Illawarra led by 10 points at halftime but Melbourne United has shown why they can’t be counted out with a stellar second-half defensive display to take Game 1 in the NBL championship series.
US sports personality Stephen A. Smith has lifted the lid on what made LeBron James confront him on the sidelines during a Lakers game.
It’s been more than 20 years since one of the NBL’s proudest teams has won a grand final, and now they have their chance they won’t let it go.
Trey Kell has fired Illawarra to the NBL Championship Series after thrasing a stunned South East Melbourne Phoenix to set up a decider between the league’s two best teams.
In the debate as the greatest basketballer of all-time, LeBron James has notched another stunning record which is unlikely to ever be broken.
Melbourne United surged into the NBL grand final series after one of the best semi finals ever that stirred memories of another epic effort.
The Dallas Mavericks’ nightmare season has gone from bad to worse after Kyrie Irving went down with what could be a serious injury.
The NBL semi-finals are in do-or-die territory, and there’s one issue an underdog must address if it is to continue to stay alive.
Clear your mid week schedules, we’ve got two epic game three semi finals locked in after Matt Hurt sensationally led the Phoenix charge to secure win over title favourites.
Illawarra has a breakthrough NBL championship in its sights, and they’ve drawn first blood against SEM Phoenix to be closer to breaking that 24-year title drought.
Luka Doncic continues to have his lifestyle scrutinised with the latest revelation about the former Dallas star suggesting he was too focused on “beer and hookah”.
Chris Goulding had a night to remember, hitting 10 threes to lead Melbourne United to victory in the first game of their NBL semi finals series.
Australia’s Josh Giddey has continued his red-hot NBA form, leading his team to victory while a fellow Aussie shattered records.
The greatest shooter in NBA history could be getting passes from a young Aussie star following reports that he has signed with the Warriors.
An NBA and Team USA superstar has clapped back at a theory about the American basketball team that will cut rival nations deep.
Three people have been left injured after a brawl between players and spectators unfolded on a basketball court in South Australia.
South East Melbourne Phoenix’s hopes of an NBL finals boilover are set to receive a significant boost with star guard Derrick Walton Jr on the cusp of a surprise return from injury.
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is expected to miss the remainder of the 2025 regular season after a horror discovery.
Bec Cole has stolen the show at the WNBL Awards night with a risque dress that showed off the star’s ripped physique.
NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving has Australian basketball in a spin with extraordinary moves being made behind the scenes.
South East Melbourne Phoenix has surged into the NBL’s final four after a stunning second half comeback powered by import Matt Hurt. Here’s how they set up a date with the Illawarra Hawks.
One of the NBL’s great careers could come to an end on Sunday. And although he’s out to make sure that happens, even Nathan Sobey wants Jason Cadee and his impact on basketball in Australia to be celebrated.
The basketball legend yelled “we’re getting fired anyway” as he stunned onlookers with a wild rant on a live NBA broadcast.
After getting to work at his new NBA team, the Australian star says he’s ready to put years of frustration and disappointment behind him.
Two days out from a crunch NBL final a former league MVP has been stood down and faces a potential ban for failing a drug test.
With $240m of his original five year deal in the bank Ben Simmons is set for a third NBA team on what’s likely a reduced salary and joining a familiar face.
Just when the NBA trade deadline couldn’t get any crazier, the LA Lakers have backflipped on a mega trade, rescinding the move.
Melbourne United has condemned its bitter rival to a trip west in NBL finals after staging a second-half comeback to win the last Throwdown of the regular season. See the play-in fixtures here.
Ben Simmons is set to join his third NBA team and start a new chapter after reaching a buyout with the Brooklyn Nets.
Aussie basketball star Ben Simmons is on the lookout for a new team and it could result in him winning an unlikely NBA title.
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.
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.
A day after perhaps the biggest NBA trade of all time, another mega-deal has been done, seeing two All-Stars swap teams.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A college basketball game had to be stopped as a wild brawl broke out in the stands, leaving the commentators stunned.
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.
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.
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.
A high school basketball player is facing police charges after he knocked out an opponent and punched another in wild scenes.
Win and stay alive, lose and it’s season over – that’s the equation in SuperCoach NBL round 18, which starts Thursday. Get all your trade tips here.
Melbourne United became the first team in months to clamp Bryce Cotton, prevailing in the west in a result which had huge implications for the NBL table.
Make no mistake, Ben Simmons was worth the hype; a genuine superstar of the NBA with an unbelievable ceiling. In a single moment, everything changed.
Melbourne may be known as the sporting capital, but it was sorely lacking in one department. These two men have changed that.
Finals are here in SuperCoach NBL head-to-head leagues – and there’s an early start to round 17 on Thursday. Get all your trade tips here.
The Brisbane Bullets’ push for the playoffs took another wrong turn on Wednesday when a horrid second quarter resulted in a 112-85 loss against the Perth Wildcats.
Justin Tatum has been courting controversy all season but after another run-in with the NBL referees went at them again in the post-match on Monday.
Cairns Taipans guard Jackson Makoi has been stood down after being arrested and charged by NSW Police over an alleged domestic incident in 2023. CONTENT WARNING
A failed fitness test by an import the Sydney Kings hoped could bolster their flailing season resulted in a match-day axing hours before a loss to their arch rivals.
Casey Prather underlined his status as one of the NBL’s best players as he led an understrength Bullets to a crucial win against the Breakers. Get the latest NBL news from round 15 here.
An Australian Olympic hero has just reached a jaw-dropping milestone in the NBA.
An NBA trade saga has taken an ugly turn, with the Miami Heat confirming it was suspending its own star player after he spoke out.
After a slow start to the season, a Phoenix star is back – in a big way. Here’s how to get your team set up for round 15 before Thursday lockout.
South-East Melbourne Phoenix coach Josh King believes his team can match anyone in the NBL after notching a second consecutive victory against competition leaders Illawarra. NBL LATEST
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
LeBron James appears to be searching for answers as he steps away from the Lakers amid a worrying decline and swirling trade rumours.
Champions will be crowned on what promises to be a huge final day at the BA Schools Championships. Watch three courts LIVE. Click on the links below to go through to the day four action.
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.
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.
Aussie guard Dyson Daniels has claimed a huge NBA award and earned massive plaudits from his Atlanta Hawks teammates.
Kings stars Jaylen Adams and Cam Oliver are racing the clock to be fit for Saturday’s clash against New Zealand, leaving Sydney in a delicate position.
Last week Bryce Cotton was the man of the hour. This week another big name is being traded into all our experts’ teams. See all their moves here.
The biggest star in SuperCoach NBL is smashing records and one of the best picks of the year is back on the trade radar. Here’s how to maximise your score for round 11.
Perth Wildcats star Bryce Cotton has obliterated the NBL record books with a scoring feat for the ages that simply defied belief.
Round ten was one for the books. A Bryce Cotton explosion broke a thirty year record, while United’s Chris Goulding continues to climb the all-time ranks. But an injury scare may spoil his party.
Dyson Daniels’ star continues to soar, with the young Aussie drawing huge praise from one of the best players in NBA history.
Melbourne United coach Dean Vickerman has addressed the ugly scenes at John Cain Arena that dominated NBL headlines through the FIBA break. Here’s what they’ve done in response.
Ben Simmons had one of his best games in years, but that has been largely overlooked after two on-court moments went viral.
On the court New Zealand Breakers’ star import Parker Jackson Cartwright looks to be a potential NBL25 MVP, but off-court he leads a whole other life: one in the world of creative expression.
SuperCoach NBL is back with a bang after a mid-season break, and some huge names are in our experts’ trade plans. See all their moves for round 10 here.
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