McCarron: Why basketball has it wrong on Next Star Flowers
Mitch McCarron has praised teen Next Star Trentyn Flowers after a rocky initiation into the world of professional basketball, as the Adelaide 36ers prepare for a Remembrance Day clash.
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There have been a few twists in the career of Craig Moller who, had things gone differently, could’ve been preparing for an AFL pre-season. Instead, he’s the NBL’s comeback story of the year.
GOAT returns but MVP candidate brings boom
After more than 270 days, Lauren Jackson finally made her WNBL return. But it was a Boomers MVP candidate who dominated the cross-town battle.
NBL rankings: Clunky Kings take time as Melbourne clubs surge
Reigning champs Sydney Kings have had a slow start in the ‘Hoops Capital’ as the two Melbourne teams look to separate themselves from the chasing pack.
Indigenous Round a chance to recommit in wake of ‘No’ vote
The NBL and WNBL have partnered in this year’s Indigenous Round, which takes on added significance in the wake of the angst caused by the ‘No’ vote on the Voice to Parliament.
Coach booed, culture questioned, player angst: Perth’s nightmare
The coach is under pressure, the star player is all at sea, the import is struggling and the fans have had enough. Go inside the issues at the Perth Wildcats in this week’s Crosscourt column.
NBL throw the book at Baynes over tunnel blow-up
The NBL have come down hard on Brisbane Bullets star Aron Baynes, with the tribunal handing down a hefty suspension for his role in a heated tunnel blow-up.
Revealed: The 20 Hockey One stars to watch
There’s stacks of talent gathered for Hockey One – but who are the best male and female players? Kookaburras legend Jamie Dwyer picks the top 20.
Finally stable: Is new ‘Bullets Way’ for real?
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Too much Pride: Can anyone stop Hockey One juggernaut?
NSW Pride won both men’s and women’s Hockey One titles in 2022, but teams have reloaded in 2023 to break the Pride’s dominance. Read the full season preview for each Hockey One team here.
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