‘Hard moments for me’: Doncic’s title vow after shock of LA trade
Luka Doncic has vowed to lead the LA Lakers to an NBA title and admitted his own shock at being traded away by the Dallas Mavericks.
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‘Adelaide deserves it’: 36ers star keen for Boomers series at home
Adelaide 36ers star and Boomer Dejan ‘DJ’ Vasiljevic says the basketball-rich city ‘deserves’ to host the upcoming Trans-Tasman series, and nominates to play for the national team following a massive NBL season. See the series details.
The GOAT returns to the WNBL… again
Australia’s basketball GOAT is set to join the WNBL as the league prepares to embark on its new era.
Monsta, ex-Doncic teammate react to ‘wild’ NBA-shaking trade
It’s the trade that left the entire basketball world in shock. Former NBA Sixth Man of the Year Montrezl Harrell and Luka Doncic’s rookie-year teammate Ryan Broekhoff have weighed in.
All-Stars dealt in more NBA trade drama
A day after perhaps the biggest NBA trade of all time, another mega-deal has been done, seeing two All-Stars swap teams.
‘Ruined my life’: Con that rocked Aussie sport
It was the con job that fooled the biggest names in Australian sport and left a trail of destruction so vast its impact is still felt today.
Ranked: Who should really be named SA’s top sporting hero?
We’ve named the top 100 athletes, teams and sporting icons from South Australia. But did we get it right? Rate our full list here.
‘Like a brothel’: Miracle pill saga that killed Aussie sports giant
Tim Johnston had prime ministers, business leaders and sports stars eating out of the palm of his hands. His company collapsed, and destroyed lives along the way, writes MATT LOGUE.
2500 days of 36ers pain, what’s five more?
The long suffering Adelaide 36ers will have to wait five more days to learn their playoff fate, after slipping their chance against the Phoenix on Sunday. LIKES, DISLIKES from Round 19.
Wieskamp caps off Phoenix’s rollercoaster win over 36ers
South East Melbourne Phoenix import Joe Wieskamp was the hero in the clutch as his side secured a thrilling win over the Adelaide 36ers in a game which went down to the wire. Recap the action from the round here.
Basketball Australia U20 Nationals Hub: How to watch live, schedules, key info
Gold medal matches have been played and won at the Basketball Australia Under-20 & Ivor Burge National Championships. See how to watch all the REPLAYS from every game here.
Aussie legend dispatched in $5.3m NBA bomb
Aussie basketball icon Patty Mills has been shipped out for the fourth time in 18 months, making a move to a star-studded NBA team.
‘We want him back’: Roth’s verdict on JackJumpers veteran
Tasmania coach Scott Roth is determined to get one of his leaders back for next season after a “career best” year. And the experienced mentor is keen for his side to play “spoilers”.
How Townsville veteran went from never playing to captaining Australia in six months
Six months ago, Townsville veteran Torben Louwen-Skovdam had never sat in a wheelchair. Now he’s preparing to captain Australia in wheelchair basketball at the Invictus Games. Read about his mercurial rise in the sport.
Inside the life of the NBA’s favourite content creator
She’s your ‘favourite NBA players favourite photographer,’ but Cassy Athena’s impact is global. The content queen shares how she built a trailblazing career, that has the likes of Steph Curry calling her up.
‘Need to execute for 40’: United undone by Spirit in 15-minute onslaught
Missed lay-ups and poor conversion at the charity stripe plagued Geelong United in Wednesday’s loss to Bendigo, but another area had coach Chris Lucas’ more immediate attention.
Fans brawl in the stands at basketball game
A college basketball game had to be stopped as a wild brawl broke out in the stands, leaving the commentators stunned.
MAGA Hawk: Trump taps NBL club owner for key posting
The NBL has found itself with a line to the White House after billionaire Illawarra Hawks owner Jared Novelly was tapped for a key role in the Trump administration.
SuperCoach NBL finals: Fast trades, tips for Round 19
There are two rounds left in SuperCoach NBL and trade choices now will decide the fate of thousands of coaches. Here’s who you need in your team.
Adelaide’s final charge continues in brutal clash with Breakers
The Adelaide 36ers push for a playoff spot went up another level with a crucial win against the NZ Breakers in what was a heated clash on Montrezl Harrell’s birthday. Catch up on the latest NBL news.
United run out of fuel against Fire amid foul count spike
Geelong United didn’t have the answers against an in-form Townsville Fire, with one statistic proving particularly costly. Plus, one player’s season is over as it’s announced she’ll undergo surgery.
Block or charge? Ref calls sending NBL into meltdown
Confusion reins over the NBL’s refereeing and review bunker after one of the most controversial calls of the season – and there was one glaring absence in its wake. LIKES AND DISLIKES
NBA dreams: 20 best teens Dash-ing to U20 Nationals glory
The youngest player at the U20 National Championships is a deserving No.1 prospect but who is his nearest challenger? See the top 20 players from an elite pool of potential future Boomers.
How Josh Giddey’s sister helped NBA star bounce back
Hannah Giddey always had young brother Josh’s back during his dramatic rise to NBA superstardom, even when the fruits of that fame soured. Now, she’s a star on the court in her own right and Josh is her biggest fan.
High stakes: Bitter homecoming clashes to shape NBL finals
Still be two weeks away, Melbourne coach Dean Vickerman has foreshadowed a finals-shaping end to the regular season with South East Melbourne — right after a homecoming against United’s grand final vanquishers.
Big injury blows – but talented Vics still U20 title favourites
With the brother of an NBA rising star leading the charge, not even a string of big late outs is enough to stop defending champs Victoria from U20 nationals favouritism. Read the men’s team previews.
Insane double knockout in basketball fight
A high school basketball player is facing police charges after he knocked out an opponent and punched another in wild scenes.
‘Enjoy the hype’: Why Queensland is embracing nationals pressure
An ultra-talented line-up and recent winning pedigree has Queensland primed to attack the Under-20 National Championships. Read the full women’s state-by-state preview.
‘Flattering’: NBA coach Snyder honoured to be in Boomers mix
Atlanta Hawks coach Quin Snyder has addressed being linked to the vacant Boomers gig while reminiscing about a time he came up against Aussie legend Andrew Gaze at college level.
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