NBL star stood down following assault charges
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
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‘Loves it here’: JackJumpers boss on why Roth is here to stay
Tasmania boss Christine Finnegan has given an insight into fiery JackJumpers coach Scott Roth and why she sees a “common link” to NRL legend Craig Bellamy while addressing rumours the mentor might not see out his contract.
Eyes on LA: Opals set to lock in Brondello on long-term deal
After a year to remember across the WNBA and the Olympics, Sandy Brondello is set to extend her reign leading the Australian Opals, with sights set on Los Angeles in 2028.
United survives as Kings falter in day of drama in Sydney
Melbourne United survived an almighty scare to knock off the Sydney Kings, which comes the same day they released import signing Lamonte Turner before he played a game.
Kestelman on NBL expansion, team ownership, conspiracy theories
In a wide-ranging interview, NBL owner Larry Kestelman has given an insight into where the league is likely to take its expansion next, as well as his ownership of multiple clubs and the ‘MBL’ conspiracy theory.
‘His challenge’: Kestelman’s say on Roth’s running battle with NBL
Tasmania coach Scott Roth continues to have a bone to pick with the NBL and Larry Kestelman. The league’s owner has had his say on the iconic JackJumpers’ coach’s ongoing issues.
Hoops villain who found faith, harnessed fire, beat horror injury curse
A JackJumpers hero who wore his heart on his sleeve and loved to play the villain, a more measured Josh Adams is back from major surgery and back in Australia, this time with God on his side.
Phoenix rising: Inside the NBL’s remarkable run home to the Finals
With eight teams competing for six positions with five regular season rounds remaining and just one win separating first to third, the race to the NBL finals is heating up. We predict who’s in and who’s out.
Day one Dash: What went down on Daniels’ first step to NBA?
He’s the biggest-name teenager in Australian basketball yet to play in an NBL game and, on Dash Daniels’ first official day at Melbourne United, he showed why he’s on a journey to the NBA.
Prather explodes as Bullets beat the Breakers
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.
Game stopped: Proof government must listen on Tassie stadium
The leak that could turn into a tsunami for the JackJumpers, Adelaide 36ers supporters have a new enemy, and is it time to hit the panic button at Melbourne United. MATT LOGUE and MICHAEL RANDALL’s NBL likes and dislikes in this week’s edition of Crosscourt.
Perfect storm: United, Sixers brace for hostile revenge game
Adelaide and United will be on their best behaviour in their first meeting since those ugly crowd scenes in Melbourne but once the ball tips and the hostile 36ers crowd begins heaving, expect fireworks.
Banh mi, Bloons and an NBA dream: What makes Olbrich tick?
NBL young gun Lachlan Olbrich sheds light on his NBA dream, relationship with coach Justin Tatum, why he chose Illawarra over his hometown Adelaide, the best banh mi in the world and the Hawks’ road trip boredom killer.
Is this the final year for … Tomic, Simmons, Gorry, Volkanovski
Father Time, a change of scenery, and injuries – these are the high-profile Australian athletes facing tough decisions in 2025.
Kyrgios, Kerr, Tszyu, Ricciardo: The Aussie athletes on comeback trail in 2025
Self-imposed gap years, injuries, shock setbacks, retirement backflips – these are the Australian athletes and coaches on the comeback to their respective sports in 2025.
Don’t forget the JackJumpers, govt urged amid Tassie’s AFL obsession
With a shiny new AFL toy in Tasmania, the State Government has been urged not to neglect the jewel in their sporting crown, as the JackJumpers’ pursuit of an NBL crowd record exposes a desperate need.
NBA assistant emerges as Boomers coaching contender
Former Sydney Kings head coach Will Weaver who went on to jobs as an assistant in the NBA has emerged as a contender among an ‘impressive’ list of candidates for the vacant Boomers job.
Phoenix ‘one of the best teams in the league’ after Hawks upset
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
Kings star Oliver slams ‘experts’, urged to aim up amid benching
Sydney Kings star Cameron Oliver took to social media to vent his frustration at critics, while coach Brian Goorjian challenged him to aim up after being benched.
‘Look in the mirror’: Inside crisis meeting that reset struggling 36ers
Adelaide eased the pressure with a blowout victory over the third-placed Sydney Kings. Go inside the 36ers pre-game meeting that helped reset the struggling Sixers amid a cloud of turmoil.
Golden hauls, spats, tears: Top 100 sporting moments of 2024
From Australia’s record golden haul at the Paris Games to controversies that split the sporting world – we look back at 100 moments that shaped the sporting calendar.
Tensions exposed as coach-player blow up amid 36ers’ horror slide
The big personalities in Adelaide are wearing thin, players say the coach’s message isn’t getting through amid a blow-up with a star and Montrezl Harrell has clapped back. Crosscourt looks into why there’s never a dull moment with the Adelaide 36ers.
JackJumpers continue historic streak in win over Brisbane
The Tasmania JackJumpers title defence is continuing to gather momentum as the NBL franchise continue to make history. But one part of their game might be of concern.
MVP candidates collide: Master, boom import float elite collab
Kendric Davis was in awe as Bryce Cotton destroyed Adelaide with a 49-point masterclass but it is the Perth legend who is making huge predictions for the young 36ers’ import.
Hallway scuffle erupts in NBL Christmas night thriller
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.
NBL star avoids ejection despite apparent ref push
Breakers star Parker Jackson-Cartwright appeared to shove one of the referees during a tussle but somehow avoided ejection in a fiery finish to his side’s match against the JackJumpers.
NBL’s top 30 ranked and rated: Who has risen and fallen in 2024?
As the NBL’s Summer hit out tips off, MATT LOGUE ranks the top 30 players in the league this season. Who has risen? Who has fallen? Click inside to see who’s made the list.
Bullets’ rise continues as Prather leads charge over struggling 36ers
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.
How the Hawks have flipped the script for NBL Xmas Day rivalry
He’s seen both sides of the rivalry but former Illawarra and now Sydney coach Brian Goorjian says the tables have turned on the big brother narrative surrounding the NBL’s NSW rivals, ahead of their Christmas Day blockbuster.
Lock him in: Davis reveals son’s inspiration as 36ers plot new deal
A trip home to see his three-year-old son for the first time in months helped inspire Kendric Davis’ post-ban explosion — and Adelaide 36ers hierarchy has taken notice.
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