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‘He was vilified to an extent’: Longley speaks up for Krause, recalls Bulls years in new documentary

‘He was vilified to an extent’: Longley speaks up for Krause, recalls Bulls years in new documentary

A new documentary on Luc Longley allows Australia’s NBA pioneer to reflect on the forced break-up of the Michael Jordan dynasty he was part of a quarter of a century ago at the Chicago Bulls.

  • by Roy Ward

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How four Aussie NBA stars stole the show at a Sandringham training court

How four Aussie NBA stars stole the show at a Sandringham training court

Melbourne United blew the salary cap, at least when it comes to NBA star power, for the opening day of their first training camp on Wednesday.

  • by Roy Ward
‘Stay strong’: the letter from Michael Jordan that gave hoops-mad Ezra a boost

‘Stay strong’: the letter from Michael Jordan that gave hoops-mad Ezra a boost

When a 12-year-old boy is hospitalised with cancer, his favourite sport proves more than just a welcome distraction.

  • by Natasha Sholl
‘Knew them before they were cool’: The NBL has a chance to go mainstream in the US

‘Knew them before they were cool’: The NBL has a chance to go mainstream in the US

The NBL battles to gain larger domestic audiences during summer. Despite that, CEO Jeremy Loeliger is bullish about the chances of expanding the Australian broadcast product in the US.

  • by Roy Ward
‘I’m already training my arse off’: The Aussie NBA champion preparing for World Cup fight

‘I’m already training my arse off’: The Aussie NBA champion preparing for World Cup fight

Matthew Dellavedova will return to Melbourne United with plans to use his second stint in the NBL to make his case to remain in the Boomers team for this year’s FIBA World Cup and the Paris Olympics.

  • by Roy Ward
'Dream come true': Boom times for Giddey, Daniels, but wait on Simmons

'Dream come true': Boom times for Giddey, Daniels, but wait on Simmons

Emerging NBA stars Josh Giddey and Dyson Daniels headline the strongest Boomers squad in Australian basketball history ahead of this year’s FIBA men’s World Cup, while the door is open for a shock return for Ben Simmons should he prove he has overcome a back injury.

  • by Jon Pierik
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Playing basketball between a rock and a hard place can cause bruises
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Playing basketball between a rock and a hard place can cause bruises

In determining the status of transgender player Lexi Rodgers, Basketball Australia could not please everybody. It is the most intractable issue in sport.

  • by Greg Baum
Magic finish to season for Cooks after impressive first start at Wizards

Magic finish to season for Cooks after impressive first start at Wizards

The former Sydney Kings star recorded a maiden double-double after being handed a first start in the NBA.

  • by Jasper Bruce
NBA draftee Luke Travers leaves Perth Wildcats

NBA draftee Luke Travers leaves Perth Wildcats

The Perth Wildcats’ bid to return to their championship-winning ways has suffered a huge blow, with Luke Travers informing the club of his desire to explore his options as a free agent.

  • by Justin Chadwick
Twice as nice: Cooks, Walton jnr guide Sydney Kings to another NBL title

Twice as nice: Cooks, Walton jnr guide Sydney Kings to another NBL title

Bench guard Angus Glover also played a major role in the 77-69 win over the New Zealand Breakers in the series-deciding match in Sydney.

  • by Jasper Bruce
‘Target on our back’: Why Kings’ bid for consecutive crowns is set for fiery finish

‘Target on our back’: Why Kings’ bid for consecutive crowns is set for fiery finish

With firebrand coach Chase Buford prowling the sidelines, the Sydney Kings take on the New Zealand Breakers in a winner-takes-all title decider on Wednesday night.

  • by Iain Payten