Sydney upset Bendigo to keep finals hopes flickering
Unique Thompson has starred for the Sydney Flames as they claimed an unlikely victory against the ladder leading Bendigo Spirit in the WNBL.
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Key play highlights Daniels’ upside ahead of NBA draft
Melbourne United young gun Dash Daniels is starting to exhibit the huge upside that has him rated as a first-round NBA draft prospect.
‘You can do it all’: Opal’s pregnancy call ahead of Cup
Opal Marianna Tolo isn't making comeback plans post-childbirth, despite admitting she could "technically" make a return in time to play in the World Cup.
Fire burn through Lightning to start year on a high
A battered Townsville Fire have re-entered the winners' circle after dismantling the Adelaide Lightning in the WNBL.
36ers survive first-half scare to ward off Bullets
Bryce Cotton burst to life after halftime and Zylan Cheatham flirted with a triple-double as ladder-leading Adelaide scrapped out a win over the Bullets.
Hawks fall to Raptors despite Daniels’ double-double
Dyson Daniels has continued his impressive NBA form for the Atlanta Hawks, but not even a double-double by the Aussie ace could prevent a loss in Toronto.
Bigs fire to keep Hawks’ NBL title defence alive
JaVale McGee and Sam Froling gave another strong showing in their new front-court partnership as Illawarra produced a dominant second half to beat Cairns.
‘Fine line’: Petrik reveals Perth’s prime problem
Perth coach Ryan Petrik has his sights set on WNBL glory, but he first must decide how to use his team of stars to his greatest advantage.
Sixers’ unlikely hero dethrones Kings in tense battle
Flynn Cameron was the star as Adelaide banked their first win over Sydney in three attempts this season, maintaining top spot on the NBL ladder.
Bereft Bullets’ third-quarter nightmare in Perth loss
Perth scored 21 consecutive points to begin the second half as Brisbane's NBL season hit new depths and they copped two more injury concerns.
‘Perspective’ keeps spirited star’s career thriving
Bendigo's Abbey Wehrung has earned the praise of one of the league's top stars, while new Sydney Flames coach Renae Garlepp admits her side must start winning.
Daniels delivers as Hawks end NBA year on happy note
Dyson Daniels has helped his Atlanta Hawks end a seven-game NBA losing streak, earning praise from his coach after they trumped the Timberwolves 126-102.
Star injured as Bendigo claim grand final rematch win
The Townsville Fire will sweat on the fitness of defensive star Lauren Cox after going down to the ladder-leading Bendigo Spirit in the WNBL.
Sobey stars as Phoenix run down wasteful Taipans
Nathan Sobey starred as South East Melbourne ran down Cairns on New Year's Eve to win their first Ignite Cup fixture this season.
Defending NBL champs pip JackJumpers for crucial win
The Illawarra Hawks have avoided a catastrophic loss after Bryce Hamilton's game-tying shot for Tasmania was released a fraction-of-a-second late to count.
Aussie NBA star to miss ‘at least a few weeks’
Leading Australian NBA player Josh Giddey is expected to miss a spate of games with the hamstring injury he suffered in the Chicago Bulls' last game.
‘I’ll win’: McDonald wants long-term Bullets gig
Darryl McDonald wants to remain in charge of the Brisbane Bullets beyond this season, adamant he can right the ship at the long-time NBL strugglers.
Kings ‘easily’ NBL’s best team: Bullets coach
Xavier Cooks and Kendric Davis starred as NBL heavyweights the Sydney Kings scored a comfortable win over the visiting Brisbane Bullets.
Aussie NBA star suffers hamstring injury in big loss
Australian NBA star Josh Giddey has suffered a blow in his All-Star hopes, limping off in Chicago's home defeat to Minnesota with a hamstring injury.
You can be the best: Bullets put faith in ace Harrison
Tyrell Harrison went into beast mode during Brisbane's five-point loss to Melbourne United, and coach Darryl McDonald believes even bigger things are to come.
Harrison heroics not enough as Melbourne beat Bullets
The Brisbane Bullets clawed back from 17 points down to lead in the final quarter, but Melbourne United's cool heads in the dying minutes got them the win.
Mixed fortunes: Aussie NBA stars’ streaks continue
The contrasting fate of Australia's two premier NBA stars rolls on, with Josh Giddey banking a fifth straight win as Dyson Daniels made it five losses in a row.
Phoenix add experienced import in NBL title hunt
Chasing their first NBL championship, high-flying SEM Phoenix have added experienced guard Ian Clark to their roster for the remainder of the season.
Breakers work overtime for crucial NBL victory
The Breakers beat the JackJumpers in overtime to snap a three-game NBL losing streak and ensure they didn't fall well off the pace of sixth-placed Tasmania.
How Lynx coach helped reignite an Olympian’s career
Perth's Anneli Maley's basketball career rebounded when she met coach Ryan Petrik, while Adelaide's Erin Bollmann didn't even expect to make the WNBL.
The team to beat: Why Bendigo have WNBL comp on edge
The Townsville Fire will host Bendigo in a blockbuster top-of-the-table battle on New Year's Eve, but the Perth Lynx are also in the thick of the title fight.
No Christmas cheer for Cairns as 36ers extend NBL lead
Nick Rakocevic has enjoyed his finest hour in the NBL, finishing with 19 points and second top-scorer behind Bryce Cotton in Adelaide's thumping of Cairns.
Giddey stuffs stocking as Bulls pinch win from Hawks
Aussie Josh Giddey has posted another triple-double in Chicago's thrilling come-from-behind road win over Atlanta in the NBA.
Jackies imports fire in upset of United
Tasmania were led by US imports Bryce Hamilton and Tyger Campbell in their surprise NBL thumping of Melbourne United on the road.
Alicia wins the Froling showdown as Fire beat Flames
The battle of the Froling sisters was a highlight as Townsville overcame a 13-point deficit to post a five-point win over the Sydney Flames.
I told him no: How D-Mac became Bullets caretaker
Support is growing for Darryl McDonald to be appointed Brisbane's coach on a full-time basis, with Monday's upset 99-85 win over NZ helping his cause.