At 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 MoreThe last time the Adelaide 36ers were first on the ladder at the end of a round was way back in round one, 2012. This season’s team would hope that their campaign doesn’t end like that as the 2012 Sixers finished last on the ladder. Nearly every NBL expert (and self-proclaimed expert) would have…
Read MoreHere at Aussie Hoopla, we love two things – Australian basketball and trivia about Australian basketball. As the end of 2016 approaches, it is always nice to look back on the events of the past. So, print this page out or read it off your screen and play with your friends to see…
Read MoreThe first round of the NBL begins this week with Basketball fans across Australia chomping at the bite. The same holds true for Spanish basketball fans who this week saw the ACB, the Spanish Basketball League kick off their season. Joe Ingles and Nathan Jawai are two men who play a big part in shaping…
Read MoreSpanish media have reported that Australian Boomers player Joe Ingles “continues to receive offers from the NBA”. It is believed that many teams have remained in contact with Joe since his break-out Olympic performance, but so far have only offered non-guaranteed contracts and invitations to training camps. Ingles clearly wants to play in the NBA,…
Read MoreA press conference to welcome Australian Boomers big man Nathan Jawai to his new team Regal FC Barcelona was held yesterday. Jawai told reporters he is “excited” to be at part of FC Barcelona and he feels that this latest stop on his already impressive resume is one which offering a “great opportunity” for him….
Read MoreAustralia’s brightest basketball talents are littered across various basketball leagues all over Europe. From the sunny beaches of the Canary Islands to frosty port side towns of Poland. Let’s take a look at where the Australia’s best basketball players are plying their trade across the European Continent. Joe Ingles (FC Barcelona Regal – Spain) He was possibly the most talked…
Read MoreSubscribe to Aussie Hoopla on iTunes and listen to our Hyping the Hoopla fortnightly podcast, where we break down all the latest NBL player moves and signings, performances both here and overseas and the important issues which Australian Basketball currently face… The voice of Aussie Hoopla, Dan Boyce and co host Matt Smith, holder of 100…
Read MoreAussie Hoopla International Player of the Week Daniel Kickert Each week the AussieHoopla.com Player of the Week award goes to the Aussie who has had the greatest impact both on the stat sheet and their teams record. This weeks winner is…. Daniel Kickert Hometown: Nunawading, VIC Current Team: PGE Turow (Poland – Polish PLK) Former Teams: St Mary’s…
Read MoreAussie Hoopla International Player of the Week David Andersen Each week the AussieHoopla.com Player of the Week award goes to the Aussie who has had the greatest impact both on the stat sheet and their teams record. This weeks winner is…. David Andersen Hometown: Carlton, VIC Current Team: Montepaschi Siena (Italy – Serie A)…
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20 | 4 | 3 | 64 |
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NBL25: Salary Spend Revealed for Every Team ESPN has compiled detailed salary and spending data for the 2024–25 NBL season, giving fans and analysts a unique look at how teams managed their budgets on the road to a championship. While some clubs leaned into the NBL’s flexible salary rules and pushed their spending past the cap in pursuit of success, others stayed conservative — with three franchises failing to even hit the league's salary floor. Understanding the System The NBL operates under a soft salary…
READ MORENick 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…
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