Hallway scuffle erupts in NBL Christmas night thriller
The Sydney Kings’ Christmas night clash with Illawarra Hawks got off to a hot start — and it kept heating up with reports referees had to separate players during a hallway scuffle.
The Sydney Kings’ Christmas night clash with Illawarra Hawks got off to a hot start — and it kept heating up with reports referees had to separate players during a hallway scuffle.
As the NBL’s Summer hit out tips off, MATT LOGUE ranks the top 30 players in the league this season. Who has risen? Who has fallen? Click inside to see who’s made the list.
Another star showing from Casey Prather has led Brisbane into the top six, as the Bullets get the better of a strong Kendric Davis and the 36ers.
JackJumpers coach Scott Roth is in hot water for comments about NBL boss Larry Kestelman after battling with referees in Melbourne, while Rob Lowe is also being looked at after being ejected.
A trip home to see his three-year-old son for the first time in months helped inspire Kendric Davis’ post-ban explosion — and Adelaide 36ers hierarchy has taken notice.
The rise of Dyson Daniels has been nothing short of remarkable: from a diminutive teen, to the most feared Australian in NBA. We take you inside his stunning path to the very top.
Trigger-happy NBA stars have turned the American basketball league into a three-point shootout competition, even Shaq is bored. But has ‘small ball’ made the jump into the NBL?
It was brand new, and yet is was so very familiar. Sacked by Adelaide 36ers in August, Scott Ninnis was back where he belonged, on the sidelines of a basketball court. And his new team came to play.
The Tasmania JackJumpers NBL title defence has suffered a big blow with a star set to be sidelined with an injury which could hamper the club’s playoff hopes.
Injured last month during a stint with the national team, Josh Bannan has watched on as his Brisbane has revived its season. His return is locked in as the Bullets close in on a new signing.
All the NBL wants for Christmas is record crowds, record ratings and all eyes on Aussie hoops. Wishful thinking? Maybe not.
NBA superstar Kevin Durant did not hold back when asked about the planned changes for this year’s All-Star Game festivities.
We got a glimpse at what Giddey could be with greater responsibility, plus our first look at Simmons in a new role. Catch up on all the latest surrounding the Aussies in the NBA … and how they could be impacted by trade season.
No player has scored 40+ points in four consecutive NBL games since 1991. But in SuperCoach NBL, even that can’t save Bryce Cotton. And, that’s because the run home is all about getting two players in — fast.
Illawarra has called for consistency about the use of in-game audio after copping an official warning from the NBL due to coach Justin Tatum ditching his microphone. LIKES AND DISLIKES
Ian Hummer has been introduced as a member of the Tasmania JackJumpers for the first time and he might just emerge as a fan favourite in a short time. Here’s why.
Sydney has launched an incredible fourth quarter comeback to knock off Brisbane and keep its top-two hopes alive in a Sunday afternoon NBL thriller. Get the latest news and results from NBL round 12 here.
Melbourne’s big man Rob Loe is in career best form and is about to play his 200th NBL game. It would be hard to believe that he officially retired 18 months ago.
Geelong United has gone 0-2 in its series with Sydney, after an early deficit proved a stretch too far for the new franchise to close in the final minutes of a heated contest.
Adelaide’s Montrezl Harrell considered quitting the NBL in the wake of the ugly fan brawl that led to his hefty ban. But he’s back – as brash as ever – and has vowed to maintain the rage.
LeBron James appears to be searching for answers as he steps away from the Lakers amid a worrying decline and swirling trade rumours.
A Tasmania JackJumpers import has spoken for the first time since shifting into a role he is playing for the first time in his career. Here’s what he had to say.
Geelong United has broken its road drought in dramatic overtime fashion, as it now looks to win a third game in seven days against a club who crushed them just two weeks ago.
The school championships threw up plenty of shocks, surprises and super finishes – but among all the excitement, these 20 athletes stood tall above the rest. Find out who made the list.
In the midst of the franchise sale, Adelaide Lightning have parted ways with its head coach Nat Hurst and as MICHAEL RANDALL reports, she’s ready to reunite with her family.
If Harry Froling had been injured during a game or at training, he would have been financially covered. Instead, he was left at rock bottom to fend for himself. He wants that to change – and not just for basketballers.
After some early doubts it’s time to back in the Bullets – while one player is a must-have regardless of the schedule. Here’s how to get your team set for round 12.
As Brian Goorjian prepared to lead the Boomers to history at the Tokyo Olympics, one man was on his mind. A former favourite he’d recruited to the Magic decades prior, fighting the battle of his life.
Perth Wildcats superstar Bryce Cotton’s MVP-calibre form has claimed another victim, while Brisbane pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the season over Melbourne United. CATCH ALL THE ROUND 11 NEWS.
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