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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 14: Kendric Davis of the Kings in action during the round 12 NBL match between Melbourne United and Sydney Kings at John Cain Arena on December 14, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

Overtime heartbreak extends United’s losing run

A clutch Kendric Davis has led the Sydney Kings to an overtime win over Melbourne, extending United’s losing streak to four games.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 12: Flynn Cameron of the 36ers wrestles with Fabijan Krslovic of Melbourne United during the round 12 NBL match between Adelaide 36ers and Melbourne United at Adelaide Entertainment Centre, on December 12, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

‘Rugby’ fears loom over marquee clashes after 36ers-United foul-fest

A controversial foul-fest between the NBL’s top teams has triggered alarm bells that future marquee clashes could be destroyed by over-zealous officiating.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 13: Montrezl Harrell of the 36ers celebrates during the NBL Play-In Qualifier match between Sydney Kings and Adelaide 36ers at Qudos Bank Arena, on February 13, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Bitter NBL break-up: Trez says Sixers deserted him

Former Adelaide 36ers star Montrezl Harrell has revealed all on his controversial departure from the NBL, claiming that his team deserted him amid his suspension.

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A number of NBL imports are at various stages of becoming Australian citizens.

Came to play, want to stay: NBL imports set to join Aussie Bryce

With Bryce Cotton’s Australian citizenship saga finally over, several NBL imports have their sights set on following in his footsteps. Code Sports reveals the men most likely.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 28: Kendric Davis of the Kings looks on during the round two NBL match between Sydney Kings and Cairns Taipans at Qudos Bank Arena, on September 28, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

Beat The Coach: Who replaces Bryce Cotton in NBL fantasy?

For the first time in five weeks Adelaide 36ers and Bryce Cotton play only once this weekend. But hoops expert Mick Randall has a plan for his fantasy team.

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Brian Goorjian's warning for NBL expansion

NBL expansion: Goorj warns not to repeat ‘past mistakes’

The NBL has set out a grand plan to add five more teams to the competition in the coming years, however the league’s most successful coach has delivered a clear warning to HQ.

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Jimmy Fone 9, Oliver Fone 4, Leo Williams 11, Lucy Fone 6, Gus Williams 7 wearing Devils gear. The Tasmania Football Club store in Hobart will open on Wednesday to allow people to stock up on gear ahead of footy colours day. Picture: Nikki Davis-Jones

Opinion: Why Tassie’s had enough of being the support act

When it comes to landing punches, it’s the size of the fight of the dog. With new sports teams looming and rock royalty secured, Tassie’s using that mindset to declare it deserves its rightful place on the big stage.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 07: The 36ers celebrate winning the round 11 NBL match between the Perth Wildcats and Adelaide 36ers at RAC Arena, on December 07, 2025, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

‘Angry Bryce’ and the anatomy of NBL’s greatest modern comeback

Bryce Cotton’s emotional Perth homecoming was about to end in tears. Not on the legendary Wildcat-turned-36er’s watch. Matt Logue goes inside Adelaide’s wild comeback in the west.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 20: Akech Aliir of the Phoenix shoots during the round 10 NBL match between Brisbane Bullets and South East Melbourne Phoenix at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, on November 20, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

NBL forward suspended after positive drug test

South East Melbourne Phoenix forward Akech Aliir, the younger brother of AFL star Aliir Aliir, has been suspended after testing positive to cannabis.

Illawarra's championship defence is in tatters.

Horror Hawks: Why champs are teetering on brink

Labelled “close to” their worst performance of the season by Justin Tatum, Illawarra’s title defence is hanging in the balance. In CROSSCOURT, Hawks legend Glen Saville reveals the pressure the Hawks are facing.

PERTH, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 07: Bryce Cotton of the 36ers celebrates with team mates after winning the round 11 NBL match between the Perth Wildcats and Adelaide 36ers at RAC Arena, on December 07, 2025, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

‘Top of the list’: Cotton heaps big praise on 36ers win in Perth return

Bryce Cotton’s return to RAC Arena has ended in dramatic fashion, with the 36ers producing a remarkable final quarter comeback to pip the Wildcats at the death.

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PERTH, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 01: Mark Arena, majority owner of the Wildcats congratulates Bryce Cotton of the Wildcats after scoring 59 points and winning the round 10 NBL match between Perth Wildcats and New Zealand Breakers at RAC Arena, on December 01, 2024, in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

Arena content with ‘difficult’ Cotton decision ahead of Perth rematch

The Perth Wildcats shocked the NBL when they parted ways with Bryce Cotton. But Wildcats boss Mark Arena says while they lost the league’s best player, the team itself is better for the call.

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The Zylan Cheatham story is one of heartbreaking triumph.

‘My only little brother’: Brutal murder behind sports fairytale

Zylan Cheatham says it’s a miracle he made it to 30. The basketball star has lost friends and family to gang violence and jail, his younger brother shot dead.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 23: Milton Doyle of United drives at the basket during the round 10 NBL match between Melbourne United and Perth Wildcats at John Cain Arena on November 23, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

Beat The Coach: Bryce busters are back to dominate NBL fantasy

The NBL is back after a one-week FIBA break and so is Beat The Coach. But hoops expert Mick Randall is passing on the league’s biggest fantasy star. SEE HIS TEAM

Crosscourt's 15 best young NBL stars

NBA hopefuls? The NBL’s 15 most promising young stars

A Mexican gun eyeing the NBA draft, a Kiwi silencing doubters and a teen French sensation – the NBL has no shortage of young stars. See the best here, plus exclusive details on Team USA’s next trip Down Under.

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Aussies cashing in on US NIL deals

Move over AFL, NRL: How Aussie teens are getting rich in the US

Code Sports has lifted the lid on the NIL riches young Australian basketballers are cashing in on, with talent heading to the US college system raking in more than the AFL and NRL’s biggest stars.

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 01: Matthew Dellavedova of the Kings during the round seven NBL match between Brisbane Bullets and Sydney Kings at Brisbane Entertainment Centre, on November 01, 2025, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Hospitalised for a week: Delly’s mystery illness revealed

Sydney Kings’ Matthew Dellavedova has been sidelined with ‘illness’ for the past two games, turns out the champion has been hospitalised for a week. MATT LOGUE with the details.

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Boomers debutant Ben Ayre. Picture: Supplied

Warehouse worker to Boomers: Ayre’s incredible basketball rise

Meet the former Melbourne warehouse worker who paid his own way to an NBL opportunity and is now an Australian Boomer — something only last month he told his coach would never happen.

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Australian basketballers are sick of abuse

‘P****’: The abusive fan that prompted action from rattled star

36ers star Dejan Vasiljevic has copped countless vilifying messages during his career, but one in-person interaction prompted the sharpshooter to act. Now, the code’s governing body is taking action to protect its stars.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 26: Will Magnay of the Jackjumpers drives to the basket during the round six NBL match between Sydney Kings and Tasmania Jackjumpersa at Qudos Bank Arena, on October 26, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

‘Proud of them’: Roth’s strong message to his team

Tasmania JackJumpers coach Scott Roth has sung the praises of his players after they ended a six-game slide on Sunday. He reveals what made him most proud and the man he was pleased to see “finally back in the building”.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 23: Milton Doyle of United drives at the basket during the round 10 NBL match between Melbourne United and Perth Wildcats at John Cain Arena on November 23, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Graham Denholm/Getty Images)

Big names lift United over Perth, Magnay fires Tassie over Kings

Melbourne United’s big names fired when they needed them most against Perth while the Tasmania JackJumpers were inspired by their returning captain against Sydney. See a wrap of Sunday’s NBL action.

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Dean Vickerman head coach of Melbourne United looks on during the round 10 NBL match between Illawarra Hawks and Melbourne United at WIN Entertainment Centre, on November 21, 2025, in Wollongong, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images)

‘Missed opportunity’: NBL leader’s call for united pride push

Melbourne United and coach Dean Vickerman have spoken out on the “missed opportunity” of a rival club’s stance on NBL Pride Round. Find out what the legendary coach and advocate had to say.

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From Melbourne United to Perth Wildcats, it's a homecoming, of sorts, for Jo Lual-Acuil Jr.

Rivals now but old coach will always be ‘basketball dad’

Before Jo Lual-Acuil Jr told Perth he’d agreed to become a Wildcat, he picked up the phone to call his “basketball dad”. Rivals for the first time, the texts have begun.

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Larry Kestelman vs Jared Novelly

Court deals major blow to Hawks’ billionaire’s NBL legal fight

Billionaire Illawarra Hawks owner Jared Novelly’s legal fight against Larry Kestelman’s NBL has taken a big hit in the NSW Supreme Court. MICK RANDALL has the details.

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SPRINGFIELD, MA - SEPTEMBER 09: Allen Iverson reacts during the 2016 Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony at Symphony Hall on September 9, 2016 in Springfield, Massachusetts. Jim Rogash/Getty Images/AFP == FOR NEWSPAPERS, INTERNET, TELCOS & TELEVISION USE ONLY ==

First Allen and KG, now another NBA legend is set for Aussie trip

First Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett, now another NBA Hall of Famer has answered the NBL’s call, with Allen Iverson set for a trip down under to attend Hoops Fest this January.

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LAUNCESTON, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 01: Josh Bannan of the Jackjumpers drives to the basket during the round seven NBL match between Tasmania Jackjumpers and Cairns Taipans at Silverdome, on November 01, 2025, in Launceston, Australia. (Photo by Steve Bell/Getty Images)

Beat The Coach: Can Bryce-less wonders bounce back in NBL fantasy?

A huge overtime-assisted score made Bryce Cotton unbeatable last round. But hoops expert Mick Randall is doubling down on avoiding the 36ers star. See his team for round 10 here.

CAIRNS, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 26: Javon Freeman-Liberty of the Bullets in action during the round two NBL match between Cairns Taipans and Brisbane Bullets at Cairns Convention Centre, on September 26, 2025, in Cairns, Australia. (Photo by Emily Barker/Getty Images)

Bullets’ bombshell move to bring back import, weeks after exit

Javon Freeman-Liberty left Brisbane after just two games but, days after the Bullets lost two imports, they have made the bombshell decision to bring him back.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - NOVEMBER 16: Bryce Cotton of the 36ers during the round nine NBL match between Adelaide 36ers and Cairns Taipans at Adelaide Entertainment Centre, on November 16, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

36ers claim OT thriller against Taipans, Kings thump Hawks

Bryce Cotton was the hero as the Adelaide 36ers claimed a thrilling win over Cairns while a pair of Sydney Kings unsung heroes stood tall in an all-NSW clash. See the latest.

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Kawhi Leonard (NBA), Bryce Cotton (NBL) and Kendrick Nunn (EuroLeague).

‘Run, run, run’: NBL’s ‘entertaining’ pace of play a big coup

A CODE Sports investigation reveals one of the key reasons the NBL is so entertaining – and it may be why top-level talent is choosing Australia’s surging domestic basketball competition.

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Terry Taylor #32 of the Chicago Bulls guards Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second half at United Center on March 1, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Revealed: Bullets land NBA-level import

Brisbane has acted quickly in its search for a replacement for injured superstar Casey Prather, landing an ex-NBA forward.

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