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Podcast: Adelaide 36ers Rookies Jack McVeigh and Harry Froling

Head to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod After speaking to Adelaide coach Joey Wright on our last episode about his plans for the 36ers this season which include young rookies Jack McVeigh and Harry Froling we decided to get them both on the show. We talk to both about…

Dan Boyce 0 May 7, 2018 Uncategorized 768 Views

Channel Nine has an NBL sized hole to fill in its summer sports coverage

Channel Nine has been left with an NBL-sized hole to fill as the station loses out in bid for the 2019 Australian Tennis Open, leaving the “Nine wide world of sports” without a single major sport to broadcast next summer. Channel Nine is expected to take up their rights to the Australian Open in…

Dan Boyce 0 May 2, 2018 Uncategorized 417 Views

Kickert shores up Kings frontline

The Sydney Kings’ build-up to the 2018/2019 National Basketball League season has continued with the club announcing today it has signed forward/centre Daniel Kickert to a two-year deal (team option second year). The 34 year old Kickert has played the past two NBL seasons with the Brisbane Bullets and is coming off a solid…

Dan Boyce 0 April 27, 2018 Uncategorized 328 Views

Breaking News: Andrew Bogut signs with Sydney Kings

In what could be the NBL’s biggest coup for next season, the Sydney Kings have secured the services of Australian superstar Andrew Bogut. The club will confirm the announcement at 10am AEST tomorrow morning. This is a major acquisition for Sydney and will have a ripple effect throughout the rest of the Australian basketball…

Dan Boyce 0 April 22, 2018 Uncategorized 436 Views

Cairns Taipans Kuany Kuany talks Sudanese Australian Basketball

Head to iTunes to download this episode on your phone or iPod Cairns Taipans Kuany Kuany worked hard to get playing time this season, but with a season behind him and a strong off-season spent with the Cairns Marlins he is ready to make his mark in 2018-19. In this episode of Aussie Hoopla,…

Dan Boyce 0 April 20, 2018 Uncategorized 812 Views

Matthew Dellavedova returns to action for Milwaukee

Matthew Dellavedova, along with Giannis Antetokounmpo will return to the court for the last regular game of the regular season. Dellvedova has missed the last 29 games due to an ankle injury and hasn’t been able to take the court since February 4th. He will get his final chance to dust of the cobwebs…

Dan Boyce 0 April 12, 2018 Uncategorized 416 Views

Commonwealth Games 2018: Men’s Competition Preview

Today the Commonwealth Games 2018 commences. It is a controversial competition, but here in the land of sports of Australia, it remains welcomed with open arms. Along with this comes the 8 team basketball competition. On the back of a excellent NBL season, this competition provides even more basketball to watch over…

Dan Boyce 0 April 5, 2018 Uncategorized 439 Views

Melbourne United smashes Adelaide 36ers for maiden NBL title

Melbourne United defeated the Adelaide 36ers 100-82 to win their best-of-five series 3-2 and secure their maiden NBL Championship. United’s Chris Goulding was awarded the Larry Sengstock NBL Grand Finals MVP. It was a fitting victory for first-year coach Dean Vickerman, who assumed the head coaching role after a short stint as an…

Dan Boyce 0 March 31, 2018 Uncategorized 442 Views

The Greatest Game 5 Performances In NBL History

There is always pressure in stepping onto an NBL court. The cheering in the stands, family and friends watching and the game in the balance, no NBL games are ever easy. Reaching the NBL Finals is even more daunting. Every win is a step towards reaching the pinnacle of Australian basketball, winning an NBL…

Dan Boyce 0 March 30, 2018 Uncategorized 477 Views

Randle re-signs with Sydney to handle unfinished business

As they look ahead to the club’s 30th Anniversary Season, the Sydney Kings today announced that superstar point guard Jerome ‘The Handle’ Randle will return to the purple and gold for the 2018/2019 National Basketball League season. Signed to a one-year deal in 2017, with a team option on a second season, the Kings have now formally put the new deal in…

Dan Boyce 0 March 29, 2018 Uncategorized 375 Views

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NBL News

2024–25 NBL Salary Breakdown: Cap vs Cash for Every Team

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…
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Podcasts

Nick Horvath on the 2009 Dragons vs Tigers Championship and Becoming the Author of an Action Hero

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…
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NBL News

NBL Teams Eye Chinese Star Lin Wei Amid NBA Draft Buzz

Chinese 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…
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NBL News

NBL Free Agent Tracker

Below 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…
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Australian Boomers

Adam Caporn’s Vision for the Boomers: Merging Goorjian and Lemanis’ Success

With 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…
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Podcasts

Luke Kendall on developing basketball in India, 2006 FIBA World Champs & Sydney’s 2005 NBL Title

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…
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NBL News

Larry Kestelman Says Geelong Deserves an NBL Team But Is Missing a Real Estate Component

The 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…
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NBL History

The Wollongong Hawks’ 2001 NBL Championship: The defining moment of an underdog’s rise

There 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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