Breakers end NBL slide by beating 36ers
Hugo Besson and Ousmane Dieng have powered the New Zealand Breakers to a nine-point NBL win over Adelaide 36ers, on their home floor.
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Wildcats beat Bullets, extend NBL win run
Perth Wildcats have won four straight NBL games for the first time this season, dominating the Brisbane Bullets in the third quarter for a 95-83 road victory.
JackJumpers ease past Taipans in NBL
The Tasmania JackJumpers have cruised to a 85-69 win over the Taipans in Cairns to put more pressure on the NBL's top four.
Brisbane Bullets take down Breakers in NBL
Jason Cadee and Robert Franks put on a shooting clinic in Hobart, helping the Brisbane Bullets sail past the struggling New Zealand Breakers 92-74 in the NBL.
Bench provides spark for Illawarra NBL win
Illawarra have snatched fourth spot back from Sydney with an impressive 83-77 NBL away win over second-placed South East Melbourne Phoenix.
Kings continue NBL hot streak v Taipans
Xavier Cooks and Jaylen Adams were at their scintillating best once again for the Kings, the hottest team in the NBL, by staving off the Taipans' best efforts.
Bendigo and Sydney spring upsets in WNBL
Celebrations for Perth Lynx and Melbourne Boomers have been cut short after losing to Sydney and Bendigo respectively in WNBL Indigenous round upsets.
Five wins in a row for NBL leaders United
Melbourne United have come up big in the second half to beat the Brisbane Bullets 95-83 to celebrate coach Dean Vickerman's 250-game NBL milestone.
Hosts Opals draw tough FIBA World Cup pool
The Opals will have their work cut out in the FIBA World Cup in Sydney, drawn in a tough pool against France, Canada, Japan, Nigeria and Serbia.
Wildcats given nine-game stretch at home
The Perth Wildcats have slipped to third in the NBL after four losses in their past six games, but they will soon start a stretch of nine straight home matches.
Exum extends Euro Barcelona contract
Dante Exum's short-term deal with Barcelona has been extended until June, ruling out an immediate move back to the NBA for the Boomers ace.
Melbourne Boomers double up in WNBL wins
The Melbourne Boomers have gone a perfect two-from-two in round 12 of the WNBL after a thrilling two point victory over UC Capitals in Canberra.
United down Taipans, build on NBL momentum
Melbourne United have cemented their position on top of the NBL ladder with a comprehensive 89-73 away win over Cairns.
Bullets down hot JackJumpers in NBL
The Brisbane Bullets dominated under the basket to defeat the in-form Tasmania JackJumpers and snap a three-game NBL losing streak
Illawarra stave off gallant 36ers at home
The Illawarra Hawks have improved their home record with a 16-point win over the Adelaide 36ers, as they face a string of away games to end their NBL season.
Taipans end NBL slide, Bullets struggle
The Cairns Taipans' NBL season is still alive with an important 73-69 win at home over Queensland rivals Brisbane.
Melbourne win in disrupted round of WNBL
Melbourne are back in the WNBL winner's circle with a much-needed 85-76 win over Sydney as they continue their push for a finals finish.
Tasmania rain threes in statement NBL win
NBL newcomers Tasmania have equalled an NBL record 22 made three's in an outstanding shooting performance against Illawarra.
Melb United thrash Breakers by 35 in NBL
Melbourne United have put up the highest score of the NBL season in a 108-73 blowout win over the New Zealand Breakers at home.
Coach’s spray helps 36ers to NBL win
The Adelaide 36ers overcame a poor start to beat the Cairns Taipans 82-71 in their NBL clash in Adelaide.
LeBron’s high praise for Giddey NBA rise
Four-time NBA champion LeBron James has heaped high praise on Australian Josh Giddey at the NBA All-Star weekend.
Adams rules as Kings tame Wildcats
Jaylen Adams has continued his blistering NBL form with a 31-point outing as the Sydney Kings edged Perth 98-95 in the NBL.
Phoenix stave off defiant Bullets in NBL
South East Melbourne have bounced back from their NBL derby loss on Thursday to beat the Brisbane Bullets 98-94 at John Cain Arena.
Hawks blow away struggling Taipans in NBL
Illawarra's second half defensive masterclass has seen the Hawks blowout Cairns by 25 points and record yet another win at home over the Taipans.
Breakers edge out Taipans in NBL thriller
They were made to work until the last second, but New Zealand have won their fourth NBL game of the season with an 84-83 victory over Cairns.
Kings edge Bullets in chaotic NBL finish
Jarell Martin's buzzer-beating layup has given the Sydney Kings a thrilling 71-69 win over Brisbane in the NBL.
Giddey adds to triple-double tally in NBA
The accolades keep coming for Australian Josh Giddey after the NBA rookie claimed his second triple-double for Oklahoma City in their loss to Chicago.
Phoenix end JackJumpers’ NBL run at four
South East Melbourne Phoenix have slugged out a tough 83-71 victory over the Tasmania JackJumpers.
Opals coach moves on from Cambage for Cup
Opals coach Sandy Brondello says she won't be attempting to lure Liz Cambage back for the World Cup, but will keep an eye on Lauren Jackson's form.
Townsville Fire douse Flames in WNBL
Townsville have handed the Sydney Uni Flames their fourth straight loss in the WNBL with a dominant 84-63 victory at home.
United down Perth in NBL finals rematch
Melbourne United have recorded a statement 93-87 win at home over NBL championship rivals Perth after holding off a late surge.