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NBL Power Rankings – Week Four

A home cooked meal and a familiar bed will do wonders for a team, with this season’s Cairns Taipans being a textbook example. Their first three games were on the road they were beaten comprehensibly. Fast forward to after round four where they defeated Melbourne comfortably in their opening home game and then took that…

Kyle Abbott 0 November 1, 2016 brisbane bullets, australia, kyle abbott, basketball, power rankings, new zealand breakers, aussie hoopla, cairns taipans, wollongong hawks, adelaide 36ers, sydney kings, perth wildcats, NBL, national basketball league 1031 Views

NBL News

NBL Power Rankings – Week Zero

Only a week to go until the start of one of the most exciting NBL seasons in recent memory. It seems that the talent in the league this season is better than any other year, with an additional import spot, former Australian superstars coming back to the country and a closer gap between teams. …

Kyle Abbott 0 September 29, 2016 cairns taipans, wollongong hawks, adelaide 36ers, sydney kings, perth wildcats, brisbane bullets, NBL, melbourne united, national basketball league, power rankings, australia, basketball, new zealand breakers 1439 Views

Aussies Abroad

David Andersen Italian League (LegaBasket A) Update

Montepaschi Siena hosted Canadian Solar Virtus at PalaEstra on Wednesday May 2 in their home game for the LaegBasket A Series season. Montepaschi led at half time by one point (42-41) but a 10-26 third quarter in Virtus’ favour saw Montepaschi Siena lose the game 69-78. Andersen has really been a force for Montepaschi in…

Dan Boyce 0 May 13, 2012 montepaschi, Solar Virtus, Cumberio Varese David Andersen, LegaBasket, abi Shoes Montegranaro, wollongong hawks, europe 1528 Views

Aussies Abroad

David Andersen continues strong international form

This week former Wollongong Hawk and AIS graduate David Andersen and his Montepaschi Siena hosted twelfth placed Benetton Treviso at PalaEstra on Sunday April 22. Montepaschi showed fine form to win the match 90-67. After leading by 10 points at half time, Montepaschi then kept Benetton to only scoring 12 points and 11 points respectively in…

Dan Boyce 0 April 23, 2012 euroleague, montepaschi siena, houston rockets, new orleans hornets, anita andersen, benetton, montepaschi, wollongong hawks, david andersen 1242 Views

Hoops Analysis, Around the Globe, NBL News

Who is the best point guard in the NBL?

There is no doubt the 2011-2012 season has been the year of the point guard. We talk to some of the biggest names in the NBL to try and find out who is the best point guard in the NBL.

Dan Boyce 0 April 6, 2012 damian martin, NBL, gold coast blaze, andrew bogut, daryl mcdonald, wollongong hawks, glen saville, daryl corletto, new zealand, perth wildcats, breakers, adam gibson, dmac, point guard, dan boyce, guard, 2hard2guard, adris deleon 4563 Views

Podcasts, NBL News

Mat “Soup” Campbell Tribute Podcast

Mat Campbell announced his retirement during the week and fellow bloggers, AndTheFoul.net have put together a tribute podcast celebrating an amazing career. This Podcast is 100% Mat talking to a bunch of people about their favorite Soup moment. AussieHoopla.com jumped on board to share our best wishes and Mat Campbell memory. The podcast finishes with the full retirement press conference. People that shared…

Dan Boyce 0 March 16, 2012 NBL, mat campbell, wollongong hawks, bendigo braves, bendigo 1789 Views

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2	The Reapers	20	4	3	64
3	Crimson Kings	19	4	4	61
4	Wind Slayers	18	2	6	56
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NBL News

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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