The NBL’s lucky stars have finally aligned in the playoffs to have the perfect marketing recipe for success. Perth vs Brisbane, Melbourne vs Sydney. The rivalries are back. What does it mean for the NBL’s marketing heads? It’s all about location, location, location. Big cities, bigger venues, biggest population. Australia’s four major cities will be…
Read MoreWith only six rounds left in the 2017/18 NBL season, it’s starting to get tight at the top. Each team will be fighting for a different reason to finish strong. Whether it be jostling for playoff positions, playing for pride or even playing the spoiler, every team has a reason to play every game at…
Read MoreThe Brisbane Bullets snapped a three-game losing streak over the weekend, however, their starting lineup has been one of the best performing all season.
Read MoreAfter seven rounds, there are definite tiers to the league. In tier one, there is New Zealand and Perth. Daylight precedes tier two of Adelaide, Cairns, Illawarra and Melbourne. Bringing up the rear is tier three of Brisbane and…on second thought, tier four is Sydney’s outright. It’s a mess, and they should be embarrassed. …
Read MoreSo, the Breakers take down the two-time defending champions in a matter of three days and all people can talk about is how the last placed team picked up a point guard. The season may only be a third of the way completed, but it’s time to give New Zealand the respect they deserve, and…
Read MoreAny start to a sporting season can bring about wild speculation and hyperbole, with champions and wooden spooners crowned due to the performance in one game. However, after five rounds the league begins to settle, and trends start to take shape. Was that team headed for glory or was it just hot shooting? Should…
Read MoreIt’s been just over a week since the NBLxNBA experiment concluded, and now that the dust has settled, and the basketball world has normalised, it’s time to look back and see what we learned from the three games. The NBL has Arrived To even gain a single game with the sides from the best…
Read MoreTwo days until the next round tips off and what a first round it was. If the first round is anything to go by the NBL will be just as competitive this season. With Round 1 done this post will guide you through the weekend and who performed, who didn’t and who should be…
Read MoreAt the time of writing there is just over 24 hours to go now until tip off. Many of you will be looking to put the finishing touches on your fantasy side in the lead up to your season. With this in mind this is a quick guide to week one. As this is…
Read MoreEverything you need to know to build your team ahead of the season. The season tips off on 5 October when Melbourne United takes on the Adelaide 36ers at the Titanium Security Arena. So, it’s almost time to start your armchair coaching and reach for glory with the Ladbroke’s NBL Fantasy. It’s bigger…
Read MorePOS | TEAM | W | D | L | PTS |
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21 | 3 | 3 | 66 |
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20 | 4 | 3 | 64 |
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19 | 4 | 4 | 61 |
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18 | 2 | 6 | 56 |
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18 | 2 | 4 | 56 |
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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