This article has been written with full authority to be ridiculed if proven wrong, but with confidence the claims will prevail. We may be just two rounds in, and it may still be anyone’s game… but mark my words, the Perth Wildcats are winning back-to-back titles. In their two matches thus far, they have beaten…
Read MoreMelbourne United have flown to Los Angeles to face with a number of injuries to their squad and has signed former NBA players Quincy Miller and Anthony Brown as replacements. Casey Prather, David Barlow and Sam McDaniel aren’t travelling with the team due to injury and Melbourne has signed two players who will suit up in both NBLxNBA…
Read MoreOwner Larry Kestelman may have brought along a fantastic surfboard, but the NBL has ridden a wave of serendipity to its current state of rude health. While the spectacular fallout from the pro-Hong Kong democracy tweet from the General Manager of the NBA’s Houston Rockets, Daryl Morey – and the indignant response from China –…
Read MoreSunday afternoon’s game at WIN Entertainment Centre was all about eighteen year old LaMelo Ball’s NBL debut, and he lost no followers with a twelve point, eight rebound and four assist effort in 32 minutes of game time. But ultimately, the new-look Queenslanders stole the show in front of a disappointing crowd of just 3677….
Read MoreIn the past Aussie Hoopla has taken an extensive look at the entire list of players who have played in both the NBA and NBL. Names from every decade since the 1980s were present and it included a list of NBL legends like Andrew Gaze, Shane Heal, Lanard Copeland and Rob Rose. But with close to 100 players…
Read MoreTHROWDOWN I is in the bag, and South East Melbourne Phoenix begin their existence in the league sensationally, making it one from one. They have caused a massive upset, defeating the arch-rivals Melbourne United (88-91) by three points in a thriller to kick off what promises to be the biggest NBL season yet in 2019/20….
Read MoreThe wait is almost over, the biggest and most exciting NBL season is just two weeks away! Every club has the hope this year will their year… but there can only be one. 2018/19 is yesteryear, the league is expected to rise another level in 19/20, and with a new club entering the picture, it…
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Nick Horvath joins the podcast to reflect on a one-of-a-kind basketball journey—becoming the only player to ever win a NBL, NZNBL and NCAA championship. Horvath opens up about writing his debut novel Sledge Vs, the highs and lows of his pro career, and what it was really like playing under legends like Mike Krzyzewski and Brian Goorjian. We go deep on the South Dragons’ fiery 2009 Grand Final clash with the Melbourne Tigers, including the now-infamous Game 3 brawl and Chris Anstey’s ejection. Horvath shares…
READ MOREChinese basketball standout Lin Wei is emerging as one of the most intriguing international prospects ahead of the 2025 NBA Draft—and he's already drawing serious interest from NBL heavyweights. The Sydney Kings and Melbourne United are currently leading the race to sign the dynamic guard should he not land on an NBA roster this offseason. Wei, a 191 cm, 85 kg combo guard, recently declared for the 2025 NBA Draft and is viewed as a borderline second-round candidate. While he’s intent on chasing his NBA…
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 MOREWith Adam Caporn taking over as head coach of the Australian Boomers, the national team enters a critical phase in its evolution. A student of both Brian Goorjian and Andrej Lemanis, Caporn intends to build on their foundations, blending their distinct philosophies to create a balanced, adaptable, and high-performing team. In a recent interview with Aussie Hoopla, Caporn outlined his vision for the Boomers, his approach to coaching, and how he plans to shape the roster heading into major tournaments like the 2027 FIBA World…
READ MOREFormer 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…
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