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Taipans win home NBL opener over 36ers

Taipans win home NBL opener over 36ers

Sam Waardenburg and Rob Edwards have set it up and Kyrin Galloway finished the job for the Cairns Taipans against the Adelaide 36ers.

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver still harbours NBA hopes

Sydney Kings import Cam Oliver says he has grown since he last played in the NBL with the Cairns Taipans some four years ago.

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

Undefeated Hawks and Kings set up NBL blockbuster

The Illawarra Hawks and Sydney Kings have set up a mouth-watering NBL clash with both teams having an unbeaten season's record to defend.

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Adams shines as Kings hold out Wildcats in NBL thriller

Adams shines as Kings hold out Wildcats in NBL thriller

Jaylen Adams and the Sydney Kings have sent out an early NBL message by overcoming the Perth Wildcats 88-87 after a dramatic finale.

Hawks push pace to beat Bullets in NBL

Hawks push pace to beat Bullets in NBL

The Illawarra Hawks shook off a rough second quarter to beat the Brisbane Bullets 113-101 in their NBL clash in Wollongong.

Vickerman uncertain over combining NBL and Boomers jobs

Vickerman uncertain over combining NBL and Boomers jobs

Phil Smyth believes Dean Vickerman is the man to lead the Boomers into the future, but the veteran Melbourne United coach isn't so sure.

United outclass Phoenix in Melbourne NBL derby

United outclass Phoenix in Melbourne NBL derby

Old hands Chris Goulding and Matthew Dellavedova have combined to put South East Melbourne to the sword and deliver Melbourne United another NBL win.

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Smyth's 'genuine Boomers fear', backs Vickerman for job

Smyth's 'genuine Boomers fear', backs Vickerman for job

Smyth's 'genuine Boomers fear', backs Vickerman for job

Smyth's 'genuine Boomers fear', backs Vickerman for job

Four-time Olympic point guard turned Boomers coach Phil Smyth has endorsed current Melbourne United mentor Dean Vickerman to take over as men's national coach.

Goorjian keen for HoopsFest to stay a round-one fixture

Goorjian keen for HoopsFest to stay a round-one fixture

Goorjian keen for HoopsFest to stay a round-one fixture

Goorjian keen for HoopsFest to stay a round-one fixture

The NBL's inaugural HoopsFest was a resounding success, with Sydney Kings coach Brian Goorjian saying it brought 'attention and goodness' to the sport.

Royal revival helps Kings reign supreme over 36ers

Royal revival helps Kings reign supreme over 36ers

Royal revival helps Kings reign supreme over 36ers

Royal revival helps Kings reign supreme over 36ers

The Sydney Kings have come from five points down at three-quarter time to post a 102-94 win over Adelaide at Perth's RAC Arena.

Tough start for Geelong as Fire snare HoopsFest crown

Tough start for Geelong as Fire snare HoopsFest crown

Tough start for Geelong as Fire snare HoopsFest crown

Tough start for Geelong as Fire snare HoopsFest crown

The Townsville Fire have been crowned the WNBL's HoopsFest champions, with new team Geelong enduring a tough tournament.

No panic for Cairns despite worrying round-one fadeout

No panic for Cairns despite worrying round-one fadeout

No panic for Cairns despite worrying round-one fadeout

No panic for Cairns despite worrying round-one fadeout

The Cairns Taipans were blown away in their 102-75 loss to Illawarra in Perth, but coach Adam Forde says his team's problems are a quick fix.

Froling stars as hot Hawks crush Taipans in Perth

Froling stars as hot Hawks crush Taipans in Perth

Froling stars as hot Hawks crush Taipans in Perth

Froling stars as hot Hawks crush Taipans in Perth

Sam Froling has scored 19 points and Darius Days posted 20 points and 12 rebounds as Illawarra started their NBL season with a big win over Cairns.

NZ Breakers make statement to open new NBL era

NZ Breakers make statement to open new NBL era

NZ Breakers make statement to open new NBL era

NZ Breakers make statement to open new NBL era

A new era for a revamped New Zealand Breakers outfit opened with a 91-87 win against the Brisbane Bullets at the NBL's HoopsFest in Perth.

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Wildcats ready to tear into Kings after beating Phoenix

Perth Wildcats are looking forward to tackling star-studded Sydney Kings after their defeat of South East Melbourne Phoenix in their home arena.

Wildcats excite in first up win over Phoenix

Bryce Cotton and Keanu Pinder were explosive as the Perth Wildcats beat the South East Melbourne Phoenix 106-98 at the season-opening NBL HoopsFest.

JackJumpers express fear over hectic pre-season prep

The Tasmania JackJumpers have opened their title defence with a loss, but it is their costly pre-season that is worrying coach Scott Roth the most.

Dellavedova stars as Melbourne beat JackJumpers

Melbourne United have exacted a small slice of revenge for their Championship Series loss to Tasmania, defeating the defending NBL champions 88-79 in Perth.

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Ex-NBA star Carmelo Anthony blown away by NBL's rise

The NBL's HoopsFest is underway in Perth and former NBA star Camelo Anthony has made the trip to Australia to promote the four-day festival.

Melbourne United wise up ahead of grand final re-match

The NBL season begins on Thursday night as Melbourne United attempt to turn the tables on the all-conquering Tasmania JackJumpers in a grand final re-match.

Perth hand NBL coach John Rillie three more years

The Perth Wildcats are going all-in on John Rillie, re-signing their coach for a further three years in a massive show of faith just days out from round one.

Goorjian's Kings the team to beat for NBL title

The Sydney Kings enter the upcoming season boasting the strongest squad in the NBL, but the Wildcats and Melbourne United are expected to pose big threats.

Perth in the box seat to keep NBL's HoopsFest

The NBL's inaugural HoopsFest will be launched this week, with the four-day festival starting with a grand final rematch between Melbourne United and Tasmania.

Harrison shines for unbeaten Bullets at NBL Blitz

Coach Justin Schueller's Brisbane Bullets showed they could be a force to be reckoned with during the upcoming NBL season after going unbeaten in the Blitz.

NBL threatens ejections in crackdown on dirty play

The NBL has warned players will be immediately ejected if they commit dangerous acts on the basketball court this season.

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