Podcasts about NBL

Pete & Olgun wrap up their Summer League coverage with a deep dive into the remaining roster needs for several NBL teams ahead of NBL26. Plus, Perth preparing to make a big splash by signing a marquee player.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam connects with well known Japanese NBL superfan Kelly (@kuroemonba), to discuss his NBL artwork, his fandom of and interactions with Matthew Dellevedova, and where his NBL allegiances lie ahead of Delly heading to the Sydney Kings.Unwrapped is presented by C2C Sport. Get 10% exclusive discount on your initial order, use code PICKROLL on the checkout page at c2csport.com.au. Valid for custom orders. Contact sales@c2csport.com or call 02 6581 1558 if you need help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fabijan Krslovic joins the podcast to reflect on his NBL journey so far, a 2024 championship run with the Tasmania JackJumpers, and what lies ahead in his new chapter with Melbourne United. Krslovic shares stories from his Boomers debut, his time as a junior alongside Ben Simmons and Dante Exum, and how he's consistently earned his place in the league through grit, defence, and leadership. We also dive into his college days in Montana, his first pro stint in Europe with Phoenix Hagen, and his role in building the JackJumpers' winning culture from day one. Topics include:

Wellington has had a smashing weekend with the All Blacks, 10cc and the NBL semi-final in town - but is the city really on the up? And how much does the city's economy rely on big events? Also, we learnt last week 30,000 Kiwis moved to Australia last year alone. How do we keep our young talent in New Zealand - and can we compete with the attraction of Australia? To answer those questions, WellingtonNZ's head of business growth Jackson Hapeta and Trinity Group director Jeremy Smith (owner of Trinity Hotel, Lulu and others) joined Nick Mills for the Business Panel. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spolupracovník Postoja Michal Novota a redaktor Lukáš Krivošík rozoberajú udalosti posledných dní a týždňov okolo vesmíru, astronómie a kozmonautiky. Dnes sa porozprávajú o novom planetáriu v Prahe. Naproti tomu Bratislava, hlavné mesto Slovenska, stále nemá žiadne Koncom júna boli zverejnené prvé obrázky z nového teleskopu, či presnejšie systému sústavného snímania oblohy, Vera C. Rubin Observatory v Čile. Michal Novota vysvetlí, prečo toto nové observatórium pravdepodobne zmení astronómiu. Poľský a maďarský astronaut spoločne leteli na Medzinárodnú vesmírnu stanicu (ISS) v rámci komerčnej misie Axiom 4. Môžeme rátať v budúcnosti aj so Slovákom na podobnej misii? Spoločnosti SpaceX opäť vybuchla raketa. Avšak opakovane použiteľnú raketu úspešne otestovala spoločnosť Honda. Úspešný cubesat GRBAlpha so slovenskou účasťou zanikol v horných vrstvách atmosféry. Skúmal nebezpečné gama záblesky v hlbinách vesmíru, ktoré by mohli vymazať život na Zemi. Náš prehľad zakončíme prípravou na pristátie človeka na Mesiaci: Blue Moon Lander v NBL a ako bude vyzerať mesačná krajina.

The Wallabies have revealed their squad for their upcoming matches with the British and Irish Lions, and there are some blasts from the past. How will they stack up against the might of the Lions? Red Bull have sacked team principal Christian Horner, what will this do for the rumours swirling about four-time World Champion Verstappen leaving the team?Featured: Sean Maloney, commentator, Stan Sport. Michael Lamonato, motorsport journalist, Fox Sports. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Talking Basketball Show  Season 2 Episode 47  - UK Basketball in serious trouble pt 2 Tune-in for our next episode of SEASON 2!..what could go wrong! Topics: WHAT A MESS !!!!!! FOUR league structures in the UK.... 3 squabbling to be the Top Tier... GBBL, SLB, BCB and the NBL... in the middle of it all, the BBF plays the pied piper.... Heres our take on the absolute disaster called UK BASKETBALL   We've lots of plans in the pipeline so stay tuned! Show History: Following from all the feedback from you amazing listeners, the show has evolved into all things Basketball! Interviews with players coaches and staff speaking about UK basketball, FIBA and NBA topics. IF you like Basketball want to be on the show, drop us a message on our social pages, we'd love to talk with you! DM US DIRECTLY by following our socials today !!!! Social Pages: Instagram + Threads  @talkingbasketballpodcast

Viva Las Vegas! Before Pete & Olgun head to Summer League, they break down the 54 out of 60 games featuring Australian, New Zealand, or NBL talent and reveal who's playing where.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Talking Basketball Show  Season 2 Episode 46  - UK Basketball in serious trouble pt1 Tune-in for our next episode of SEASON 2!..what could go wrong! Topics: WHAT A MESS !!!!!! FOUR league structures in the UK.... 3 squabbling to be the Top Tier... GBBL, SLB, BCB and the NBL... in the middle of it all, the BBF plays the pied piper.... Heres our take on the absolute disaster called UK BASKETBALL   We've lots of plans in the pipeline so stay tuned! Show History: Following from all the feedback from you amazing listeners, the show has evolved into all things Basketball! Interviews with players coaches and staff speaking about UK basketball, FIBA and NBA topics. IF you like Basketball want to be on the show, drop us a message on our social pages, we'd love to talk with you! DM US DIRECTLY by following our socials today !!!! Social Pages: Instagram + Threads  @talkingbasketballpodcast

This week in the Niche Cache we start by previewing a massive weekend for New Zealand Warriors at Mt Smart and reacting to the Blackcaps Test squad to tour Zimbabwe. Then we discuss the NZ Under 19 basketball team's World Cup campaign and NBL finals, plus a wee check in with Sam Mennenga's NBA Summer League mahi. We chat through lots of NRL/NRLW notes such as the Bulldogs first NRLW win with lots of wahine from Aotearoa, Broncos having strong NZ flavour in both teams, Temple Kalepo's debut for Cowboys and more NZ Warriors stuff. It's a busy period for Flying Kiwis transfers so we break down moves for Tyler Bindon, Sarpreet Singh, Elijah Just, Bill Tuiloma and the latest for Auckland FC/Wellington Phoenix in A-Leagues. We finish with Blackcaps T20 notes about Rachin Ravindra and more ahead of their T20 tri-series in Africa. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com(00:00) NZ Warriors (17:26) Blackcaps Test squad(48:19) Mindfulness(55:33) Sean Marks(01:00:24) U19 basketball(01:08:08) NBL finals(01:13:00) NBA summer league(01:18:05) NRL/NRLW(01:48:12) Flying Kiwis transfers(02:09:31) Blackcaps T20

After getting acclimated to the NBL last season, Coach Kop shares his excitement about returning for a second year with a revamped Breakers squad. He discusses building on the foundations of the roster and what’s ahead as the team heads into Summer League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Tall Black Casey Frank joins Chappy and Gello to discuss the rise of NZ hoops, and the final round of the Sal's NBL this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week in the Niche Cache we start with some quick hitters about NZ Warriors wrestling, Club World Cup and Wrexham's tour, the future of Kane Williamson and Steven Adams vs Sean Marks. Then we take a musical interlude and a dose of mindfulness before breaking down the NZ U19 basketball team's first two wins of their World Cup campaign. We roll through the latest NBL action with a spotlight on Southland and Taranaki, then we discuss how NZ Warriors can freshen up their NRL footy now that they are battling injuries. Jordan Riki, Xavier Willison and Josiah Karapani led the Kiwi-NRL Broncos in their win vs Warriors, plus we have a few quick notes ahead of NRLW's team list Tuesday. We break down the Blackcaps T20 squad for a tri-series in Africa and round up some quick domestic cricket notes for each association, then we finish with Ben Waine and Michael Boxall in the Flying Kiwis football department.Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com(00:00) Intro(21:53) Mindfulness(34:34) NZ U19 Basketball(45:40) NBL(52:22) NZ Warriors/Kiwi-NRL(01:36:06) NRLW(01:46:12) Blackcaps/Domestic Cricket(02:17:19) Flying Kiwis football

The final episode of Rogue Bogues is here. Bogut and Pro go out with a bang—covering a wild live NBA Draft, breaking news of Kevin Durant's trade to Houston, and OKC securing the NBA title. They unpack Tyrese Haliburton's injury and what it means for the Pacers next season, Sam Presti's potential move, and who was more entertaining in their prime: Harden or SGA? Plus, a look back at the best and worst moments from 4 incredible years of the pod, NBL updates, and a farewell that hits hard. Thank you for riding with us. One last time. 00:00:26 Intro 00:02:28 NBA Draft 00:09:56 Trades & Contracts 00:28:13 Finals Results 00:39:56 Useful or Useless 00:43:21 Fact or Fake News 01:11:46 Thank You 01:18:52 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

Jack, Pete, Derek and Olgun break down the blockbuster signings of Parker Jackson-Cartwright to the Breakers and Zylan Cheatham to the 36ers, plus who is on the cards to fill the void on the Hawks roster if Lachy Olbrich is drafted to the NBA and could Will McDowell White return to the NBL?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week at the Niche Cache we update Aotearoa dynasties then have a cricketing giggle at Tim Robinson's bowling and Will O'Rourke's batting before entering the basketball realms. We chat through Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones entering the NBA draft, Steven Adams/Kevin Durant, Parker Jackson-Cartwright staying with NZ Breakers, the latest NBL action and New Zealand U19s/Tall Ferns preparing for international tournaments. Then we chat through the NZ Warriors loss vs Penrith Panthers and set up their next game vs Brisbane Broncos, as well as covering Aublix Tawha's debut for Dolphins and NRLWahine in the trials. Wellington Phoenix have signed Vic Esson and goalkeepers lead the Flying Kiwis farmer's market, before we finish with some cricket as NZ-A women started their tour of England and Logan van Beek is in fabulous form. (00:00) NZ sports dynasties(12:05) Tim Robinson/Will O'Rourke(27:15) Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones(32:45) NZ Breakers(35:04) Steven Adams/Kevin Durant(44:22) NBL(51:59) NZ U19/Tall Ferns(01:04:01) Mindfulness(01:07:00) NZ Warriors(01:47:36) Aublix Tawha debut(01:53:43) NRLW(01:57:12) Vic Esson joins Phoenix(02:02:32) Flying Kiwis transfers(02:09:06) NZ-A Women/County ChampionshipPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.com

Basketball superfan, Adam 'Webby' Webster, joins Kaz and Tubes to recap his recent trip to the U.S for the NBL, and to break down the upcoming Tasmania JackJumpers schedule - including the Wednesday night Ignite Cup games, which could give more Tasmanians a chance to snag tickets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Hunter joins the podcast to reflect on his first season with South East Melbourne, his time with the Boomers, and how he's building a voice off the court through podcasting, filmmaking, and comedy. Hunter opens up about navigating the ups and downs of the Phoenix's 2024/25 campaign, how the team evolved under new leadership, and the real impact of Mike Kelly's mid-season departure. We also explore his off-season stint in Puerto Rico, international experience with the Boomers, and his passion for storytelling—both on stage and on screen. Topics include:

The boys have been at a lunch, but they're ready to go with the All Sports Report - including a massive shake up in NBA Owners land. Jack Heverin is in studio to talk about the NBL's big plans for this season, then Topics Brayshaw wants to know when you were on the TV... unusual! Billy's been listening to all the Triple M brekky shows and found some gold, Sydney have some big ins this weekend, and we put Billy's Cockups to music with an Idiot Song. Geelong's Mark Blicavs calls in ahead of Patrick Dangerfield's 350th game, then Billy finishes our week with a joke about a small doodle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam and Jacob discuss the major free agency moves from around the NBL since the earth shattering Bryce Cotton announcement.If you'd like to support the show through advertising, contact us at partnerships@pickandroll.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode we spoke about the latest in the NBA finals and spoke about games 3-5 with OKC only one win away, we then spoke about the trade between Memphis and Orlando, NBL news and we then did another true/false including the new Wildcats logo! Please make sure you LIKE and SUBSCRIBE! Video Chapters 0:00 Kick Off 0:47 Throwback Jerseys for the week- Kevin Garnett and Ben Henshall 9:38 Card of the week- Topps Triple Threads 2007: Wilkins/Smith/Childress 11:42 NBA- Finals recaps and thoughts on games 3-5 26:01- Quick Hits- Bane traded to Orlando, Cheatham signs with 36ers and NBL announces Hoops Fest and Ignite Cup 35:27 True/False- NBA and NBL 42:08 Outro Please sit back and enjoy and spread the word about Throwback Hoops. Much love Rob and Woody V

Pro's back after missing a flight thanks to Landale, and there's plenty to catch up on. Bogut and Pro break down a blockbuster Orlando trade for Desmond Bane, Steven Adams' new deal, and the ongoing chaos of ex-NBA players in fight club mode. Game 3–5 of the NBA Finals get the full treatment, with OKC now in the driver's seat after SGA's all-time clutch showing and J-Dub's 40-piece. Plus: Stephen A playing solitaire, Boogie stories, LeBron's cryptic post, Fact or Fake News, and big NBL updates including Channel 7 rumours and the Wildcats' rebrand. 00:00:15 Intro 00:03:44 Latest NBA News 00:21:35 Playoffs Chat 00:33:17 Useful or Useless 00:42:59 Fact or Fake News 00:55:57 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

This week in the Niche Cache we start by celebrating the World Test Championship and debriefing Auckland City's first game at the Club World Cup. We compare Major League Cricket to Banana Ball and break down Steven Adams extending his time with Houston Rockets. Then we roll through the best performances from the NBL before going deep into NZ Warriors and Kiwi-NRL junior matters. There were wins vs Eels in NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg Cup, a massive Kiwi-NRL junior crew for Knights U21s, Marley Igasan in NRLQ and an introduction to a possible NRLW cult-hero in Emily Curtain. Wellington Phoenix women made a few signings and we reflect on a funky phase for All Whites and NZ U20s. As usual we finish with kiwi cricket notes such as NZ-A women, Dean Foxcroft returning to Central Districts and Blackcaps T20 seamers/hitters.(00:00) World Test Championship(15:03) Auckland City at Club World Cup(38:24) Mindfulness(43:10) Steven Adams (57:05) NBL(01:06:29) NZ Warriors/Kiwi-NRL(01:50:34) Wellington Phoenix(01:56:01) All Whites/NZ U20s(02:05:06) NZ-A Women/Dean Foxcroft/Blackcaps T20Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/elnichecacheNewsletter: https://thenichecache.substack.comHook us up with a brew: https://buymeacoffee.com/thenichecachethenichecache@gmail.comwww.theniche-cache.com

New Zealand Breakers President of Basketball Operations Dillon Boucher joins us for an exclusive look at what's next for the franchise heading into NBL26!Could Parker Jackson-Cartwright be on his way back?

Former Breaker Casey Frank joins Riccardo to chat all things basketball, including the NBA Finals, as well as the Sal's NBL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mattrix and Hammer look at where new players have landed and teams needs for #NBL and for the die hards we give some sneak peaks for #NBLSupercoachFind our socials, sponsors, all our shows, join our community and become a subscriber here: https://linktr.ee/InsightFantasySports Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Svaldenis joins the podcast to reflect on a 13-year NBL career that took him from Bankstown to Sydney, Hobart, Adelaide, and Geelong—appearing in 299 games and carving out a legacy as one of the league's most consistent frontcourt battlers across the ‘80s and ‘90s. Svaldenis opens up about debuting as a teenager under Robbie Cadee, his breakout years in Hobart under Cal Bruton, and what it was like to be part of the original Sydney Kings merger. We also dig into some of his biggest games, toughest matchups, and the evolution of the NBL through the lens of a blue-collar big man who saw it all. Topics include:

Ready to throw out the cookie-cutter advice and supercharge your childcare marketing strategy? In this powerhouse episode, Sierra from LineLeader sits down with Jeromie from Helppli — a true marketing heavyweight with deep roots in the childcare industry.Jeromie Hill is a former pro basketball player turned entrepreneur and marketing specialist. After playing NCAA Division I basketball in Texas and professionally for the Sydney Kings in Australia's NBL, he transitioned into business, earning a Bachelor's in Marketing and a Master's in Business.With over 10 years of experience in digital marketing, Jeromie has driven growth for leading childcare brands across Australia.In 2024, he launched Helppli, a full-service digital marketing and development agency. Now operating in both Australia and the USA, Helppli has grown rapidly, with over 15 full-time team members and more than 30 active clients. The agency offers end-to-end services, from web and app development to SEO and digital advertising.Jeromie has done it all: working in-house at leading childcare brands and now advising providers across the globe on how to fill classrooms, grow smarter, and build unshakable local brands. His insights don't come from theory — they come from real-world results.You'll learn:1) How to choose a childcare location that actually sets you up for full occupancy2) Why acting hyper-local is your key marketing advantage3) How to build a brand that families remember and refer4) And why getting "back to basics" is the secret to long-term successThese aren't your everyday marketing tips. These are proven strategies that shift the trajectory of your business.Whether you're just starting or scaling up, you won't want to miss this one.Want more from Jeromie or Helppli? Chat with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeromie-hill/Request a consultation: https://helppli.com/childcare-marketing/

Bogues and Pro hit the road for another massive episode as the NBA Finals are locked in! The Pacers stun the Knicks with speed and smarts, while OKC make light work of Minnesota in a lopsided WCF. The guys preview the Finals matchup, discuss the future of NIL with Cooper Flagg's $28M rumors, and break down the growing issues in AAU basketball. Plus: Zion Williamson accused of rape, major staff changes in Denver, WNBA betting controversies, and much more. In the NBL, Adelaide signs Harrell and Cairns chases Patty Mills. All that and Useful or Useless, Fact or Fake News & more. 00:00:10 Intro 00:00:28 Latest NBA News 00:24:46 Playoffs Chat 01:02:21 Useful or Useless 01:09:15 Fact or Fake News 01:19:38 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

Brad Newley joins the podcast to reflect on a remarkable career that spanned over two decades, three NBL clubs, countless international tournaments, and a stint with the NBA's Houston Rockets. From his breakout rookie season with Townsville to Olympic campaigns with the Boomers and his late-career leadership role at Melbourne United, Newley shares the highs, challenges, and defining moments that shaped his journey. We dig into his development at the AIS, becoming the first player to ever win NBL Rookie of the Year and Sixth Man in the same season, and his MVP performance at the 2005 NBL All-Star Game. Newley also opens up about his four-year run with Gran Canaria, international battles against Team USA, and the evolution of the Sydney Kings under Andrew Gaze and Will Weaver. Topics include:

Bogues is back! He and Pro kick things off with laughs and a behind-the-scenes look at Bogut's first-class FIBA Hall of Fame induction. The guys dive into SGA's MVP win—was it deserved, or did Jokic suffer from voter fatigue? They debate All-NBA and All-Defensive selections, break down the blowout in Game 3 of Minne vs OKC, and marvel at the pace of Indiana's attack against a thin Knicks rotation. Plus, a huge NBL signing—Bryce Cotton to Adelaide! As always, Useful or Useless and Fact or Fake News return with fresh takes and facts you didn't know you needed. 00:00:24 Intro 00:01:28 
FIBA Award Wrap Up 00:09:23 Latest NBA News 00:22:12 Playoffs Chat 00:48:14 Useful or Useless 00:55:55 Fact or Fake News 01:01:55 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

Lamar Patterson joins the podcast to talk through the highs, lows, and wild turns of a pro career that's taken him from Pittsburgh to the NBA, NBL, China, Puerto Rico, and most recently, India. Patterson opens up about his time in India's pro league, his rollercoaster ride with the Brisbane Bullets, and why things unravelled during his stint with the New Zealand Breakers. He also shares how close he came to signing NBL deals in each of the past two seasons, what's kept him motivated off the radar, and why he still hopes to return to the league that made him a fan favourite.       Topics include:

Jack Heverin, Olgun Uluc and Pete Hooley discuss the likelihood of NBA veteran Patty Mills returning to the NBL. Plus two reported signings, one by Brisbane and the other by Adelaide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Rogue Bogues, Bogut and Pro are back with classic banter, diving into the FIBA Hall of Fame and all things NBA Playoffs. They discuss Sam Presti's well-earned Executive of the Year award, Kenny Atkinson's potentially cursed Coach of the Year title, and the escalating KD rumours—is it time for a bench role? The Celtics-Knicks and Thunder-Nuggets series are old-school playoff grinds, while the Warriors' hopes dwindle without Steph. Plus, Indiana dominates Cleveland and the guys debate if Draymond is playing the victim again. As always, Useful or Useless, Fact or Fake News, and a quick NBL wrap. 00:00:17 Intro 00:01:05 
Latest NBA News 00:17:47 Playoffs Chat 00:54:16 Useful or Useless 01:02:28 Fact or Fake News 01:10:30 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

Jesinta Franklin joins us to chat all things fashion and buddy of course. We unpack the insane super sub moment when NBL star Josh Giddey filled in for a social sport team. And we celebrate JetStars 21st Birthday! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the second round of the NBA Playoffs and Bogues & Pro are fired up! The Grizzlies and Spurs make historic coaching moves, Haliburton's dad confronts Giannis courtside, and Giannis trade rumours are heating up. Game 7 disasters, playoff breakdowns, and what's next for Harden and Simmons? Knicks, Timberwolves, and Celtics all impress, while Warriors vs Rockets was a gritty grind. Plus, second-round previews, Dyson Daniels wins MIP, and we ask—Useful or Useless? In the NBL, controversy brews as Larry Kestelman's travel agency deal raises integrity questions. Another huge episode packed with takes, laughs, and deep hoops analysis. 00:00:31 Intro 00:01:12 
Latest NBA News 00:14:16 NBA Awards 00:15:57 Playoffs Chat 01:24:54 Useful or Useless 01:33:07 Fact or Fake News 01:37:09:22 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

Adam Webster and Jacob Doole cover every NBL team's roster after the first month of free agency.If you'd like to support the show through advertising, contact us at partnerships@pickandroll.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An unshakable insistence from Indian Panthers boss Parveen Batish that their indefinite ban from the National Basketball League won't be permanent. The first year team were handed an immediate ban mid-season following serious allegations of payment issues and player unrest. The Panthers can return to the NBL if they meet various conditions set by the league's commission. When asked if has been asked if their catalogue of off court issues have been sorted, Batish told Mike Hosking they're 100% sorted. He says when they come back they're going to be much stronger, as the positivity around what they can do and deliver is enormous. Newstalk ZB understands the other 11 NBL teams were unanimous in revoking the Panthers league license. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Indian Panthers are out of the NBL basketball competition for the foreseeable future. The NBL commission has suspended the overseas first-year entrant amid claims of payment issues and poor treatment of players. The club will be indefinitely suspended until certain conditions laid out by the Commission are met. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explains further. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's playoff time on this ep of Rogue Bogues! Bogues and Pro break down the NBA Play-In results and preview all the first-round matchups. The Kings fire their GM, Peter Patton is let go in Chicago, and Bogues calls out trainers in Crocs. Gayle Benson overrides Griffin in New Orleans, NBA award picks are in, and “Off-Night” Mitchell gets a nod. Plus: wild stat lines, Fact or Fake News, and coaching chaos. In the NBL, big movement with ownership shifts, Ben Ayre to Tassie, and more player signings. And the Trans-Tasman Throwdown is heating up! Tune in now! 00:00:14 Intro 00:01:33 
Latest NBA News 00:23:13 NBA Awards Finalists 00:29:07 Play-in Results 00:31:28 Playoff Predictions 01:01:52 Useful or Useless 01:01:27 Fact or Fake News 01:04:27 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

We're back live next Monday, but in the meantime... Melbourne United’s Matthew Dellavedova had a very close encounter with Joel during the NBL’s Pride Round, and let’s just say… Joel made the most of the moment. From hoops to hilarious sideline chaos, we break down exactly what went down when an NBL champion ended up right in his lap—plus, the unexpected thing Joel whispered to him after. You need to hear this!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adam and Tom chat with Boomer and former NBL big man Matthew Hodgson about his journey away from basketball, the transformation of his mindset and his new opportunity with Southern District Spartans in the NBL1 North.If you'd like to support the show through advertising, contact us at partnerships@pickandroll.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pro and Bogues wrap up the NBA regular season with their Teams of the Year — Bogues picks the Pistons, Pro goes with the Rockets. The Suns and Heat headline the Weak Team picks after disappointing seasons. They break down the surprise firing of Mike Malone and Calvin Booth, the Embiid injury update, and tension in New Orleans. Play-In predictions are in for both East and West. In the NBL, Free Agency continues to heat up with big moves across multiple teams. Plus, the boys tackle “Useful or Useless” and some spicy Fact or Fake News debates. 00:00:15 Intro 00:01:12 Team of the Year 00:08:39 Weak team of the Year 00:30:31 
Latest NBA News 00:45:21:15 Play-in Previews 00:48:19:13 Useful or Useless 00:52:09 Fact or Fake News 01:01:52 Latest NBL News © 2025 AMB Media

Nick Horvath joins the podcast to reflect on a one-of-a-kind basketball journey—from Duke University to NBL champion and beyond. Horvath opens up about writing his debut novel Sledge Vs, the highs and lows of his pro career, and what it was really like playing under legends like Mike Krzyzewski and Brian Goorjian. He shares stories from the heated South Dragons vs. Melbourne Tigers Grand Final, overcoming serious injury setbacks, and making the transition from import to local player in the NBL. Topics include:

The Prime Minister faces many questions about the costing of AUKUS and tariffs by US President Donald Trump; the Coalition has announced it would roll back multi-billion-dollar penalties under Labor's efficiency standards: and, in sport, Melbourne United have bolstered their side with the addition of NBL title winner, Fabijan Krslovic, as part of a two-year deal.

If you want to support my podcast (Ačiū!!):  https://www.patreon.com/bmatkeSponsor:  www.proballers.com"Petteri":Petteri is a well-known basketball player who was drafted in 2007 by Philadelphia but his rights ended up being traded several times during his career and he never made the final jump. On the contrary, Petteri had an illustrious career in Europe where he played for several high level teams throughout his career (Bologna, Khimki, FC Barcelona, Bayern Munich and more) and ended up winning several meaningful domestic titles in Germany & Spain. Petteri was known as one of the most accurate shooters in Europe and was twice a member of the unique "50-40-90 club" in Euroleague.Today, we talked about how he handled being drafted and spending his career in waiting to make it to the NBA, the mindset behind being a draft&stash player, his career challenges, hip issues that lead to retirement, the enjoyment of coaching kids and lessons learned from transferring knowledge to young guys vs coaching pros.This episode marks my third guest from Finland, after Hanno Mottola and Lassi Touvi have been my guests before. It's another unique episode that talks about the path of a former player to becoming a head coach.Please share with all players or former players looking to go into coaching...comment, like & share on all social media and audio platforms.Topics:0:00 Intro  2:00 Health issues7:00 Draft & Stash life11:50 Preparation for games14:30 Ending Career19:30 Finnish Basketball Culture27:50 ProBallers.com33:30 Early Coaching Lessons38:00 Coaching Juniors vs Pros43:20 Head Coach mentorship50:00 NBL vs Europe & Next Star Program59:30 New Zealand & Family Life1:11:50 ATOs#PetteriKoponen #Finland #FinlandBasketball #FCBarcelona #FCBayern #Adidas #NextGeneration #NZBreakers #NewZealandBasketballYou can Find "Petteri" here:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petteri.koponen2 X: https://x.com/KoponenPetteri Finding “The Benas Podcast”:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-b-podcast/id1558492852?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Bw5UJNSQLKo0wUybEIza3 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-benas-podcast…or visit www.bmatke.com to find more info.Comment, Like & Share here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bmatke/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bmatke/Twitter: https://twitter.com/bmatke3www.bmatke.com 

It's three years to the day that Buddy Franklin kicked his 1000th goal, and Max Gawn has explained Simon Goodwin's comments after their loss to the Roos. All that plus some enormous NBL news kicks the show off with Billy's All Sports Report. Port Adelaide superstar interrupts JB's White Lotus story to talk about the Power's start to the season, then we talk to Jono Brown in Brisbane as official plans are made for the 2032 Olympics site. Topics Brownless wants to know what you've seen at the footy unusual, wet weather could again affect the Brisbane v Geelong game this weekend, and we're giving away an awesome Gather Round prize. SA Cricket Captain Nathan McSweeney calls in to preview tomorrow's Sheffield Shield final, JB and Billy discuss the joy of playing in a Sheffield Shield final, and Billy finishes with a fruity quickie joke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports historian Josh Elias stops by for a deep unraveling of the often misunderstood story behind the 1949 merger that created the National Basketball Association (NBA) as we know it today.  Drawing from his historically essential 2024 book The Birth of the Modern NBA: Pro Basketball in the Year of the Merger, 1949-1950, Elias takes us back to the pivotal moment when the Basketball Association of America (BAA) and the National Basketball League (NBL) merged, uniting disparate big-city teams with small-town clubs - and setting the stage for professional basketball's future in the US. We dive into the tensions between East Coast metropolises and Midwestern industrial towns; the unexpected power struggles between the last BAA champion (and superstar George Mikan-led) Minneapolis Lakers and the final NBL winning Anderson (Indiana) Packers; and the NBA's early challenges with segregation, cultural divides, and an uncertain post-WWII American economy. Elias also shares some of the wildest and most fascinating anecdotes from his research, including mob-connected team owners, bizarre halftime performances, airport mishaps, and brushes with history-making figures like Jackie Robinson, Chuck Connors, and even a young pre-politics Gerald R. Ford. Step back in time to revisit the NBA's chaotic, colorful, and often overlooked first season - one that shaped the league for generations to come.  + + +   SUPPORT THE SHOW: Buy Us a Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/goodseatsstillavailable "Good Seats" Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/?ref_id=35106 SPONSOR THANKS (AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!): Royal Retros (10% off promo code: SEATS): https://www.503-sports.com?aff=2 Old School Shirts.com (10% off promo code: GOODSEATS): https://oldschoolshirts.com/goodseats 417 Helmets (10% off promo code: GOODSEATS): https://417helmets.com/?wpam_id=3 BUY THE BOOK (AND SUPPORT THE SHOW!): "The Birth of the Modern NBA: Pro Basketball in the Year of the Merger, 1949-1950" : https://amzn.to/41PRnx6 FIND AND FOLLOW: Website: https://goodseatsstillavailable.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/goodseatsstillavailable.com X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/GoodSeatsStill YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@goodseatsstillavailable Threads: https://www.threads.net/@goodseatsstillavailable Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodseatsstillavailable/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GoodSeatsStillAvailable/

In this weeks episode, Pro struggles with the Zoom, but his Team of the Week is the Pacers, while Bogues picks the surging Rockets. The Knicks and Cavs are struggling. Kyrie's livestream rant, Celtics sell for $6.1B, and Joe Ingles gets a special start. NBA All-Star 1v1? Beasley vs. Stephenson for $100K. Giddey & Dyson win Aussie of the Week. Plus, NBL Finals wrap-up—Illawarra are champions, Delly hands MVP to Davo, and NZ Breakers sold. Is a hostile NBL takeover brewing? Fact or Fake News: Is Dyson Daniels the NBA's most improved player? 00:00:42 Intro 00:02:00 Team of the Week 00:08:51 Week team of the Week 00:14:00 
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On this episode of Bats and Balls Podcast, The Producer & Nathan go through what has happened in the last week of sport. NRL Round 2 saw a crowning of a NEW Bats and Ball Champion with the belt going to the Roosters after they had upset win against the Panthers. The Tigers and Eels game was poor for 30mins until the Tigers finally clicked and put the Eels away. Supercoach first round started for both the Cup and the Mug competitions. Both The Producers, Lone Rangers and Moore Billys had rough starts to the year. Bats and Balls Plate (Anyone can join) – 459118 Then Nathan and The Producer went through Other Sport and like it always does with Big Mendy it covered a lot of sport from the past few weeks. Do not forget to join our NRL and AFL Tipping competitions. Links to the Tipping Competition can be found on https://www.footytips.com.au/comps/bats_and_balls_nrl_tipping   We are now on Patreon. Follow the link below to join. https://www.patreon.com/batsandballspod   00:00:00 – NRL / Supercoach                                               01:01:00 – Other Sport (Motorsport, EPL, Surfing, NBL, Boxing)                                                                                                                                                  Twitter - @batsandballspod Email - batsandballspodcast@gmail.com facebook.com/batsandballspodcast http://batsandballspodcast.com/