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Greek Freak awaits: Boomers' Paris path locked in

Greek Freak awaits: Boomers' Paris path locked in

Josh Giddey is relishing the chance to prove himself for the Boomers in a stacked Olympic pool featuring world No.2 Spain and Giannis Antetokounmpo's Greece.

Boomers coach reflects on 'horrible', tough Games calls

Boomers coach reflects on 'horrible', tough Games calls

Boomers coach reflects on 'horrible', tough Games calls

Boomers coach reflects on 'horrible', tough Games calls

Boomers coach Brian Goorjian has explained his decision to leave Matisse Thybulle out of the Paris Olympics side and recall veteran Matthew Dellavedova.

Jackson's 'juggle' and the joy of a fifth Games

Jackson's 'juggle' and the joy of a fifth Games

Jackson's 'juggle' and the joy of a fifth Games

Jackson's 'juggle' and the joy of a fifth Games

Lauren Jackson's historic fifth Olympic appearance, as a mother of two and 12 years after her last, will send joyous ripples through Australia's Olympic team.

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Goorjian backs veteran Mills to deliver Paris fireworks

Goorjian backs veteran Mills to deliver Paris fireworks

Patty Mills has had a low-key build-up for the Paris Olympics, but Boomers coach Brian Goorjian is adamant his veteran point-guard will be up for the fight.

Opals, Jackson complete China rout in Olympics warm-up

Opals, Jackson complete China rout in Olympics warm-up

Amy Atwell and Steph Reid shone as veteran Lauren Jackson produced an outstanding third quarter in the Opals' dominant win over China in Melbourne.

Ingles excited by NBA move as Olympics decision looms

Ingles excited by NBA move as Olympics decision looms

Australian NBA veteran Joe Ingles has joined the Minnesota Timberwolves as he waits on a Boomers selection call for the Paris Olympics.

Tough Paris selection calls loom as Boomers beat China

Tough Paris selection calls loom as Boomers beat China

It's crunch time for the Australian Boomers ahead of the Paris Olympics, with a 17-man squad to be cut to 12 following a warm-up series sweep of China.

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'Fitter than ever': Opals coach warns rivals of Jackson

'Fitter than ever': Opals coach warns rivals of Jackson

'Fitter than ever': Opals coach warns rivals of Jackson

'Fitter than ever': Opals coach warns rivals of Jackson

Australian basketball great Lauren Jackson is still setting new benchmarks at 43 years of age, as she chases an elusive Olympic gold medal in Paris.

Opals, Jackson brush off China in Olympics warm-up

Opals, Jackson brush off China in Olympics warm-up

Opals, Jackson brush off China in Olympics warm-up

Opals, Jackson brush off China in Olympics warm-up

Alice Kunek and Isobel Borlase were outstanding as veteran Lauren Jackson produced a solid display in the Opals' big win over China in Melbourne.

McVeigh boosts Paris hopes in Boomers' win over China

McVeigh boosts Paris hopes in Boomers' win over China

McVeigh boosts Paris hopes in Boomers' win over China

McVeigh boosts Paris hopes in Boomers' win over China

Tasmania JackJumpers star Jack McVeigh has put his hand up for a spot in the Boomers' final squad for the Paris Olympics with a huge performance against China.

NBL expansion on cards as Blitz returns to Gold Coast

NBL expansion on cards as Blitz returns to Gold Coast

NBL expansion on cards as Blitz returns to Gold Coast

NBL expansion on cards as Blitz returns to Gold Coast

The NBL Blitz pre-season tournament is headed back to the Gold Coast in September as league officials consider whether the city should host an expansion team.

Mavs trade Aussie Green to Hornets for GSW star

Mavs trade Aussie Green to Hornets for GSW star

Mavs trade Aussie Green to Hornets for GSW star

Mavs trade Aussie Green to Hornets for GSW star

Boomers star Josh Green has reportedly been traded by Dallas to Charlotte as part of a multi-team deal that will land Klay Thompson at the Mavericks.

Olympic selection on the line for Boomers and Opals

Olympic selection on the line for Boomers and Opals

Olympic selection on the line for Boomers and Opals

Olympic selection on the line for Boomers and Opals

After missing out on Tokyo, Xavier Cooks is one of several Boomers squad members fighting to make the cut for Paris, with selection on the line against China.

NBL recruit Almansa eyes Sarr-like rise to NBA

NBL recruit Almansa eyes Sarr-like rise to NBA

NBL recruit Almansa eyes Sarr-like rise to NBA

NBL recruit Almansa eyes Sarr-like rise to NBA

Highly touted Spanish teenager Izan Almansa hopes a move to the NBL's Perth Wildcats can prove a stepping stone to the NBA, as it did for No.2 pick Alex Sarr.

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Boomers hungry for Paris after sour World Cup showing

Australia's Boomers will play China twice in Melbourne next week as they ramp up preparations for the Olympics, with young gun Josh Giddey leading the way.

Ex-Wildcat Sarr goes second in NBA draft, Furphy slides

French forward Alex Sarr has made NBL history as pick No.2 in the NBA draft, but Australian first-round prospect Johnny Furphy wasn't among the 30 names called.

NBL to run WNBL after Basketball Australia sells

Larry Kestelman and Robyn Denholm will have the majority interest of the WNBL after the 2024-25 season, with Basketball Australia retaining a minority stake.

Christmas Day games return to NBL schedule

The Sydney Kings and NBL champions the Tasmania JackJumpers will host Christmas Day games as festive features of the 2024-25 season schedule.

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NBL's Bullets return to Entertainment Centre home court

The Brisbane Bullets are continuing to make changes this off-season with the announcement of a new home court.

NBL champs Tasmania confirmed for Intercontinental Cup

Scott Roth's NBL champion Tasmania JackJumpers are going global, representing Oceania at the FIBA Intercontinental Cup in Singapore in September.

Boomers shooter Goulding welcomes Olympic roster battle

Chris Goulding is hell-bent on being part of the Boomers' bid for an unprecedented Olympic Games gold medal as the selection deadline for Paris approaches.

Tasmania can be 'mecca' for Australian basketball: Roth

Tasmania can be the "mecca'' for Australian basketball if more courts are built and sub-par facilities refurbished, JackJumpers coach Scott Roth says.

Xavier Cook gives Goorjian, Sydney Kings major boost

Xavier Cooks is chasing more NBL championships with the Sydney Kings after returning to the club on a three-year deal, following a brief stint in the NBA.

Goorjian braces for Boomers cull ahead of Olympics

Boomers coach Brian Goorjian is looking for more than individual talent in Australia's campaign for Olympic gold as he prepares to make his Paris selection.

Lifelong Wildcats fan submits offer to buy NBL club

The Perth Wildcats could be set for their third owner in the space of three years after Mark Arena tabled an offer to buy the NBL powerhouse club.

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