Less than two years ago, they were being called “the black eye of the league”. Now Oklahoma City has made NBA history after the transformation of a “completely different” Josh Giddey.
Caitlin Clark said she’s had a “whirlwind” week, but she probably didn’t expect an interaction with a reporter to go viral on social media.
The Golden State Warriors dominated the last decade of the NBA but their dynasty is officially over following a brutal sudden death loss.
US President Joe Biden and sport commentators have condemned the pitiful payday of basketball newest superstar that’s exposed a “jarring” gap.
The NBA playoffs are officially locked as plenty of chaos on the final day led to a number of teams sliding in and out of the play-in tournament.
Liz Cambage has been widely slammed after footage emerged of her whacking players during a game in China in a petulant display.
Aussie youngster Dyson Daniels has blown the NBA away with a performance that shows his team might be a genuine title contender.
He’s just 16-years-old and has only been playing for two years, but Jongkuch Mach can already look down on NBA star Victor Wembanyama.
The basketball world was left in awe by a college player’s recordbreaking game that even had a Hollywood star losing his mind.
Australia’s Josh Giddey has made some incredible NBA history as his late-season surge continued in a win over the Knicks.
Jeremy Piven effortlessly slipped into his most famous character during a courtside interview at the NBL grand final.
Tasmania’s JackJumpers have won the NBL title in just their third season, upsetting a stacked team to complete their expansion fairytale.
Through a pair of losses that left Melbourne on the brink of grand final defeat, United lost its cool and struggled in big moments. A noticeable shift has them on the brink of glory.
Tributes have flowed after the shock death of South Australian basketball great Greg Olbrich during a game overnight.
Josh Giddey has impressed in the NBA for the second day in a row, blowing fans away with a rare and wild circus shot.
A Hail Mary three-pointer from Jack McVeigh with two seconds left saw the Tasmania JackJumpers steal game three from Melbourne United.
Melbourne United stomped the Ants in the NBL grand final opener. It was a lot closer in game two with the Tasmania JackJumpers prevailing 82-77 in Hobart, on Friday night, but not without some final seconds controversy.
A disgraced former NBL champion sexually assaulted a woman so badly that she was hospitalised with life-threatening injuries.
NBA legend Isiah Thomas says he wants Michael Jordan to publicly apologise to him after dragging him in The Last Dance documentary.
The Tasmania JackJumpers are one step away from doing the hardest thing in Australian sport and capping off an incredible fairytale.
Melbourne United have been the NBL’s benchmark, but there is one weakness which has hampered them against the Illawarra Hawks in their semi-final series, and throughout the season, writes MATT LOGUE.
The Illawarra Hawks have kept their hopes of a fairytale NBL championship alive with a thrilling win over title favourites Melbourne United.
While Wildcats key playmaker Bryce Cotton wasn’t firing on Friday night, Keanu Pinder did to help Perth claim the first of the three in the NBL semi-final series.
Josh Giddey’s one weakness has once again been targeted by oppositions in the most disrespectful way possible on an NBA court.
LeBron James has set a new NBA milestone that may never be surpassed, but conceded he was left frustrated on the night.
Shocking footage has captured the moment parents descended on the court at an under-16s girls’ basketball game and began throwing punches.
Just months out from the Olympics, Australia’s basketball captain is without a team to play for.
Just months out from the Olympics, Australia’s basketball team has hit a big hurdle with a veteran player axed by their NBA side.
New Zealand Breakers star Parker Jackson-Cartwright confronted an NBL legend in a heated exchange after the furious star kept his season alive.
The Sydney Kings have been forced to give up their crown, after the back-to-back NBL champions were bundled out of the finals series in a shock loss to the Breakers.
Dallas looked likely to hold off a fast Cleveland finish before Max Strus caught the ball and fired a shot from well inside his own half.
The Sydney Kings’ interest in ex-NBA centre Isaac Humphries will prompt current big man Jordi Hunter to play with a “point to prove” in Wednesday’s sudden-death Play-in qualifier.
Victor Wembanyama has rewritten the NBA record books with an incredibly rare feat that’s proof he is well and truly the real deal.
Superstar Jimmy Butler was among the players ejected after a series of brawls broke out in an NBA game in New Orleans.
Fuelled by inspiration from the heavens, David van der Giessen has become the inaugural winner of NBL SuperCoach. The Brisbane dad explains his pride in honouring his late son Jack.
A handshake drama has exploded into to a scary all-in brawl in footage that has rocked American basketball.
New Zealand bristled at suggestions they merely snuck into the NBL play-in tournament – while more than just a spot in the finals is up for grabs for defending champions the Sydney Kings.
Scottie Pippen was glad to be in Australia and not at the NBA All-Star game and the basketball legend has some strong words after farcical scenes in the US.
Boomer and Houston Rockets big man posted a wild trick shot on Instagram but a telling part of his caption has exposed our Olympic issues.
It is the last round of the season! Whether you are trying to win a grand final or reach the highest ranking you can, these are the players to target.
They’re one of Australia’s favourite national teams but the Boomers are in a “dangerous” spot months out from the Paris Olympics.
The Opals have booked their place at a 10th Olympic Games but the Aussies will have to do it without one of the greatest of all-time.
Australia’s two best basketball prospects went at it with a national title on the line – what happened next caught the attention of NBA scouts.
Kobe Bryant’s wife came prepared with a brutal response as the latest in a long line of athlete statues was unveiled in Los Angeles.
Irish players at the EuroBasket tournament refused to shake the hands of their opponents after an inflammatory pre-game accusation.
It took a clutch three-pointer in the dying stages for Australia to win its opening Olympic qualifier.
The injury to Anthony Lamb has completely shaken up SuperCoach NBL. Find out who to buy, hold and sell in round 19.
It’s finals time at Basketball Australia’s top junior tournament in Ballarat – and there are some great match-ups to savour. Click on the links inside this story to take you through to the action.
A seemingly innocent act by LeBron James has sparked an NBA frenzy as speculation mounts that he could be traded very soon.
Australian NBA star Josh Giddey has spoken to the media and given revealing insights into the recent troubles in his career.
Philadelphia fans came ready to boo, but Ben Simmons and the Brooklyn Nets had the last laugh in NBA action.
The JackJumpers have won back-to-back games for the first time since early December, and in the process poured cold water on the Adelaide 36ers’ hot run of form.
An Aussie basketball legend says it might be only a matter of time before Josh Giddey is moved on in what would be a brutal call.
Ben Simmons made an impressive return to the NBA on Tuesday, but fans hoping to watch him on TV will have to wait a bit longer.
Ben Simmons dazzled the world with a stunning return to the NBA on Tuesday, but fans hoping to watch him on TV will have to wait a bit longer.
It’s time to rage trade! These are the players you should consider buying, holding and selling in your SuperCoach NBL side for round 18.
It’s been a disastrous few years for Ben Simmons in the NBA, but the Aussie star showed he’s still a beast as he finished just short of a triple-double in his return from injury.
Josh Giddey’s OKC Thunder, the top seed in the Western Conference, was no match for the league’s worst team in a shock result.
Aussie basketballer Aron Baynes has found himself in hot water again after a big hit that infuriated a rival team and sparked controversy.
Ben Simmons has barely been sighted since joining the Nets, but he could be the spark they need to mount a playoff run.
The Milwaukee Bucks have stunned the NBA by sacking their coach halfway through the season despite being one of the league’s best teams.
The schedule is crucial over the final few rounds of SuperCoach NBL and our resident gurus The Basketball Blokes have you covered.
American women’s basketball star Caitlin Clark fell hard to the court after a collision with a rival fan who stormed the court.
The lawyer representing the girl who allegedly had a relationship with Josh Giddey has explained why the case against the Aussie was dropped.
After enduring boos and jeers amid a police investigation confirmation has come that the Aussie NBA star has no case to answer.
An NBA game has been postponed after a beloved member of the Golden State Warriors suddenly died, sparking tributes across the league.
More than a decade after she last played for Australia at the Olympics Lauren Jackson has taken a big step on a possible trip to Paris this year.
The SuperCoach NBL finals are looming so it’s time to dive deep into the strategy. The Basketball Blokes give their verdict on round 16.
The best basketballer playing in Australia has shut down any chance of playing for the Boomers in a huge blow to the national team.
The dad of one of the NBA’s biggest stars has masterminded a stunning revival of an Aussie team, and he reckons they can go all the way.
Fans of NBA legend Michael Jordan have caused outrage after a disgusting act towards a widow who was left in distress.
Australian NBA legend Luc Longley stole the show as drama unfolded at the Chicago Bulls’ inaugural Ring of Honour reunion.
Aussie star Josh Giddey had the perfect answer for some NBA trade speculation, stacking the stat sheet against Portland.
There are so many great buys this week it’s hard to narrow them down. The Basketball Blokes give their verdict on a star-studded round 15.
The Adelaide 36ers haven’t won a championship in over two decades, but club great Brett Maher has revealed how the City of Churches regain the mantle quicker than expected.
With several of the biggest stars in SuperCoach NBL under injury clouds, The Basketball Blokes have had to pivot this week to find the best trade options. Check out who they are targeting for round 14.
Josh Giddey enjoyed his best game of the NBA season, starring in the OKC Thunder’s big win over the title favourites in a major statement.
Gary Browne was ejected after a sucker punch on Aron Baynes – and now the NBL has charged the Puerto Rican star with striking.
The Detroit Pistons can breathe a sigh of relief after they finally broke the longest losing streak in NBA history, but not without a nervous moment.
The NBA’s mid-season trade period has kicked off with a blockbuster move that shows one fallen contender is ready to “blow it up”.
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