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Evergreen NBL star leads Australia's Comm Games charge

Evergreen NBL star leads Australia's Comm Games charge

Leading a team of debutants, Perth Wildcats captain and six-time NBL champion Jesse Wagstaff will make his third Commonwealth Games appearance at age 40.

Kings welcome back championship-winning American

Kings welcome back championship-winning American

Kings welcome back championship-winning American

Kings welcome back championship-winning American

Former NBA forward Torrey Craig is set to return to the Sydney Kings for their NBL championship defence.

GOAT's great expectations for WNBL's newest team

GOAT's great expectations for WNBL's newest team

GOAT's great expectations for WNBL's newest team

GOAT's great expectations for WNBL's newest team

The Tasmania Jewels have been tipped to be competitive from the outset as they prepare to become the WNBL's newest franchise.

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Brunson delivers again as Knicks win NBA title

Brunson delivers again as Knicks win NBA title

Jalen Brunson and the Comeback Knicks have done it again, overcoming Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs to win the NBA title.

Why young Aussie NBA prospect chose Cairns Taipans

Why young Aussie NBA prospect chose Cairns Taipans

Australian NBA prospect Luke Paul says it was an easy decision to sign with the Cairns Taipans, despite the team's recent on-court struggles.

More WNBL and NBL double-headers, but not this season

More WNBL and NBL double-headers, but not this season

The WNBL and NBL have forecast more double-header fixtures between the two, but will not expand the concept for the 2026/27 seasons.

Boom rookie one of two debutants named for Opals

Boom rookie one of two debutants named for Opals

Australian coach Sandy Brondello has named two potential debutants for the Opals clashes with China in July as the team gears up for the Women's World Cup.

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King Kendric continues his NBL reign for two more years

King Kendric continues his NBL reign for two more years

King Kendric continues his NBL reign for two more years

King Kendric continues his NBL reign for two more years

Afte leading the side's charge to the NBL championship, superstar import Kendric Davis has re-signed with the Sydney Kings for two more seasons.

Opal returns to WNBL as Tasmania make statement signing

Opal returns to WNBL as Tasmania make statement signing

Opal returns to WNBL as Tasmania make statement signing

Opal returns to WNBL as Tasmania make statement signing

An Opal mainstay has signed with the Tasmania Jewels ahead of their first season in the WNBL, joining Keely Froling and championship-winner Darcee Garbin.

NBA guard, prospect headline Boomers squad

NBA guard, prospect headline Boomers squad

NBA guard, prospect headline Boomers squad

NBA guard, prospect headline Boomers squad

Alex Condon and Bryce Cotton will make their Australian Boomers debuts alongside NBA guard Tyrese Proctor in Perth at next month's World Cup qualifiers.

Legend leaves door open as Boomers eye medal success

Legend leaves door open as Boomers eye medal success

Legend leaves door open as Boomers eye medal success

Legend leaves door open as Boomers eye medal success

Joe Ingles expects the Boomers to challenge the world's best in Los Angeles as Jock Landale attempts to steer the next generation to an Olympic medal.

Aussie star Dyson Daniels scoops another NBA gong

Aussie star Dyson Daniels scoops another NBA gong

Aussie star Dyson Daniels scoops another NBA gong

Aussie star Dyson Daniels scoops another NBA gong

The records keep tumbling for star Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels in the NBA.

'It's exciting': NBL master coach joins Adelaide 36ers

'It's exciting': NBL master coach joins Adelaide 36ers

'It's exciting': NBL master coach joins Adelaide 36ers

'It's exciting': NBL master coach joins Adelaide 36ers

The Adelaider 36ers have appointed five-time NBL championship winner Trevor Gleeson as coach for the next three seasons.

WNBL eyeing Asian imports for competition's next era

WNBL eyeing Asian imports for competition's next era

WNBL eyeing Asian imports for competition's next era

WNBL eyeing Asian imports for competition's next era

The WNBL's Chief Operations Officer believes clubs will be targeting Asian countries for their star talent after Han Xu's influence last season.

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Breakers lock in World Cup-winning coach for NBL tilt

Canadian national team coach Gordon Herbert, who led Germany to World Cup gold three years ago, has been confirmed as the Breakers' new coach.

'No BS': Boomers legend out to make NBL statement

Melbourne United recruit Joe Ingles has a point to prove as he returns to the NBL as one of the most decorated Australians ever to play in the league.

Wait finally over as NBL legend Cotton joins Boomers

NBL superstar Bryce Cotton has won his long-running citizenship battle and will make his Australian Boomers debut during the World Cup qualifiers.

Whitcomb makes WNBL comeback, Capitals sign Olympian

The Perth Lynx have secured the prized signature of Sami Whitcomb after losing one of their own stars to the UC Capitals.

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Bourne flies in to fan fresh Flames for WNBL campaign

Isabelle Bourne has continued the mass influx of stars into the Sydney Flames, while coach Kennedy Kereama has re-signed with the Bendigo Spirit.

'Heavy heart': Adelaide 36ers coach calls it quits

The Adelaide 36ers are searching for a new coach after Mike Wells quit to return to his native United States.

Jackson named as WNBL leader in league shake-up

The WNBL has announced new leadership roles as it undergoes a restructure, with Australian Olympic legend Lauren Jackson taking a key position.

Vickerman departs as United target Ingles

Melbourne United have confirmed Dean Vickerman's exit as he eyes a move to Asia, while five-time Olympian Joe Ingles is on the NBL club's radar.

Rocci, Ciabattoni sign new deals in WNBL free agency

Opal Maddy Rocci is set to reunite with her former coach Cheryl Chambers after striking a deal with the Geelong Venom in the WNBL free agency period.

Lynx lose masked WNBL hero in huge double blow

Ally Wilson was a star during her two seasons at Perth Lynx, but she is currently chasing her WNBA dream and will play for the Sydney Flames upon her return.

Daniels ejected as Hawks' NBA hopes come crashing down

Atlanta's NBA play-off hopes are over after a historic loss to the New York Knicks, with Aussie guard Dyson Daniels one of two players ejected for fighting.

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