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The NBL Roundtable has a new home on Cluch Radio! Our first live edition of the NBL Roundtable on Cluch discusses the impact of Andrew Bogut's retirement, LaMelo & RJ at the NBA Draft, the Next Stars program for 2021 and a look at how each side is placed with tipoff five weeks away. Also being our first program on a new home we, of course, had to have something that knocked us off the air. This time a fire alarm!

The Lions & Gorillas renewed their Grand Final rivalry at Centenary Field, it would be Gerringong who would claim their 20th premiership in a 20-6 victory in wet conditions

The Woodies put on another finals masterclass to throw the 2020 Shute Shield Finals series-wide open!

As part of our continued look at the history of all the clubs that have graced the NBL we dive into the history of the Adelaide 36ers! A club with a rich history of packed houses, rabid fans and memorable moments. 36ers legend Brett Maher & iconic basketball journalist Boti Nagy join Matt McQuade & host Julian Daw for a complete retrospective on the 36ers then and now

With only one round left after this one, the finals are looming large for the Shute Shield clubs. Eastwood can officially clinch a finals birth with a win here while for the Rats they need a bonus-point win and other results to go their way to be any chance after a difficult season.

Gordon's unbeaten season came to an end in the Battle of the North and now have their season-long stay at the top of the table under threat. Uni have lost their last two in a row and after being touched up on their home patch last week finals football is anything but certain for the premiers. Robbie Feldmann & newcomer Connor O'Doherty are at Chatswood Oval for a massive clash three weeks out from the finals.

Robbie Feldmann & newcomer Connor O'Doherty are onsite at Chatswood Oval ahead of Gordon vs Uni in Round 11 of the Shute Shield

Liam Santamaria from NBL Overtime & The Daily Telegraph's Matt Logue join Julian Daw & Matt McQuade for a chat on the latest surrounding the NBL 2021 start date, hub locations, LaMelo Ball's NBA Draft prospects, how the rosters are shaping up and some way too early NBL 21 predictions

Without question, this is the biggest match of 2020 thus far as the unbeaten Gordon host 2nd placed Norths in the local derby at Chatswood Oval. This may very well be the biggest Battle of the North since the 1998 Grand Final meeting as Gordon look to inch closer to a perfect regular season. But Norths do have experienced heads in the lineup who have been there in big games in recent years, for this Gordon side though this is new territory. Julian Daw & Tom Coolican are on the call.

Julian Daw & Tom Coolican are joined by SRU Chairman Phillip Parsons & Murray Harley from C2K Rugby Academy in Queensland.

He's the most successful coach in NBL history, and he's back to take the Hawks from the bottom of the table to NBL glory. Before he steps on the floor as head coach of the Hawks, Brian Goorjian sits down with Matt McQuade & Julian Daw to discuss his legendary career. From playing at the Melbourne Tigers to his coaching stints at the Eastside Melbourne Spectres, South East Melbourne Magic, Victoria Titans, Sydney Kings, South Dragons and a decade in China before returning to Australia this year. This is Goorj in his own words...

After a massive win in the derby last week against Warringah all but ending the Rats finals hopes, Manly come to TG with their Marlin fins flying high. But if Manly are to feature in the finals they must win against bogey side Eastwood. The Woodies themselves were pipped at the post last week by Norths and will be seeking to wreck yet another season for Manly with a win here. Julian Daw & Tom Coolican on the call

Gordon is the only team left unbeaten in 2020 and are playing some outstanding footy. Southern Districts are on the slide after copping a thrashing at home last week at the hands of Easts. Southos are more than capable of beating anyone on their day but is Gordon at Chatswood a bridge too far for the Rebels? Robbie Feldmann & Andrew Swain are onsite at Chatswood for the call

Julian, Brad & Matt pick up where they left off for part 2 of the Sydney Kings retrospective chronicling the three-peat, collapse of the Kings in 2008 & subsequent resurrection, saying goodbye to the Entertainment Centre & moving to Qudos Bank Arena and the arrival of Andrew Bogut.

The Sydney Kings, the purple & gold. The "merger" of the West Sydney Westars and the Sydney Supersonics in October 1987 gave berth to a new glamour club in the NBL. In part one former Sydney Kings Captain Brad Rosen and Matt McQuade join Julian Daw to discuss the period from 1988-1999 that encapsulates the beginning, the move to the Entertainment Centre, the D-Train, Kenny Mac & Three-O Keogh. Sellout crowds, Leon Trimmingham, Hammer Heal, a dramatic rise in popularity and eventually an equally massive fall from grace.

Sydney FC celebrates their historic 5th championship after an extra-time battle at Bankwest Stadium. The commentary team reviews the 2020 Grand Final and look ahead to the 2021 A-League season.

History beckons for Sydney FC & Melbourne City in the 2020 A-League Grand Final. For Sydney, the prize is back-to-back championships, the premiership/championship double & a record-breaking 5th national title. For Melbourne City 10 years to the month they first played as Melbourne Heart, a maiden championship is within reach in their first Grand Final appearance. Julian Daw, Robbie Feldmann & Will Gotsis are your commentary team for the 2020 Grand Final.

Enjoy the countdown to the big night with Julian Daw, Robbie Feldmann & Will Gotsis. Plus special guests BDSFA Chairman Bill Owen, BDSFA Competition Manager Michael Carraro & SWR Sport commentator Jessica Dunne

It was one of the best A-League Grand Finals we've seen. Sydney FC claimed a historic 5th championship and claimed back-to-back titles after an epic extra-time battle with a gallant Melbourne City. Julian Daw, Robbie Feldmann & Will Gotsis were on the call.

Heading into the second half of the 2020 season there is still a bit we don't know about these sides. Is Warringah capable of leapfrogging themselves into the top 6? Are the Rebels a smokey for a home final? This game at Rat Park will go a long way to answering those questions. Robbie Feldmann & Andrew Swain are your commentary team for Design Hub Queensland & The Orchard Hotel

Kiama overcome a gritty Berry side to record a 34-20 win at home

Kiama seeks to reset their premiership defence after a pair of losses with a victory over the winless Berry at the Kiama Showground. Julian Daw & Tim Robinson are on the call

The arch-rivals played out another thrilling contest at TG Millner Field but this time it would be Uni who would walk away with a hard-earned 10 point win. Julian Daw & Tom Coolican on the call for Design Hub Queensland

Sydney FC's form slump has reached alarming levels without a win in their last four matches, they will lift the premiership after this match but Western United will be fancying a turn as the party spoilers having won five of their last six. Julian Daw & Jessica Dunne are on hand for our final call of the A-League season. Includes the premiership plate presentation to Sydney FC.

The Stags are soaring and daring to dream big, but premierships aren't handed out after Round 4. A win at Manly Oval has evaded Gordon since 2008, setting that record straight will well and truly stamp their credentials as title fancies in 2020. But the Marlins will themselves be fired up after a shock 29-all draw against Hunter last week.

The Perth Wildcats have made 34 straight playoffs and won 10 championships, but believe it or not, there was a time where the Wildcats were mired in mediocrity. Then the Wildcats brought in Cal Bruton ahead of the 1987 season to turn things around and the rest is history. A history which is retold by Cal to Matt McQuade & Julian Daw in this special look at the Wildcats from 1987 to 1990.

Neither side can make the finals, but both the Wanderers & Victory will be counting on a positive end to the season at Bankwest Stadium. Julian Daw, Jessica Dunne & Eric Subijano are your commentary team

SRU Chairman Phillip Parsons joins Julian Daw for a chat about the Shute Shield season thus far

It's "Back to Wests" day for the Pirates who celebrate 25 years of West Harbour & 120 years of Western Suburbs rugby club. The Pirates have struggled thus far in 2020 but are good for an upset or two on big home days each season. Randwick have turned back the clock with their hot start to the season built on running rugby but if they dare turn their backs on the Pirates trouble could be ahead. Julian Daw & Tom English on commentary

Robbie Feldmann & Andrew Swain are at Woollahra Oval as the 1-2 Easts meet the 2-1 Eastwood in Round 4 action. Both sides had a very busy 2019 with one another highlighted by Eastwood's win in the Qualifying Final. Easts risk falling right behind the pack with a loss here while Eastwood are looking for a statement win on the road.

One of those games that defies belief

Our deep-dive series of NBL history goes all the way back to the start, the first ten years of the National Basketball League. Starting as the National Invitational Basketball League in 1979 the NBL would evolve from playing in barn sheds to arenas as the '80s unfolded. Joining Julian Daw & Matt McQuade are legendary basketball writer Boti Nagy & an icon of the NBL the "Black Pearl" himself Cal Bruton

The Western Sydney Wanderers finals hopes ended Tuesday at Bankwest Stadium as the Perth Glory put three-second goals past the Wanderers to take the points

For the Wanderers & Glory, this represents a shadow elimination final at Bankwest Stadium. Julian Daw, Jessica Dunne & Eric Subijano are on hand for this season-defining clash for Virtual Builders Australia

At halftime it was nil-all. Then the Galloping Greens of old emerged as Randwick's 7's stars led the greens to a running rugby rout of the Two Blues. Andrew Swain & Christy Doran on the call for Virtual Builders Australia

Souths won the game 29-14 but this was one of those days where the score was almost secondary, as the Emus showed great heart and a lot of promise in their return to Nepean Rugby Park. Although on this day Souths were just a little too polished to go 2/2 for the year. Robbie Feldmann & Tom Coolican on the call for Virtual Builders Australia

SWR Sport goes country as we head to the picturesque Kiama Showground on the South Coast. In this Round 2 clash, Warilla outscored 4 tries to 3 but still got the cash over defending premiers Kiama 24-22. Both sides are now 1-1 for the season. Julian Daw on the call for Virtual Builders Australia

The last club to resume their season, Melbourne City looked lethal in their first game back as they breezed past premiers Sydney FC . Julian Daw & Jessica Dunne were on the call for Virtual Builders Australia

Warringah broke through for their first win of 2020 but they had to sweat for it all the way against Easts. Julian Daw with the call for Virtual Builders Australia

The Wicks are 2/2 in 2020 and come into this one on the back of an inspirational win over Warringah. The Two Blues are yet to get off the mark this season but will be hoping a return home to Lidcombe Oval will change their fortunes. Andrew Swain & Christy Doran are on the call for Virtual Builders Australia

The Penrith Emus host their first Shute Shield game at Nepean Rugby Park in two years as the Rebels head west. Souths had a classy first-up win over Eastwood before a Round 2 bye while Penrith ran out of gas against Norths last week. Robbie Feldmann & Tom Coolican are at the home of the Emus for Virtual Builders Australia

Western Sydney scraped over the line against Wellington in a match they had to win to keep their finals hopes alive, but it came at a cost... Julian Daw, Robbie Feldmann & Jessica Dunne are on the call

Julian, Robbie & Jessica wrap up the Wanderers 1-0 win over Wellington

For the Western Sydney Wanderers, this is it, no more chances. After Monday's draw with the Mariners, the Wanderers must win every game left to make the finals. They first take on Wellington who were held to a draw by Adelaide last start and are looking to secure 2nd place. Julian Daw, Robbie Feldmann & Jessica Dunne are on hand for Virtual Builders Australia & Ponds FC

Julian, Robbie & Jess are at Bankwest Stadium ahead of the Wanderers & Wellington clash. We are regaled in this edition by Robbie's NZ football stories

Julian Daw & Matt McQuade are joined by NBL Media's Liam Santamaria to go across the Free Agency roster moves team by team! For Virtual Builders Australia