Lightning strike out coach despite overtime WNBL win
Adelaide have fired another WNBL coach with Kerryn Mitchell departing the club immediately and Georgia Crouch stepping up as the interim coach.
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Lightning end dramatic 24 hours with loss to Townsville
A dramatic 24 hours for the Adelaide in which coach Kerryn Mitchell was sensationally sacked has ended on a sour note with a comprehensive loss to Townsville.
Why Perth sharpshooter was off target in early rounds
Sharpshooter Amy Atwell admits she struggled in the early rounds of Perth's WNBL season, which will soon get an almighty boost when star signing Han Xu arrives.
Flyers fly high to pile more pain on ‘clumsy’ Flames
The Southside Melbourne Flyers' birthday girl has helped snap a two-game losing streak, also dealing the Sydney Flames their fifth loss in six WNBL games.
McVeigh’s haul not enough for Cairns in Breakers loss
Jack McVeigh has posted another haul of 30-plus points but couldn't prevent Cairns suffering defeat at the hands of the New Zealand Breakers.
Fire roast Capitals to record third triple-digit win
The Townsville Fire have continued their statement start to the WNBL season, downing the UC Capitals to cement top spot on the ladder.
Spirited star helps Bendigo celebrate milestone match
The Bendigo Spirit have held the Perth Lynx to their lowest score in five years, with Izzy Borlase producing another attacking masterclass.
WNBL looks to add new team, increase ties with NBL
The WNBL boss has revealed she wants to grow the league to 10 teams as soon as next season, also declaring a desire to work closer with the NBL on a key issue.
Bulls coach hopeful for quick Giddey injury return
Chicago's in-form Australian point guard Josh Giddey has had his terrific campaign stalled by an ankle injury, but it's hoped he won't be out for long.
Furphy’s All-Star addition a slam dunk: Vince Carter
Dunk king Vince Carter wants Australian Johnny Furphy included in this year's All-Star contest, but the Indiana guard needs to get healthy first.
Prather injured as Bullets blown away by Breakers
Casey Prather limped off with a suspected knee injury as the Bullets were blown away by the Breakers on the Gold Coast in a one-sided Ignite Cup NBL fixture.
Season over for Adelaide Lightning import and young gun
Adelaide Lightning rising star Serena Sundell has been hit with the worst possible injury news, but will be encouraged by the comforting words of a WNBL rival.
Bullets blow as star import ruled out for season
Casey Prather's latest knee injury will sideline the NBL superstar for the rest of the season in a huge blow to the struggling Brisbane Bullets.
‘Swiss Army Knife’ fires Sixers to win over JackJumpers
Adelaide took their foot off the gas in the second half but did enough to register a strong road win over the JackJumpers behind a dominant Zylan Cheatham.
Bullets axe former MVP, promise swift replacement
A title-winning star with Sydney three years ago, Jaylen Adams has been cut by the Brisbane Bullets a day after the club lost Casey Prather to injury.
Glover slaps Taipans in Phoenix’s strong road win
South East Melbourne bounced back to the NBL winners' list as sharpshooter Angus Glover found his range in a convincing road win over last-placed Cairns.
Bullets coach lashes NBL refs after Melbourne loss
Brisbane coach Stu Lash lamented a 36-11 foul count as NBL leaders Melbourne United resisted a late fightback in their narrow win.
Townsville fire up for home fans in Adelaide thrashing
Townsville have outscored Adelaide 56-26 in a dominant second half to post a 34-point win in their first home match of the WNBL season.
Adelaide keep Cairns at bay in NBL overtime thriller
Adelaide have had to dig deep to overcome lowly Cairns, with their 105-101 victory coming in the first extra time played this NBL season.
Visitors fire up to spoil Venom coach’s WNBL milestone
The Fire have finished their five-game road tour to start the WNBL season with another win, seeing off the Geelong Venom after a third-quarter scare.
Triple treat as Hawks soar high on road to recovery
Thanks to a triple threat, the Illawarra Hawks have continued to build some momentum for their NBL championship defence with a 17-point win in Cairns.
Prather keeps cool as Bullets edge out JackJumpers
The JackJumpers have lost another tight home game, Brisbane star Casey Prather the difference with some clutch, final-minute plays.
United bounce back, unpick Phoenix for Throwdown win
A tight contest between the NBL's top two sides was blown open after halftime as Melbourne United broke down South East Melbourne for an 11-point derby win.
Maley stars in late comeback as Lynx beat Flyers
Perth have ended the Southside Melbourne Flyers' chances of winning their third straight match for the first time in more than 600 days in thrilling fashion.
Veteran sees similarities in WNBL and Hollywood epic
Bendigo veteran Kelsey Griffin says the WNBL is more than a competition, while Adelaide's Steph Talbot is focused on helping her side return "to their roots".
Breakers go cold late as 36ers grind out road win
The New Zealand Breakers looked set to take Adelaide's scalp, before a six-minute scoring drought in the final quarter cost the hosts in Christchurch.
Hamilton puts on a show but Phoenix upstage JackJumpers
Bryce Hamilton put on a show in Launceston, but it wasn't enough as the JackJumpers lost a dramatic contest 103-102 to the Phoenix.
Giddey takes honours in Boomers’ NBA duel
Josh Giddey's impressive form continued at Dyson Daniels' expense as the Boomers collided and Chicago beat Atlanta to remain unbeaten this NBA this season.
Wildcats purr after slow start to topple JackJumpers
Perth have overcome a shoddy start to beat the JackJumpers in Hobart, with the hosts battling without captain Will Magnay who left the court injured.
Giddey stuffs stats sheet, powers Bulls’ unbeaten run
Josh Giddey checked out before he could complete a 19th career NBA triple-double but only had his team's dominance to blame as Chicago improved to 4-0.
Age just a number for Fire in WNBL championship quest
Courtney Woods says the age spread shows the depth the Townsville Fire have as they prepare to face the Southside Melbourne Flyers in round three of the WNBL.