NBL History

The NBL Triple-Double Club

With this season’s NBL awards night in only two weeks, Kings ‘Swiss army knife’ Xavier Cooks may have locked up this year’s MVP award after recording the first triple-double for this season and almost guaranteed Sydney’s first-place finish in the regular season. 13,273 roaring fans at Qudos Bank Arena witnessed Cooks’s brilliance as he recorded…

Dan Boyce 0 January 31, 2023 3719 Views

NBL History

The past, present, and future of Chinese Players in the NBL

Basketball in Asia is exploding with 300 million registered players in China, and recent FIBA World Cup games generated viewers between 50-70 million Chinese viewers for national team games. With China’s Zhou Qi and Liu Chuanxing both playing for their China in FIBA competition as well as their NBL teams in Australia, there have been more…

Star Xia 0 August 4, 2022 2651 Views

NBL History

Australia’s Greatest Basketball Associations

Junior basketball development is where it all starts prior to achieving the Australian hoops dream. Playing in the NBL or even better for Australia starts at your local association. When it comes to developing talent however some associations seem to do better than others. Over the years we see more and more rookies enter the…

Dan Boyce 11 April 21, 2021 4754 Views

NBL History

The Greatest NBL Players at Every Age

Over the past few NBL seasons, we’ve seen young talents such as Josh Giddey, Rocco Zikarsky, and LaMelo Ball come up big for their teams at the tender age of 17 and 18 while on the other hand, we’ve been able to marvel at Brad Newley, David Barlow and Daniel Kickert all still contributing to…

Dan Boyce 1 April 11, 2021 4839 Views

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POS	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

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Tommy Greer Steps Down as South East Melbourne Phoenix CEO

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…
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State League Hoops

Financial Collapse of Darwin Salties Likely Shuts the Door on NBL Expansion in NT

The 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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NBL News

Adelaide 36ers Lock in Montrezl Harrell for Rest of NBL Season

Montrezl 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…
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Podcasts

New Wildcats Owner Mark Arena on the NBL Team Sale Process, Financial Upsides of Sports Ownership, and Expanding Basketball’s Reach in Asia

New 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…
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Podcasts

Mark Dalton on what the ceiling is for each NBL team and what’s stopping them from achieving it Copy

NBL 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…
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Podcasts

Mark Dalton on what the ceiling is for each NBL team and what’s stopping them from achieving it

NBL 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…
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NBLxNBA

New Zealand Breakers sign 7’6″ NBA big man Tacko Fall

New 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…
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NBL News

NBL Tribunal Needs Overhaul After a Decade of Inconsistencies

This 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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