Opals’ basketball World Cup dream ended by Spain
Injury-hit Australia have been knocked out of the women's basketball World Cup, defeated in Berlin by a ruthless Spanish side.
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Travers’ stellar start catches eye of United teammates
Import Josh Oduro has given returning Australian Luke Travers his tick of approval following a statement showing at the pre-season Blitz tournament.
Re-United Travers stars as Melbourne blitz NBL rivals
Melbourne United have sent a warning shot to their NBL rivals by winning the Blitz tournament, despite missing two of their star signings.
Simmons inks NBA return on multi-million dollar deal
Australian guard Ben Simmons will make a long-awaited return to the NBA after signing a one-year deal with the Sacramento Kings.
In-your-face Sixers plot fresh NBL title bid
Trevor Gleeson has reunited with NBL legend Bryce Cotton at the Adelaide 36ers and has a key focus in his bid for another championship.
Whitcomb out, another WNBA star in for Perth Lynx
Star guard Sami Whitcomb ruled herself out of the WNBL season, and the Perth Lynx have been quick to sign a new player.
‘Global talent’ out, but young star answers Opals’ call
The Opals have suffered a blow to their ambitions of another podium at the Basketball World Cup, with a veteran ruled out, but a rising star is set to shine.
WNBL could have Brisbane team as soon as next season
The WNBL's chief operating officer has outlined plans for expansion, with a Brisbane team likely to enter the basketball league as soon as next season.
Multiple NBL winner leaves Sydney Kings for Taipans
Talented wing Jaylin Galloway has signed a one-year deal to join his older brother Kyrin at the NBL's Cairns Taipans.
NBL lays out AFL-like criteria for expansion clubs
NBL Group chief executive David Stevenson has spoken about the league's plans for expansion and clubs' complaints over travel and flights.
Canberra secures new NBL role amid expansion team hopes
Australia's capital hasn't hosted an NBL team since 2003, and momentum is gathering for the competition to reinstall a team in Canberra.
Taipans’ Bolden move as Phoenix add ex-NBA point guard
Jonah Bolden will play for Cairns while cross-town rivals South East Melbourne and United have each announced import signings ahead of the 2026/27 NBL season.
‘All gas’: one-time baton kid chasing Games glory
Eithen Leard has lived his life with a spinal cord deformity and is making the most of his chance on the Commonwealth Games stage.
Chinese WNBL superstar makes big decision on future
Towering centre Han Xu has made a bombshell call on her WNBL destiny ahead of the 2026-2027 season.
NBL’s famous Bradtke surname back in Melbourne
Jensen Bradtke, son of NBL legend Mark, has signed a two-year deal with Melbourne United after beginning his career with the Brisbane Bullets.
‘Just as motivated’: Wagstaff back for 3×3 Games tilt
Basketballer Jesse Wagstaff will return for his third Commonwealth Games and says Australia will face a tough draw in the men's 3x3 competition.
Young gun looking for new NBL home after United split
Dash Daniels will land in new NBL colours after the emerging star's decision to leave Melbourne United after one season.
‘Ambitious competitor’ bolsters Bullets’ NBL finals bid
Former NBA wing Nate Hinton has joined the Brisbane Bullets as new coach Will Weaver eyes a return to the NBL playoffs.
It’s an honour: Cotton pumped for overdue Boomers debut
A bureaucratic technicality cost Bryce Cotton the chance to represent Australia at the 2024 Olympics, but his path to LA 2028 looks promising.
New team, finals format change headline WNBL schedule
A new regular-season structure and finals format has been announced in the schedule for the 2026-2027 WNBL season.
WNBL off-season: Opals star returns home to Victoria
Bendigo Spirit have landed the most significant signing coup of this WNBL off-season, securing the signature of Opals star Jade Melbourne.
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.
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.
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
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
The WNBL and NBL have forecast more double-header fixtures between the two, but will not expand the concept for the 2026/27 seasons.
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
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
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.
‘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
The WNBL's Chief Operations Officer believes clubs will be targeting Asian countries for their star talent after Han Xu's influence last season.