‘Shouldn’t be touched’: Giddey launches to NBL’s defence
As the threat of an unprecedented courtroom battle looms large Australia’s biggest basketball star has dished out a withering assessment of Jared Novelly’s hostile bid to take over the NBL.
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NBL Free Agency Tracker: United re-signs forward as market opens
Melbourne United’s roster rebuild has begun with the signature of a hardworking forward as the chase for Matthew Dellavedova heats up. Track every team’s free agency movements.
NBL war goes global with FIBA complaint
The bitter battle for control of Australian basketball has escalated after Illawarra owner Jared Novelly sent FIBA a letter asking for the league’s billionaire boss Larry Kestelman to be investigated.
Every NBL player’s contract status revealed ahead of free agency
Who remains contracted? Who is open to a new home? Ahead of the NBL’s Free Agency period opening on April 4, CODE Sports can reveal every player’s contract status. Click for details.
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Kings $1m man breaks silence on ‘biggest mistake of my life’
Sydney Kings captain Xavier Cooks has broken his silence on the drug ban that wiped him out of the NBL playoffs – and put his basketball future in jeopardy.
Revealed: NBL’s bid to bring home Giddey, Daniels via the NBA
After securing the New Orleans Pelicans to play down under, the NBL are planning for more NBA star power. MATT LOGUE exclusively reveals that talks are underway to bring Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels home.
Huge money on offer: US system luring the NBL’s best young talent
The USA’s college system is taking note of some of the NBL’s best young talent, and the NCAA’s big money endorsement offering is sparking a reciprocated interest from fan favourites. MATT LOGUE with the exclusive details.
‘All options’: Hawks owner committed to shock NBL civil war
We should only be talking about the Hawks’ epic championship series win, but instead the Illawarra ownership has doubled down on its league takeover push, and are set for a long, drawn out battle.
NBL free agency flood gates open after Cotton’s exit
Five-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton has confirmed he has played his final game for the Perth Wildcats. His exit has opened the free agency flood gates.
‘Going nowhere’: Kestleman fires back at hostile takeover bid
As Illawarra Hawks owner Jared Novelly popped champagne celebrating the Hawks’ second championship, NBL boss Larry Kestelman had a stern message for the club’s American-born backer.
It’s party time in the ‘Gong: Hickey stars as Hawks take out NBL title
Wollongong has entered party mode as the Illawarra Hawks crushed Melbourne United in a game five classic to become NBL champions for the second time in history.
‘This belongs to you’: Classy MVP moment cements Delly’s legacy
After Matthew Dellavedova was named Finals MVP, the United star silenced a booing crowd with a gracious moment that will go down in history – but the NBL won’t officially change the award.
How Melbourne United blew its shot at a dynasty
In an alternate universe, Melbourne United would be celebrating a third NBL championship in four years – but once again have been left to pick up the pieces. Here’s how they blew their chance.
Hawks beat United to claim NBL title!
NBL: Illawarra have clinched a fairytale NBL title and left their coach lost for words with a 114-104 defeat of Melbourne United.
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