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NBL 'March Madness' reaches climax in title decider

NBL 'March Madness' reaches climax in title decider

An unpredictable NBL championship series will be decided in Wollongong on Sunday when the Illawarra Hawks host Melbourne United.

Froling out of NBL decider and into the unknown

Froling out of NBL decider and into the unknown

Froling out of NBL decider and into the unknown

Froling out of NBL decider and into the unknown

Sam Froling will miss the decisive fifth game of the NBL championship series after scans confirmed a long-term achilles tendon issue for the Illawarra big man.

Wildcats veteran Wagstaff signs on for 17th NBL season

Wildcats veteran Wagstaff signs on for 17th NBL season

Wildcats veteran Wagstaff signs on for 17th NBL season

Wildcats veteran Wagstaff signs on for 17th NBL season

Record-setting Perth Wildcats captain Jesse Wagstaff will continue his storied NBL career into a 17th season after inking a fresh one-year contract.

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Hawks worry over injured stars' fitness for NBL decider

Hawks worry over injured stars' fitness for NBL decider

Sam Froling's season looks over but Trey Kell could return from a knee injury when Illawarra host Melbourne United in the NBL championships series decider.

Battered Hawks upset United to force NBL title decider

Battered Hawks upset United to force NBL title decider

The NBL championship series will go to a deciding fifth game after the injury-hit Illawarra Hawks pulled off a remarkable road win over Melbourne United.

Daniels proves a steal as Hawks trounce Hornets

Daniels proves a steal as Hawks trounce Hornets

Dyson Daniels has more NBA steals in a season than anyone since Chris Paul in 2009 and the Australian is forecast to reel him in as Atlanta make a finals push.

The four ingredients in United's recipe for NBL glory

The four ingredients in United's recipe for NBL glory

Five-time NBL champion David Barlow says Melbourne United need four things to secure the title in game four of the championship series.

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Vickerman comfortable with ref call that enraged Hawks

Vickerman comfortable with ref call that enraged Hawks

Vickerman comfortable with ref call that enraged Hawks

Vickerman comfortable with ref call that enraged Hawks

Justin Tatum was frustrated by the referees in game three of the NBL championship series, but his Melbourne United counterpart saw things differently.

Aussie steal: Daniels earns Hall of Fame company

Aussie steal: Daniels earns Hall of Fame company

Aussie steal: Daniels earns Hall of Fame company

Aussie steal: Daniels earns Hall of Fame company

Atlanta guard Dyson Daniels is making history with his defensive exploits, with four steals in a loss to Brooklyn putting the Australian in rare NBA air.

Basketball Australia probing Tatum's spray at NBL refs

Basketball Australia probing Tatum's spray at NBL refs

Basketball Australia probing Tatum's spray at NBL refs

Basketball Australia probing Tatum's spray at NBL refs

Justin Tatum has vented his frustration after match officials opted not to stop game three of the NBL championship series when Trey Kell was injured.

'Unbelievable' Delly puts United in reach of NBL glory

'Unbelievable' Delly puts United in reach of NBL glory

'Unbelievable' Delly puts United in reach of NBL glory

'Unbelievable' Delly puts United in reach of NBL glory

Matthew Dellavedova was immense as Melbourne United posted a six-point defeat of Illawarra in game three of the NBL championship series.

Text message that ignited Kell and Harvey's NBL combo

Text message that ignited Kell and Harvey's NBL combo

Text message that ignited Kell and Harvey's NBL combo

Text message that ignited Kell and Harvey's NBL combo

Trey Kell and Tyler Harvey have been laying plans for a championship series triumph since June 2024, with their dreams now only two wins from becoming reality.

United call on White to step up in championship series

United call on White to step up in championship series

United call on White to step up in championship series

United call on White to step up in championship series

Melbourne United are calling on former NBA player Jack White to step up in game three of the NBL championship series against the Illawarra Hawks.

Doolittle signs as Wildcats' Cotton wait continues

Doolittle signs as Wildcats' Cotton wait continues

Doolittle signs as Wildcats' Cotton wait continues

Doolittle signs as Wildcats' Cotton wait continues

American forward Kristian Doolittle has committed his future to the Perth Wildcats but club legend Bryce Cotton is still yet to announce his plans.

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Kyrie calling: new Boomers coach takes stock

New Boomers coach Adam Caporn says he has a few calls to make as he looks towards a golden future for the Australian men's basketball team.

United's Ili no certainty to return in NBL title battle

Melbourne United guard Shea Ili is under an injury cloud after a head knock during game two of the NBL championship series against the Illawarra Hawks.

Harvey's redemption as Hawks level NBL title series

Tyler Harvey was the hero as the Illawarra Hawks levelled the best-of-five NBL championship series against Melbourne United at 1-1 with a tense road win.

Kings part-owner Bogut joins Goorjian's coaching staff

The Sydney Kings have appointed part-owner Andrew Bogut as an assistant coach under legendary NBL tactician Brian Goorjian for next season.

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United eye home comforts in NBL championship series

Melbourne United have the chance to take an ominous 2-0 lead in the NBL championship series when they host Illawarra at John Cain Arena.

NBA's Pelicans in historic Melbourne pre-season visit

The New Orleans Pelicans will play Melbourne United and South East Melbourne Phoenix in historic NBA pre-season fixtures in the Victorian capital.

Spirited Bendigo sweep Fire to win third WNBL title

League MVP Sami Whitcomb has scored 26 points to help Bendigo Spirit sweep Townsville Fire with a WNBL championship-sealing eight-point victory.

Miami left feeling Giddey as Aussie leads Bulls' charge

Australian superstar Josh Giddey has scored a crucial three-pointer in the dying seconds to lead the Chicago Bulls to a courageous comeback NBA win over Miami.

Hawks coach Tatum plays down NBL referee stoush

Illawarra Hawks coach Justin Tatum says he will have no problem with Vaughan Mayberry refereeing his team again, despite a recent blow-up.

Goulding to the rescue as United stun NBL Hawks at home

Chris Goulding has scored 10 points in the final quarter to lead Melbourne United to an eight-point come-from-behind victory over the Illawarra Hawks.

Melbourne lean on NBA title experience in NBL tilt

An edge in title-winning experience could be a significant factor when Melbourne United do battle with the Illawarra Hawks in the NBL championship series.

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