‘Make an impact’: Former Wildcats champ plots Perth’s demise
Melbourne forward Kyle Bowen may have already won an NBL championship with semi-final opponent Perth, but says a title in blue would “absolutely” taste sweeter with United.
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Harvey, Kell, fire up for Hawks to overcome hot Phoenix
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.
Goulding hits historic mark as United beat the Wildcats
Chris Goulding had a night to remember, hitting 10 threes to lead Melbourne United to victory against Perth Wildcats in the first game of their NBL semi finals series.
Gus ‘out for blood’ against Hawks despite second dad’s heartbreak
Amid a devastating diagnosis to his ‘second dad’, Angus Glover is plotting the NBL finals demise of his hometown club as he leads his southern raiders into familiar, but hostile territory.
Finding ‘rhythm’ in the world of an Aussie hoops superstar
The chase for NBL title No.4 looms large for Chris Goulding but, as competitive as he is, there’s much more to life for the Australian Boomers Olympic bronze medallist.
Kings and Stars? NBL registers name for Sydney expansion team
The NBL has been deep in conversations over where and when it’s next franchise will be, but a combination of a league bullish about its future direction — and governments dragging the chain, has meant there is still no certainty.
NBL Analysis: What worked and where to from here for the rest?
They’re the ones already planning for NBL26, MATT LOGUE and MICHAEL RANDALL dive into what worked and what failed for the eliminated teams.
The Aussie baller set to take the WNBA by storm
“There’s not many players who can move the way she does. It just runs in her DNA.” Superstar Cairns basketballer Shaneice Swain has dominated the WNBL and threatens to do the same when she arrives in the WNBA.
From Trinidad to NBA: Phoenix star reveals plan for big league
Could rising star Malique Lewis follow Taran Armstrong to the NBA? The rookie forward reveals how his NBL debut season has prepped him for the big league, if he’d return to Melbourne and more.
NBL Analysis: Who is up for the semi final challenge?
NBL25 is well and truly at the pointy end of the season, MATT LOGUE and MICHAEL RANDALL analyse the final four ahead of the first semi final tip off on Thursday night.
Brondello wants gold: Opals lock in top coach for LA charge
Basketball Australia has rewarded Opals coach Sandy Brondello with another four years in the top job and a chance at back-to-back Olympic podiums, MATT LOGUE with the exclusive details.
‘Control freak’: Why United genius is a Boomers coach-in-waiting
He’s the self-confessed “control freak” who just led the Boomers to back-to-back 50-point wins. Rising coaching star Jacob Chance’s focus is now on Melbourne United and masterminding Perth Wildcats NBL semi-final downfall.
Farcical scenes overshadow Boomers’ big Country Vic win
Australia’s young Boomers side may have produced a massive win in Country Victoria, but it was a controversial ejection that stole the show. WATCH THE VIDEO.
NBL clubs’ shock $8m gift after massive JackJumpers’ sale
The sale of Tasmania JackJumpers has delivered a massive bonus for every NBL club with a generous gift on the way from Larry Kestelman and the league. Read all the latest NBL news and rumours in Crosscourt.
Huge growth, $5b short: Minister commits to women’s hoops fix
With over 100,000 more women and girls taking up basketball in Australia since 2022, the federal government has committed to help fix a five billion grassroots participation problem.
Green and gold in his veins: Why Kay is Australia’s Mr Boomer
Whether it’s the Olympics or an off-Broadway qualifier in the Victorian town of Traralgon, Australia’s Mr Boomer, Nick Kay will be giving his all for the Green and Gold writes MICHAEL RANDALL.
‘Not even trying to hide’: Phoenix star poised for shock finals return
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.
Mills on NBL radar as NBA free agent wishlist revealed
Could Patty Mills be lured home? A smart NBL marketing video has sparked speculation as an NBA wishlist emerges. Plus, another Sydney team is on the league’s radar. More in CROSSCOURT.
The step Irving must take to seal Boomers switch
Kyrie Irving is an Olympic gold medal winner and an NBA champion – but what does he need to do to make the switch and play for the Boomers? The ball is in his court, writes Matt Logue.
‘Paint melted’: Inside brutal spray which saved NBL club’s season
South East Melbourne was on the verge of an embarassing straight-sets NBL finals exit. Then, a searing spray flipped their final against Adelaide 36ers on its head. This is what happened behind closed doors.
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