2018 be the eighth time a regular-season game NBA game is held in London. With…
Read MoreIt was announced this morning that the Denver Nuggets are bringing Torrey Craig up from the G league and will suit up against Joe Ingles and the Utah Jazz today. Two-Way player Torrey Craig has been transferred from Sioux Falls back to the Nuggets and will be with the team for tonight’s game at…
Read MoreHead to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod On this episode, Dan starts things off with a recap of Aussies in the NBA, looking at how players like Joe Ingles, Patty Mills, Aron Baynes and Thon Maker have started their NBA season, as well as former NBL stars like Terrance Ferguson…
Read MoreListen to Aussie Hoopla podcast on the links below. iTunes – Spotify – Stitcher – Libsyn – TuneIn On this episode, Dan discusses the negative feedback which came from hoops fans after listening with the latest podcast and talks to Perth Wildcats star Bryce Cotton about his career in the NBA and NBL so far. Bryce Cotton starred for Providence University…
Read MoreEveryone remembers where they were at 2:30 am on August 21st, 2016 when Australia went down horrifically to Spain in the bronze medal Match of the Rio Olympics. The hype train was in full steam after coming second in the group, smashing France and Serbia and coming agonisingly close to downing the USA goliath. So,…
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 |
In 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…
READ MOREMontrezl Harrell has officially committed to the Adelaide 36ers for the remainder of the NBL season. After a week of mounting speculation, Harrell’s agent, Darrell Comer of Tandem Sports & Entertainment, confirmed today that the former NBA Sixth Man of the Year has extended his contract, ensuring he will stay with the 36ers through the end of the season. Since joining the team, Harrell has made an impact both on and off the court. He's averaging 15.7 points on 55.6% shooting, along with 10.3 rebounds…
READ MORENew Perth Wildcats owner Mark Arena joins the podcast to break down the intricate details behind purchasing an NBL team and his vision for the club's future. As a lifelong Wildcats fan and successful tech entrepreneur, Arena shares insights into the business side of sports ownership and how he plans to elevate the Wildcats' brand, both locally and internationally. Visit dunk.com.au for your next set of basketball uniforms. In this episode, listeners will get an exclusive look into what it takes to acquire and manage…
READ MORENBL legend Mark Dalton, who played 17 seasons across five NBL teams, joins host Dan Boyce on the podcast to review the early performances of all ten NBL teams. Together, they explore each team's potential ceiling for the season and discuss the key challenges that could prevent them from reaching their full potential. With a career that included stints with the Canberra Cannons, Sydney Kings, Brisbane Bullets, and Wollongong Hawks, Dalton brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation. His unique perspective highlights…
READ MORENBL legend Mark Dalton, who played 17 seasons across five NBL teams, joins host Dan Boyce on the podcast to review the early performances of all ten NBL teams. Together, they explore each team's potential ceiling for the season and discuss the key challenges that could prevent them from reaching their full potential. With a career that included stints with the Canberra Cannons, Sydney Kings, Brisbane Bullets, and Wollongong Hawks, Dalton brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation. His unique perspective highlights…
READ MORENew Zealand have made a notable addition to their roster for the upcoming NBA preseason games, enlisting the towering presence of 7'6" (2.29m) center Tacko Fall as a guest player. Fall will suit up for the Breakers in three NBLxNBA matchups in early October, where they will face off against the Utah Jazz, Philadelphia 76ers, and Oklahoma City Thunder. The Breakers' tour will kick off against the Jazz on October 5, followed by the 76ers on October 8, and conclude with the Thunder on October…
READ MOREThis week, the NBL Tribunal gave its ruling on New Zealand’s Freddie Gillespie for headbutting Sydney’s Shaun Bruce, issuing a two-game suspension (reduced to one game with an early guilty plea). The verdict follows a long history of inconsistent rulings, an issue that has needed addressing for years. As the league positions itself as a top-tier basketball competition, these inconsistencies not only affect the integrity of the game but also damage the tribunal’s reputation, leading to widespread calls for a complete overhaul. Headbutting, an act…
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