Olympic medallist and dual WNBA champion eyeing first home title
She’s a dual WNBA champion and Olympic medallist, but at her third WNBL team, Sami Whitcomb is on the hunt for her first national title.
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‘Bold new direction’: Media guru set for WNBL’s top job
A leader in media and entertainment is set to take the reins on the WNBL’s top job, with incoming owners, Robyn Denholm’s Wollemi Capital Group Syndicate and the NBL taking a ‘bold’ approach.
Heal: 59 reasons Cotton should have been a Boomer
Bryce Cotton is the toast of Aussie basketball after a historic NBL scoring outburst that left Boomers legend Shane Heal in awe. But was it what the Boomers were missing in Paris?
Record setters: Cotton explodes, CG43 moves up the all-time ranks
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.
‘Meant to be dead’: Australian sport’s most remarkable comeback
Basketball star Harry Froling isn’t supposed to be alive. The victim of a one-punch attack, he defied the odds and cheated death. Froling tells MATT LOGUE how he’s reclaimed his life after coming desperately close to losing it.
What United learned from ugly scenes in Melbourne
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.
‘He doesn’t back down’: Bryce’s big NBA call on young Boomer
Bryce Cotton reckons a young Boomer who has stepped up his game for the the Wildcats in the absence of the injured four-time NBL MVP has got what it takes to succeed in the NBA.
The NBL star leading a curious off-court double life
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.
Monster ban for unidentified fan involved in ugly NBL melee
Despite remaining unidentified, the NBL has handed out monster bans to the courtside fans involved in an ugly melee involving Adelaide players, while the 36ers accept Harrell, Davis sanctions. Full details inside.
36ers star Montrezl Harrell publicly slams NBL after hefty tribunal ban
Banned Adelaide 36ers player Montrezl Harrell has taken to social media to voice his frustrations and slam the NBL as he and teammate Kendric Davis cop suspensions.
Star hits out over horrific racist abuse as monster ban looms
Basketball Australia’s Integrity Unit is aware of horrific racist abuse hurled at Adelaide star Montrezl Harrell as he waits to learn of a potential ban over last week’s brawl.
NBL boss calls out ‘privileged’ courtside fans amid investigation
Amid the ongoing investigation of round nine’s ugly fan/player altercation, NBL boss Larry Kestelmen has sent a clear but firm message to the ‘privileged’ courtside seated fans.
The $7m basketball investment that turned into a slam dunk
The National Basketball League was on its knees when Larry Kestelman bought a controlling stake a decade ago. Now it is profitable and in rude financial health, and its owner is targeting further growth.
Huge gamble that turned broken Aussie brand into $300m giant
When Larry Kestelman took the biggest risk of his career, the NBL was a broken brand. A decade later he reflects on the hardworking journey that has turned it into a $300m empire.
United and 36ers to renew heated rivalry at Summer Shootout series
Tension between Melbourne and Adelaide is set to go up a notch this January, with United nominating the 36ers as their Summer Shootout opponent, in their first clash since round nine’s melee.
36ers duo face hefty bans after ‘ugly’ NBL fan brawl
Two Adelaide 36ers’ stars are facing significant suspensions after the NBL completed its review of several ugly incidents in the loss to Melbourne United – one of which involved fans.
Crosscourt Analysis: Every team’s mid-season review
At the half way point of the NBL25 season, MATT LOGUE breaks down each team’s report card so far. Who’s underperforming? Who’s yet to unlock their best? More in Crosscourt.
36ers star at centre of fan brawl teases NBL exit
Adelaide 36ers star Montrezl Harrell has taken to social media to question if he’ll return to Australia after Sunday’s ugly altercation with fans and Melbourne United players and staff.
Revealed: The alleged racial slur at the centre of 36ers’ fan brawl
An alleged racial slur has been revealed to have been at the centre of the brawl between 36ers players and courtside seaters, as the NBL investigates what provoked the ugly scenes.
The Nick Daicos clone who hasn’t played a bad game in three years
If there was an award for consistency among this year’s draft crop, Jagga Smith would claim it with ease. Find out why he’s being compared to some of the AFL’s biggest stars.
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